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University of Birmingham: English Language and Applied Linguistics
Institution | University of Birmingham View institution profile |
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Department | Department of English Language and Applied Linguistics |
Web | https://www.birmingham.ac.uk |
artsandlawgraduateschool@contacts.bham.ac.uk | |
Telephone | +44 (0)121 414 3597 |
Study type | Research |
Doctor of Philosophy - PhD
Summary
**Carry out your research with one of the UK’s leading English Language departments, renowned for its expertise in Corpus Research, Cognitive Linguistics and Psycholinguistics, and Discourse Analysis and Stylistics, from anywhere in the world.**
Our distance learning programme allows you to keep in contact with your supervisor via email and Skype, while remaining in your resident country. This is particularly beneficial if you are interested in relating your research to your current work.
There are two distance learning PhD programmes in English Language and Applied Linguistics: a standard programme and a modular programme. Both programmes involve regular contact with a supervisor by email and/or Zoom. There is no assessed taught component, but students follow online research training modules.
**Distance PhD**
The standard programme requires a traditional 80,000-word thesis. The work is examined at the end of the programme, as with other PhD programmes. Students identify and refine a thesis topic and research design in consultation with their supervisor and send drafts of the various chapters for comment as they work through the programme. As with all PhDs, progress is monitored throughout the registration period.
**Distance Modular PhD**
The modular programme requires three modules: two shorter research papers (Module 1 - 12,000 words, Module 2 - 20,000 words) and a final thesis of 50,000 words (Module 3). The work is examined in three phases, at the end of each module. The final product (in terms of total quantity and quality of work) is therefore similar to the standard PhD; however the modular option provides an incremental, continuously assessed route allowing students to progress through explicitly marked stages to a PhD. Students identify a topic they wish to work on and to which all their written work should be related; the nature of the assessment means however that the topic may not be as tightly focused as that in a traditional PhD.
Level | RQF Level 8 |
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Entry requirements | Applicants for a PhD will also need to hold a Masters qualification at Merit level or above (or its international equivalent), usually in a relevant area. |
Summary
**Carry out your research with one of the UK’s leading English Language departments, renowned for our expertise in Corpus Research, Cognitive Linguistics and Psycholinguistics, and Discourse Analysis and Stylistics.**
We also offer an Applied Linguistics PhD via distance mode, in two formats: traditional and modular.
We offer two postgraduate research-only programmes, whether you are looking to complete your academic studies with a PhD or pursue your research at Masters level. Find out more about what to expect from a PhD and MA by Research.
Level | RQF Level 8 |
---|---|
Entry requirements | For MRes and MA by Research programmes, entry to our programmes usually requires a good (normally a 2:1 or above) Honours degree, or an equivalent qualification if you were educated outside the UK, usually in a relevant area. |
Location | Edgbaston Campus Edgbaston Birmingham B15 2TU |
Summary
**Carry out your research with one of the UK’s leading English Language departments, renowned for its expertise in Corpus Research, Cognitive Linguistics and Psycholinguistics, and Discourse Analysis and Stylistics, from anywhere in the world.**
Our distance learning programme allows you to keep in contact with your supervisor via email and Skype, while remaining in your resident country. This is particularly beneficial if you are interested in relating your research to your current work.
There are two distance learning PhD programmes in English Language and Applied Linguistics: a standard programme and a modular programme. Both programmes involve regular contact with a supervisor by email and/or Zoom. There is no assessed taught component, but students follow online research training modules.
**Distance PhD**
The standard programme requires a traditional 80,000-word thesis. The work is examined at the end of the programme, as with other PhD programmes. Students identify and refine a thesis topic and research design in consultation with their supervisor and send drafts of the various chapters for comment as they work through the programme. As with all PhDs, progress is monitored throughout the registration period.
**Distance Modular PhD**
The modular programme requires three modules: two shorter research papers (Module 1 - 12,000 words, Module 2 - 20,000 words) and a final thesis of 50,000 words (Module 3). The work is examined in three phases, at the end of each module. The final product (in terms of total quantity and quality of work) is therefore similar to the standard PhD; however the modular option provides an incremental, continuously assessed route allowing students to progress through explicitly marked stages to a PhD. Students identify a topic they wish to work on and to which all their written work should be related; the nature of the assessment means however that the topic may not be as tightly focused as that in a traditional PhD.
Level | RQF Level 8 |
---|---|
Entry requirements | Applicants for a PhD will also need to hold a Masters qualification at Merit level or above (or its international equivalent), usually in a relevant area. |
Summary
**Carry out your research with one of the UK’s leading English Language departments, renowned for our expertise in Corpus Research, Cognitive Linguistics and Psycholinguistics, and Discourse Analysis and Stylistics.**
We also offer an Applied Linguistics PhD via distance mode, in two formats: traditional and modular.
We offer two postgraduate research-only programmes, whether you are looking to complete your academic studies with a PhD or pursue your research at Masters level. Find out more about what to expect from a PhD and MA by Research.
