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English Literature PhD

Lancaster University

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Course options

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  • Qualification

    PhD/DPhil - Doctor of Philosophy

  • Location

    Lancaster University

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    03-OCT-25

  • Duration

    3 years

Course summary

Why Lancaster?

Benefit from our rich programme of free literary events on campus and in Lancaster’s historic Castle Quarter

Make the most of our connections – we are partners with The Wordsworth Trust in Grasmere

Get support from staff who have expansive experience of literature from medieval to the contemporary

Join a diverse community of PhD students investigating Jane Austen, Shakespeare, post-colonialism writing, and more

Work on your PhD close to the Lake District, home of the Romantic poets, and inspiration for many writers since

Be part of a community of literary experts as you carry out your PhD project. With inspiring workshops and regular one-to-one meetings with your supervisor, you’ll have all the support you need for success.

Your PhD journey

There are different reasons why people join us at PhD level. Some students are eager to start their journey into academia or continue their research, while others are returning to education from careers in areas such as teaching or publishing.

Careers

Achieving a PhD can be the first step to a career in academia. It also will strengthen your profile and show your dedication to your area of interest.

You might be planning a career move and thinking about going into publishing or journalism, or maybe you are looking to move into a research role.

Tuition fees

Students living in United States
(International fees)

£ 21,920per year

Tuition fees shown are for indicative purposes and may vary. Please check with the institution for most up to date details.

University information

Lancaster University

Lancaster University

Lancaster University

  • University League Table

    10th

  • Campus address

    Lancaster University, Bailrigg, Lancaster, Lancashire, LA1 4YW, England

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Lancaster's community includes people from over 100 countries, giving students the chance to make lifelong connections that cross borders and cultures.
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Multiple international societies help bring people together to celebrate and share culture.

Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    English

    10th out of 96 7

  • Entry standards

    / Max 202
    154 76%

    22nd

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    82.0 82%

    9th

    7

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.28 82%

    22nd

    18

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