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  • Qualification

    PhD/DPhil - Doctor of Philosophy

  • Location

    City St George's, University of London - Clerkenwell campus

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    30-SEP-26

  • Duration

    2 Years

Course summary

Our English PhD/MPhil programme allows you to study in a vibrant academic environment in London where you can emerge as an independent scholar producing original research. The PhD/MPhil in English provides you with academic and professional opportunities to develop as an independent, creative and original scholar. Your research will allow you to work at the forefront of the discipline. You will be based in the international, forward-looking Department of Media, Culture and Creative Industries which has a vibrant research culture. You will work closely with a supervisory team, whose areas of expertise correspond with your chosen research topic. You are equipped to think critically about literary scholarship, deliver advanced new research and gain confidence as a self-directed researcher and professional. You will conduct research in an exciting, cosmopolitan research environment in central London. You will be able to access the University of London’s world-class research collections, attend research seminars and lecture series. You will also benefit from London’s exceptional cultural and research facilities. The Full-time duration is 2 – 4 years Part time: 3 – 7 years and PhD by prior publication: 1 year.

Application deadline

12/12/2025

Tuition fees

Students living in United States
(International fees)

£ 19,600per year

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

University information

City St George's, University of London

  • University League Table

    59th

  • Campus address

    City St George's, University of London - Clerkenwell campus, Northampton Square, London, Greater London, EC1V 0HB, United Kingdom

Enjoy studying in one of the world's top student cities. Campuses in central and south London also offer great access to top-tier companies and organisations.
Almost all degrees offer the chance of a work placement, a clinical placement, or the opportunity to study abroad. Many are also professionally accredited.
A welcoming and diverse community with student counselling, buddy schemes, Students' Union, active student societies, and an award-winning student centre.

Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    43rd out of 89 9

  • Entry standards

    / Max 207
    98 47%

    81st

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    73.0 73%

    25th

    8
  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 5
    3.16 79%

    63rd

    54

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