Overview
- The traditional PhD in English from University of Nevada, Las Vegas focuses on literary study, although a concentration of six credits may be earned in composition studies. Each student chooses three areas in which to specialize: (1) a chronological period, (2) a literary genre, and (3) either an additional chronological period, a major author, or a special topic approved by the student's advisory committee.
- Coursework is devoted to developing a high degree of professional expertise in these three areas of specialization. Such knowledge is tested in a qualifying examination and is also the basis upon which the student writes a doctoral dissertation.
Learning Outcomes
- Students will develop a capability for professional research, critical thinking, and publishable writing.
- Students will develop expertise in a chronological period, a literary genre, and an additional period, major author, or special topic.
- Students will demonstrate a reading knowledge of one foreign or computer language.
Programme Structure
Courses include:
- Creative Writing Workshop
- Independent Study
- Bibliography and Methods
- Survey of Literary Criticism and Theory
- College Teaching in Language and Literature
Admission requirements
Academic requirements
- GPA: 3.5
- GRE: Required
English requirements
- TOEFL iBT: 80
- PTE Academic: 65
- IELTS: 6.5
Other requirements
General requirements
- All applicants must possess a B.A. in English or a related field from a regionally accredited university.
- Applicants to the Post-Master's Literature subplan must possess an M.A. in English or a related field from a regionally accredited institution with at least 21 graduate credits and a graduate GPA of 3.50 or better.
- Applicants to the Creative Dissertation subplan may possess either an M.A. in English or a related field as stated above or an M.F.A. in Creative Writing from an accredited institution.
Key information
Duration
- Full-time: 72 months (time limits for degree completion: 6 years if admitted post-masters; 8 years if admitted post-bachelor's degree)
Start dates & application deadlines
- Starting August 2027
- Apply before Jan 2027
Language
English
Credits
48 SCH
Delivered
On Campus
Campus Location
Las Vegas, United States
Disciplines
Language Studies
Tuition Fees
Tuition fees are shown in AUD and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.
- International (Non-residents): 37,607 AUD / year (approx. 26,658 USD / year)
- Out-of-State: 37,198 AUD / year (approx. 26,368 USD / year)
- Domestic (In-State): 10,913 AUD / year (approx. 7,736 USD / year)
Living costs
Las Vegas, United States
1,241-2,017 AUD / month. The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
