Program Overview

Introduction to the Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Language, Literature and Culture

The Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Language, Literature and Culture is a research-based program that allows students to gain expertise in a specialized area of language, literature, and culture. This program provides students with the opportunity to pursue an advanced research project in English literary studies, philosophy, communications, or applied linguistics, and expand our understanding of the cultural and social forces that shape and steer the world today.

Program Overview

The PhD in Language, Literature and Culture is designed to provide students with a wide range of skills valued in all types of organizations and careers. The program will enhance students' creative practice, analytical and communication skills, provide them with skills to quickly learn new concepts and adapt to change, and enhance their time management, organization, and resilience skills.

Career Opportunities

A PhD gained in an area of Language, Literature and Culture at Flinders provides a wide range of career opportunities. Individuals with PhDs in languages, literature, and culture are highly sought after for various professions in public and private organizations and have found roles in:

• Writing
• The law
• Public service
• Consulting
• Advising
• Teaching
• Publishing Potential employers include:
  • Universities
  • Think tanks
  • Public sector
  • Charities
  • Private corporations

Research Areas

The academic staff at Flinders are recognized as leaders in their fields, both in Australia and globally. The program covers topics related to:

• Gothic and Romantic literature
• Graphic texts
• Continental philosophy
• English as a global language

Research Supervisors

Flinders Language, Literature, and Culture academic staff are recognized as leaders in their fields, both in Australia and globally. Our academic supervisors draw on their extensive knowledge and exciting research covering various topics.

Application Process

To apply for the PhD in Language, Literature and Culture, students must:

1. Review the course rule
2. Check their eligibility
3. Find a research supervisor
4. Find out about scholarships and fees
5. Prepare their application

Program Benefits

The PhD in Language, Literature and Culture provides students with the opportunity to:

• Gain expertise in a specialized area of language, literature, and culture
• Make a difference to the world by understanding how culture and communication enable us to express ourselves, create new things, connect with each other, and make sense of our surroundings
• Explore a fascinating research question that no one has answered before
• Fill a gap in current knowledge or answer a previously unresolved issue in their field
• Discover more about research at the College of Humanities, Arts, and Social Sciences.