PhD in English - Literature in Durham United States | University of New Hampshire

Our graduate program provides a chance to investigate the structural, historical, cultural, and theoretical aspects of various written works. As a participant in this program, you'll gain enhanced insight into both traditional and groundbreaking methods of studying English literature, encompassing nationally-focused traditions like British and American works, as well as other frameworks such as Postcolonial or African American literary traditions. Designed to mirror the evolving field of literary scholarship—its past, its techniques, and its generation of fresh insights—the curriculum examines literature within cultural and historical settings, explores identity portrayals, employs comparative literary approaches, and incorporates theoretical viewpoints, gender studies, and cultural studies. You'll have access to both comprehensive and focused courses on diverse literary subjects, with opportunities to complement your literary education through graduate-level classes in related disciplines like composition, creative writing, language studies, history, and sociology.