Key information
Duration
- Full-time: 36 months
- Part-time: 72 months
Start dates & application deadlines
You can apply for and start this programme anytime.
Research degrees can start anytime, except for advertised studentships or projects. You can apply up to 18 months in advance.
Language
English
Delivered
On Campus
Campus Location
Aberdeen, United Kingdom
Disciplines
Literature
Overview
Based in the School of Language, Literature, Film and Visual Culture, our research programmes in English are distinguished for research on canonical authors and on contextualising approaches to literature. We also have a strong tradition of textual scholarship. We have long standing links with other programmes, particularly History, Philosophy, Cultural History and Modern Languages.
Features
- Our English research areas at University of Aberdeen pages have links to individual staff pages where you can find out more about the range of research being done here.
- We are open to discussing all potential projects with applicants, including the possibility of undertaking these via Distance Learning.
Programme structure
Curriculum:
- Irish and Scottish Studies
- Linguistic Research
- Early Modern Studies
- English Studies
- Literatures
Admission requirements
Academic requirements
We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
English requirements
- Duolingo English Test: 120
- TOEFL iBT: 90
- PTE Academic: 62
- IELTS: 6.5
Other requirements
General requirements
- Applicants to the MPhil or PhD must provide a detailed research proposal and two academic references from their most recent academic institution.
Tuition Fees
Tuition fees are shown in AUD and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.
- International (Non-residents): 40,970 AUD / year ≈ 21,700 GBP / year
- Domestic (Citizens or residents): 9,451 AUD / year ≈ 5,006 GBP / year
Living costs
Aberdeen, United Kingdom
1,376–2,018 AUD / month
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.