- Level
- Postgraduate
- Duration
- Seven years, Four years
- Mode
- Part-time
- Subject
- English
- Location
- United Kingdom
- Next intake
- OCT 2026
Overview
This University of London MPhil/PhD research degree in English and humanities is based in a leading centre for research in English literature, the humanities and cultural studies.
Entry requirements
| Other conditions | interview · Prior to interview you will need to submit a research proposal of 2000 words. |
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English language requirements
| IELTS | 7.0 overall, no part below 6 |
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If English is not your first language or you have not previously studied in English, the requirement for this programme is the equivalent of an International English Language Testing System (IELTS Academic Test) score of 7.0, with not less than 6.0 in each of the sub-tests. If you don't meet the minimum IELTS requirement, we offer pre-sessional English courses, foundation programmes and language support services to help you improve your English language skills and get your place at Birkbeck. Visit the International section of our website to find out more about our English language entry requirements and relevant requirements by country.
Fees
International students: £16,285 per year
UK students: £5,238 per year
UK/Home: £5,238 per year
International: £16,285 per year
Start dates
October 2026, January 2027, April 2027
Application deadline
main deadline for international applicants requiring a Student visa
Campus
- Central London, United Kingdom
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