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The University of Edinburgh: Comparative Literature
| Institution | The University of Edinburgh View institution profile |
|---|---|
| Department | School of Literatures, Languages and Cultures |
| Web | http://www.ed.ac.uk/studying |
| Study type | Research |
Doctor of Philosophy - PhD
Summary
Doctorate-level study is an opportunity to make an original, positive contribution to research in Comparative Literature.
As the first UNESCO World City of Literature, and a major cultural hub, Edinburgh is the ideal place to study literary works of different linguistic and cultural systems, and to explore the relationship between literature and the other arts. In the course of your research, you will look comparatively at one or more literary themes, genres or historical periods.
Our programme draws on the expertise of staff from across the School of Literatures, Languages and Cultures (LLC). Literature has been taught here for over 250 years and we offer one of the widest variety of languages of any UK university, particularly within European Languages and Cultures which comprises:
- French and Francophone Studies
- German
- Italian
- Russian Studies
- Scandinavian Studies (Danish, Norwegian and Swedish)
- Spanish, Portuguese and Latin American Studies (Hispanic Studies)
In the latest Research Excellence Framework (REF 2021), our research in these subjects was submitted in Modern Languages. The results reaffirm Edinburgh’s position as one of the UK’s leading research universities - third in the UK based on the quality and breadth of its research in Modern Languages according to Times Higher Education's REF power ratings.
Join our community and undertake a specialised research project under the guidance of knowledgeable and well-published supervisors. As well as European literature, we have particular strengths in literature from East Asia, South America, Lusophone Africa, and the Middle East, and literature written in English from around the world.
Across the School of Literatures, Languages and Cultures and the wider University, we are able to support PhD theses crossing boundaries between languages and/or disciplines, including:
- Film Studies
- Theatre Studies
Over the course of your PhD, you will be expected to complete an original body of work under the expert guidance of your supervisors leading to a dissertation of usually between 80,000 and 100,000 words.
You will be awarded your doctorate if your thesis is judged to be of an appropriate standard, and your research makes a definite contribution to knowledge.
| Level | SCQF Level 12 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | Entry requirements for individual programmes vary, so please check the details for the specific programme you wish to apply for on our website. You will also need to meet the University’s language requirements. |
| Location | Central area campus George Square Edinburgh EH8 9JZ |
Summary
Doctorate-level study is an opportunity to make an original, positive contribution to research in Comparative Literature.
As the first UNESCO World City of Literature, and a major cultural hub, Edinburgh is the ideal place to study literary works of different linguistic and cultural systems, and to explore the relationship between literature and the other arts. In the course of your research, you will look comparatively at one or more literary themes, genres or historical periods.
Our programme draws on the expertise of staff from across the School of Literatures, Languages and Cultures (LLC). Literature has been taught here for over 250 years and we offer one of the widest variety of languages of any UK university, particularly within European Languages and Cultures which comprises:
- French and Francophone Studies
- German
- Italian
- Russian Studies
- Scandinavian Studies (Danish, Norwegian and Swedish)
- Spanish, Portuguese and Latin American Studies (Hispanic Studies)
In the latest Research Excellence Framework (REF 2021), our research in these subjects was submitted in Modern Languages. The results reaffirm Edinburgh’s position as one of the UK’s leading research universities - third in the UK based on the quality and breadth of its research in Modern Languages according to Times Higher Education's REF power ratings.
Join our community and undertake a specialised research project under the guidance of knowledgeable and well-published supervisors. As well as European literature, we have particular strengths in literature from East Asia, South America, Lusophone Africa, and the Middle East, and literature written in English from around the world.
Across the School of Literatures, Languages and Cultures and the wider University, we are able to support PhD theses crossing boundaries between languages and/or disciplines, including:
- Film Studies
- Theatre Studies
Over the course of your PhD, you will be expected to complete an original body of work under the expert guidance of your supervisors leading to a dissertation of usually between 80,000 and 100,000 words.
You will be awarded your doctorate if your thesis is judged to be of an appropriate standard, and your research makes a definite contribution to knowledge.
| Level | SCQF Level 12 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | Entry requirements for individual programmes vary, so please check the details for the specific programme you wish to apply for on our website. You will also need to meet the University’s language requirements. |
| Location | Central area campus George Square Edinburgh EH8 9JZ |
Summary
Doctorate-level study is an opportunity to expand upon your interests and expertise in a community that really values research; and to make an original, positive contribution to Comparative Literature.
As the first UNESCO World City of Literature, and a major cultural hub, Edinburgh is the ideal place to study literary works of different linguistic and cultural systems, and to explore the relationship between literature and the other arts. In the course of your research, you will look comparatively at one or more literary themes, genres or historical periods.
Our programme draws on the expertise of staff from across the School of Literatures, Languages and Cultures (LLC).
Literature has been taught here for over 250 years and we offer one of the widest variety of languages of any UK university, particularly within European Languages and Cultures which comprises:
* French and Francophone Studies
* German
* Italian
* Russian Studies
* Scandinavian Studies (Danish, Norwegian and Swedish)
* Spanish, Portuguese and Latin American Studies (Hispanic Studies)
Join our community and undertake a specialised research project under the guidance of experienced and well-published supervisors. We have particular strengths in:
* European and world literature
* Intermediality
Working with colleagues elsewhere in LLC, and across the wider University of Edinburgh, we are able to support PhD theses crossing boundaries between languages and/or disciplines, including film and theatre studies.
Over the course of your PhD, you will be expected to complete an original body of work under the expert guidance of your supervisors leading to a dissertation of usually between 80,000 and 100,000 words.
You will be awarded your doctorate if your thesis is judged to be of an appropriate standard, and your research makes a definite contribution to knowledge.
| Level | SCQF Level 12 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | Entry requirements for individual programmes vary, so please check the details for the specific programme you wish to apply for on our website. You will also need to meet the University’s language requirements. |
| Location | Central area campus George Square Edinburgh EH8 9JZ |
Summary
Doctorate-level study is an opportunity to expand upon your interests and expertise in a community that really values research; and to make an original, positive contribution to Comparative Literature.
As the first UNESCO World City of Literature, and a major cultural hub, Edinburgh is the ideal place to study literary works of different linguistic and cultural systems, and to explore the relationship between literature and the other arts. In the course of your research, you will look comparatively at one or more literary themes, genres or historical periods.
Our programme draws on the expertise of staff from across the School of Literatures, Languages and Cultures (LLC).
Literature has been taught here for over 250 years and we offer one of the widest variety of languages of any UK university, particularly within European Languages and Cultures which comprises:
* French and Francophone Studies
* German
* Italian
* Russian Studies
* Scandinavian Studies (Danish, Norwegian and Swedish)
* Spanish, Portuguese and Latin American Studies (Hispanic Studies)
Join our community and undertake a specialised research project under the guidance of experienced and well-published supervisors. We have particular strengths in:
* European and world literature
* Intermediality
Working with colleagues elsewhere in LLC, and across the wider University of Edinburgh, we are able to support PhD theses crossing boundaries between languages and/or disciplines, including film and theatre studies.
Over the course of your PhD, you will be expected to complete an original body of work under the expert guidance of your supervisors leading to a dissertation of usually between 80,000 and 100,000 words.
You will be awarded your doctorate if your thesis is judged to be of an appropriate standard, and your research makes a definite contribution to knowledge.
| Level | SCQF Level 12 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | Entry requirements for individual programmes vary, so please check the details for the specific programme you wish to apply for on our website. You will also need to meet the University’s language requirements. |
| Location | Central area campus George Square Edinburgh EH8 9JZ |
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