English Literature PhD/MLitt (Research)/MPhil (Research)/MRes

Program Overview

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In the top 50 of the 2017 QS World University Rankings by Subject, for English Language & Literature. A 5 star + rating.

Program Outline

Study options

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Study options

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PhD

Duration:

3 years full-time; 5 years part-time

Thesis length:

70,000-100,000 words, including references, bibliography and appendices (other than documentary appendices).

A Doctor of Philosophy may be awarded to a student whose thesis is an original work making a significant contribution to knowledge in, or understanding of, a field of study and normally containing material worthy of publication.

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MLitt (Research)

Duration:

2 years full-time; 3 years part-time

Thesis length:

40,000-70,000 words (including references, bibliography and appendices).

Our Degree of Master of Letters (Research) requires you to undertake a postgraduate course of special study and research that represents a distinct contribution to knowledge.

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MPhil (Research)

Duration:

1 year full-time; 2 years part-time

Thesis length:

30,000-40,000 words (including references and bibliography).

A Master of Philosophy (Research) requires you to undertake a postgraduate course of special study and research that represents a distinct contribution to knowledge.

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MRes

Duration:

1 year full-time; 2 years part-time

Thesis length:

20,000-30,000 words (including references, bibliography and appendices).

Our Master of Research includes both taught and research elements. You will be required to undertake 60 to 80 credits worth of taught courses as well as independent study which represents some contribution to knowledge.