Level | RQF Level 8 |
---|---|
Entry requirements | For MRes and MA by Research programmes, entry to our programmes usually requires a good (normally a 2:1 or above) Honours degree, or an equivalent qualification if you were educated outside the UK, usually in a relevant area. |
Location | Edgbaston Campus Edgbaston Birmingham B15 2TU |
Summary
**Carry out your research with one of the UK’s leading English Language departments, renowned for its expertise in Corpus Research, Cognitive Linguistics and Psycholinguistics, and Discourse Analysis and Stylistics, from anywhere in the world.**
Our distance learning programme allows you to keep in contact with your supervisor via email and Skype, while remaining in your resident country. This is particularly beneficial if you are interested in relating your research to your current work.
There are two distance learning PhD programmes in English Language and Applied Linguistics: a standard programme and a modular programme. Both programmes involve regular contact with a supervisor by email and/or Zoom. There is no assessed taught component, but students follow online research training modules.
**Distance PhD**
The standard programme requires a traditional 80,000-word thesis. The work is examined at the end of the programme, as with other PhD programmes. Students identify and refine a thesis topic and research design in consultation with their supervisor and send drafts of the various chapters for comment as they work through the programme. As with all PhDs, progress is monitored throughout the registration period.
**Distance Modular PhD**
The modular programme requires three modules: two shorter research papers (Module 1 - 12,000 words, Module 2 - 20,000 words) and a final thesis of 50,000 words (Module 3). The work is examined in three phases, at the end of each module. The final product (in terms of total quantity and quality of work) is therefore similar to the standard PhD; however the modular option provides an incremental, continuously assessed route allowing students to progress through explicitly marked stages to a PhD. Students identify a topic they wish to work on and to which all their written work should be related; the nature of the assessment means however that the topic may not be as tightly focused as that in a traditional PhD.
Level | RQF Level 8 |
---|---|
Entry requirements | Applicants for a PhD will also need to hold a Masters qualification at Merit level or above (or its international equivalent), usually in a relevant area. |
Summary
**Carry out your research with one of the UK’s leading English Language departments, renowned for our expertise in Corpus Research, Cognitive Linguistics and Psycholinguistics, and Discourse Analysis and Stylistics.**
We also offer an Applied Linguistics PhD via distance mode, in two formats: traditional and modular.
We offer two postgraduate research-only programmes, whether you are looking to complete your academic studies with a PhD or pursue your research at Masters level. Find out more about what to expect from a PhD and MA by Research.
Level | RQF Level 8 |
---|---|
Entry requirements | For MRes and MA by Research programmes, entry to our programmes usually requires a good (normally a 2:1 or above) Honours degree, or an equivalent qualification if you were educated outside the UK, usually in a relevant area. |
Location | Edgbaston Campus Edgbaston Birmingham B15 2TU |
Summary
**Carry out your research with one of the UK’s leading English Language departments, renowned for its expertise in Corpus Research, Cognitive Linguistics and Psycholinguistics, and Discourse Analysis and Stylistics, from anywhere in the world.**
Our distance learning programme allows you to keep in contact with your supervisor via email and Skype, while remaining in your resident country. This is particularly beneficial if you are interested in relating your research to your current work.
There are two distance learning PhD programmes in English Language and Applied Linguistics: a standard programme and a modular programme. Both programmes involve regular contact with a supervisor by email and/or Zoom. There is no assessed taught component, but students follow online research training modules.
**Distance PhD**
The standard programme requires a traditional 80,000-word thesis. The work is examined at the end of the programme, as with other PhD programmes. Students identify and refine a thesis topic and research design in consultation with their supervisor and send drafts of the various chapters for comment as they work through the programme. As with all PhDs, progress is monitored throughout the registration period.
**Distance Modular PhD**
The modular programme requires three modules: two shorter research papers (Module 1 - 12,000 words, Module 2 - 20,000 words) and a final thesis of 50,000 words (Module 3). The work is examined in three phases, at the end of each module. The final product (in terms of total quantity and quality of work) is therefore similar to the standard PhD; however the modular option provides an incremental, continuously assessed route allowing students to progress through explicitly marked stages to a PhD. Students identify a topic they wish to work on and to which all their written work should be related; the nature of the assessment means however that the topic may not be as tightly focused as that in a traditional PhD.
Level | RQF Level 8 |
---|---|
Entry requirements | Applicants for a PhD will also need to hold a Masters qualification at Merit level or above (or its international equivalent), usually in a relevant area. |
Summary
**Carry out your research with one of the UK’s leading English Language departments, renowned for our expertise in Corpus Research, Cognitive Linguistics and Psycholinguistics, and Discourse Analysis and Stylistics.**
We also offer an Applied Linguistics PhD via distance mode, in two formats: traditional and modular.
We offer two postgraduate research-only programmes, whether you are looking to complete your academic studies with a PhD or pursue your research at Masters level. Find out more about what to expect from a PhD and MA by Research.
