Doctor of Philosophy

English Literature, MPhil/PhD

London, United Kingdom
Duration
3 Years years full-time; 6 Years years part-time
Subject
Languages and Literatures

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Overview

You will work with world-leading experts in your chosen field who will provide ongoing support and guidance over the course of your PhD journey. You will have access to the vast quantities of resources and research materials that London offers, including the British Library. This programme allows you to design and develop your own area of expertise in a specific area that addresses a gap in current knowledge and existing literature. The programme has embedded opportunities for developing academi

Entry requirements

Applicants should have:

Suitable applicants will be required to attend an interview.

Applicants will also be required to:

Provide a detailed research proposal of approx. 1,500 words (for scholarship applications, please see specific instructions in the advert and include the scholarship reference to the personal statement section).

Provide a Curriculum Vitae (CV).

Provide 2x academic or professional references.

Applicants are highly encouraged to identify and contact a potential MPhil/PhD supervisor. They will guide applicants through the application and help shape the research proposal. Where possible, include the name of the potential supervisor(s) contacted in research proposal and personal statement.

Fees

International students: GBP 3,000

Start dates

September; January; May

Campus

  • Greenwich Campus, United Kingdom

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Scholarships at University of Greenwich

1 for this level
  • Mister Gees Foundation BursaryGBP 5,000

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TuitionGBP 3,000
Visa application, from outside the UKGBP 558
Health surcharge, first year how it is chargedGBP 776
First year in totalGBP 22,682

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London, United Kingdom

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