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English Literature PhD

Lancaster University

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  • Qualification

    PhD/DPhil - Doctor of Philosophy

  • Location

    Main Campus

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    28-SEP-26

  • Duration

    3 Years

Course summary

Benefit from our rich programme of free literary events on campus and in Lancaster’s historic Castle QuarterMake the most of our connections – we are partners with The Wordsworth Trust in GrasmereGet support from staff who have expansive experience of literature from medieval to the contemporaryJoin a diverse community of PhD students investigating Jane Austen, Shakespeare, post-colonialism writing, and moreWork 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. 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.

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University information

Lancaster University

Lancaster University

Lancaster University

  • University League Table

    10th

  • Campus address

    Main Campus, Lancaster, Bailrigg, Lancaster, Lancashire, LA1 4YW, United Kingdom

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Lancaster's community consists of students from over 100 countries, giving students the chance to make lifelong connections that cross borders and cultures.
The university offers wellbeing, financial, careers and visa application support for international students.
Multiple international societies help bring people together to celebrate and share culture.

Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    English

    20th out of 93 10

  • Entry standards

    / Max 212
    150 71%

    23rd

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    76.0 76%

    31st

    22

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.26 81%

    36th

    14

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