Level | RQF Level 8 |
---|---|
Entry requirements | For MRes and MA by Research programmes, entry to our programmes usually requires a good (normally a 2:1 or above) Honours degree, or an equivalent qualification if you were educated outside the UK, usually in a relevant area. |
Location | Edgbaston Campus Edgbaston Birmingham B15 2TU |
MA (Res)
Summary
**Carry out your research with one of the UK’s leading English Language departments, renowned for our expertise in Corpus Research, Cognitive Linguistics and Psycholinguistics, and Discourse Analysis and Stylistics.**
We also offer an Applied Linguistics PhD via distance mode, in two formats: traditional and modular.
We offer two postgraduate research-only programmes, whether you are looking to complete your academic studies with a PhD or pursue your research at Masters level. Find out more about what to expect from a PhD and MA by Research.
Level | RQF Level 7 |
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Entry requirements | For MRes and MA by Research programmes, entry to our programmes usually requires a good (normally a 2:1 or above) Honours degree, or an equivalent qualification if you were educated outside the UK, usually in a relevant area. |
Location | Edgbaston Campus Edgbaston Birmingham B15 2TU |
Summary
**Carry out your research with one of the UK’s leading English Language departments, renowned for our expertise in Corpus Research, Cognitive Linguistics and Psycholinguistics, and Discourse Analysis and Stylistics.**
We also offer an Applied Linguistics PhD via distance mode, in two formats: traditional and modular.
We offer two postgraduate research-only programmes, whether you are looking to complete your academic studies with a PhD or pursue your research at Masters level. Find out more about what to expect from a PhD and MA by Research.
Level | RQF Level 7 |
---|---|
Entry requirements | For MRes and MA by Research programmes, entry to our programmes usually requires a good (normally a 2:1 or above) Honours degree, or an equivalent qualification if you were educated outside the UK, usually in a relevant area. |
Location | Edgbaston Campus Edgbaston Birmingham B15 2TU |
Summary
**Carry out your research with one of the UK’s leading English Language departments, renowned for our expertise in Corpus Research, Cognitive Linguistics and Psycholinguistics, and Discourse Analysis and Stylistics.**
We also offer an Applied Linguistics PhD via distance mode, in two formats: traditional and modular.
We offer two postgraduate research-only programmes, whether you are looking to complete your academic studies with a PhD or pursue your research at Masters level. Find out more about what to expect from a PhD and MA by Research.
Level | RQF Level 7 |
---|---|
Entry requirements | For MRes and MA by Research programmes, entry to our programmes usually requires a good (normally a 2:1 or above) Honours degree, or an equivalent qualification if you were educated outside the UK, usually in a relevant area. |
Location | Edgbaston Campus Edgbaston Birmingham B15 2TU |
Summary
**Carry out your research with one of the UK’s leading English Language departments, renowned for our expertise in Corpus Research, Cognitive Linguistics and Psycholinguistics, and Discourse Analysis and Stylistics.**
We also offer an Applied Linguistics PhD via distance mode, in two formats: traditional and modular.
We offer two postgraduate research-only programmes, whether you are looking to complete your academic studies with a PhD or pursue your research at Masters level. Find out more about what to expect from a PhD and MA by Research.
Level | RQF Level 7 |
---|---|
Entry requirements | For MRes and MA by Research programmes, entry to our programmes usually requires a good (normally a 2:1 or above) Honours degree, or an equivalent qualification if you were educated outside the UK, usually in a relevant area. |
Location | Edgbaston Campus Edgbaston Birmingham B15 2TU |
Summary
**Carry out your research with one of the UK’s leading English Language departments, renowned for our expertise in Corpus Research, Cognitive Linguistics and Psycholinguistics, and Discourse Analysis and Stylistics.**
We also offer an Applied Linguistics PhD via distance mode, in two formats: traditional and modular.
We offer two postgraduate research-only programmes, whether you are looking to complete your academic studies with a PhD or pursue your research at Masters level. Find out more about what to expect from a PhD and MA by Research.
Level | RQF Level 7 |
---|---|
Entry requirements | For MRes and MA by Research programmes, entry to our programmes usually requires a good (normally a 2:1 or above) Honours degree, or an equivalent qualification if you were educated outside the UK, usually in a relevant area. |
Location | Edgbaston Campus Edgbaston Birmingham B15 2TU |
Summary
**Carry out your research with one of the UK’s leading English Language departments, renowned for our expertise in Corpus Research, Cognitive Linguistics and Psycholinguistics, and Discourse Analysis and Stylistics.**
We also offer an Applied Linguistics PhD via distance mode, in two formats: traditional and modular.
We offer two postgraduate research-only programmes, whether you are looking to complete your academic studies with a PhD or pursue your research at Masters level. Find out more about what to expect from a PhD and MA by Research.
Level | RQF Level 7 |
---|---|
Entry requirements | For MRes and MA by Research programmes, entry to our programmes usually requires a good (normally a 2:1 or above) Honours degree, or an equivalent qualification if you were educated outside the UK, usually in a relevant area. |
Location | Edgbaston Campus Edgbaston Birmingham B15 2TU |
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