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Students
Tuition Fee
GBP 21,500
Start Date
Medium of studying
Duration
36 months
Program Facts
Program Details
Degree
PhD
Major
Comparative Literature | Literature
Area of study
Humanities
Course Language
English
Tuition Fee
Average International Tuition Fee
GBP 21,500
About Program

Program Overview


The University of Nottingham's Comparative Literature PhD program grants supervision for research in comparative literature and cultural studies. This program specializes in French and Francophone, Hispanic and Lusophone, Slavonic, German, and Chinese studies. Students will engage in core coursework, participate in seminars and workshops, and complete an independent dissertation contributing new insights to comparative literature.

Program Outline


Degree Overview:

The Comparative Literature PhD program at the University of Nottingham offers research degree supervision in all areas of comparative literature and comparative cultural studies, from the Middle Ages to the present. The program has particular strengths in the cultural contexts of French and Francophone studies, Hispanic and Lusophone studies, Slavonic studies, German studies, and Chinese studies. The program also welcomes projects involving film, TV, and media studies.


Outline:

The program is designed to provide students with the knowledge and skills necessary to conduct independent research in comparative literature. Students will take a series of core courses in comparative literature theory and methodology, as well as specialized courses in their chosen area of research. Students will also participate in research seminars and workshops, and will present their work at conferences and other academic events.


Assessment:

Students will be assessed on their coursework, research papers, and dissertation. The dissertation is a major piece of original research that must make a significant contribution to the field of comparative literature.


Teaching:

The program is taught by a team of experienced and internationally recognized scholars. The faculty is committed to providing students with a supportive and intellectually stimulating learning environment. The program also offers a variety of opportunities for students to develop their teaching skills, including teaching assistantships and opportunities to present their work at conferences.


Careers:

Graduates of the Comparative Literature PhD program have gone on to successful careers in academia, publishing, journalism, and other fields. The program provides students with the skills and knowledge necessary to succeed in a variety of careers that require critical thinking, analytical skills, and a deep understanding of literature and culture.


Other:

The Comparative Literature PhD program is a three-year full-time program. Students may also choose to study part-time. The program is offered on a cohort basis, with new students starting in September of each year.


Home / UK

£5,100


International

£21,500

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