Romatice Literature or Creative Writing

The School of English is pleased to offer two scholarships for October 2012 entry to its Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) programme. The scholarships will pay full-time University UK/EU tuition fees for three years or the part-time equivalent.

Research Areas and Supervision

We welcome applications from those looking to work in areas compatible with the research interests of our staff within the broad themes of romantic literature or creative writing.

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Entry Requirements

Applicants must have a first-class or high upper second-class honours degree (or equivalent qualification) in English and meet the University's standard English language entry requirements. It is expected that applicants should also have a Masters degree with merit or distinction in English or a related discipline or be able to show evidence that they will achieve this before October 2012.

The scholarships are open to suitable new UK/EU and International (i.e., outside the EU) applicants. Please note though that the awards cover tuition fees at the UK/EU rate only. International applicants (and those not eligible to pay UK/EU tuition fees) must demonstrate at the time of their application that they can fund the difference in tuition fee rates.

The scholarships are for full- or part-time study. Owing to UK visa restrictions, international applicants are not normally able to study part-time. Applicants must be able to commence their studies in October 2012.

Informal Enquiries

Informal enquiries are welcomed - please contact:

• Dr Paula Warrington, Postgraduate Administrator 
• pftw1@le.ac.uk
• Tel. +44 (0)116 252 3943

Apply Now

To apply, simply follow our four-point checklist:

1. Have a good idea of what you want to research and identify one or two members of staff whose research interests are compatible with the area you want to work in
2. Draft a research proposal that tells us what you want to research, how you intend to do it, and why it is worth doing
3. Prepare your supporting documents
4. Submit your online application or apply by post

The scholarships will be awarded on the overall strength of the application - including academic attainment, references, and quality of the research proposal. The closing date for applications is 01 August 2012.

IMPORTANT - In the Fees and Financial Support section of the application, you must state that you wish to be considered for a "PhD Fees Scholarship in English"

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