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Modern Languages and Translation Studies PhD/MPhil
Our School of Modern Languages is a small, vibrant research community that offers opportunities for advanced study in a wide range of areas through taught and research postgraduate programmes.
Our Research Degrees
The School of Modern Languages offers supervision for the degrees of:
- PhD (Full-Time and Part-Time)
- MPhil (Full-Time and Part-Time)
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Research Areas and Supervision
We welcome applications from those looking to work in areas compatible with the research interests of our staff, which include:
- Film, theatre, and visual culture
- Politics and cultures
- Gender studies
- Contemporary cultural and literary studies
- Post-colonial, migration, and regional studies
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PhD/MPhil Description
Candidates are required to submit a written thesis of 80,000 words (PhD) or 50,000 words (MPhil) which is assessed in an oral examination.
The thesis must be submitted for examination within the following minimum/maximum periods of registration:
| Minimum | Maximum | |
| PhD Full-Time | Two Years | Four Years |
| PhD Part-Time | Three Years | Six Years |
| MPhil Full-Time | One Year | Two Years |
| MPhil Part-Time | Two Years | Four Years |
How to Apply
If you are applying for a funded studentship or other funding opportunity, follow the advice in the relevant advert.
In all other cases, follow our four-point checklist:
- 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
- Draft a research proposal that tells us what you want to research, how you intend to do it, and why it is worth doing
- Prepare your supporting documents
- Submit your online application or apply by post
