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University of Leicester: English
| Institution | University of Leicester View institution profile |
|---|---|
| Department | School of English |
| Web | le.ac.uk/study/postgraduates |
| artsphd@le.ac.uk | |
| Telephone | 0116 2522623 |
| Study type | Research |
Summary
We offer PhD and MPhil supervision in English in areas compatible with the research interests of our academic staff including:
Themes
- History of the Book
- Literature, Medicine, and Science
- Literature and War
- Literature, Art, and Film
- Literature and Adolescence
- Life Writing
- Gender and Sexuality
Periods
- Renaissance and Early Modern
- Romantic and Victorian
- 20th Century and Contemporary
Doctor of Philosophy - PhD
| Level | RQF Level 8 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | You must hold a UK undergraduate (Bachelor's) degree with at least First-Class or Upper Second-Class honours or an equivalent qualification from a recognised overseas institution. |
| Location | Main Site University Road Leicester LE1 7RH |
| Level | RQF Level 8 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | You must hold a UK undergraduate (Bachelor's) degree with at least First-Class or Upper Second-Class honours or an equivalent qualification from a recognised overseas institution. |
| Location | Main Site University Road Leicester LE1 7RH |
| Level | RQF Level 8 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | You must hold a UK undergraduate (Bachelor's) degree with at least First-Class or Upper Second-Class honours or an equivalent qualification from a recognised overseas institution. |
| Location | Main Site University Road Leicester LE1 7RH |
| Level | RQF Level 8 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | You must hold a UK undergraduate (Bachelor's) degree with at least First-Class or Upper Second-Class honours or an equivalent qualification from a recognised overseas institution. |
| Location | Main Site University Road Leicester LE1 7RH |
| Level | RQF Level 8 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | You must hold a UK undergraduate (Bachelor's) degree with at least First-Class or Upper Second-Class honours or an equivalent qualification from a recognised overseas institution. |
| Location | Main Site University Road Leicester LE1 7RH |
| Level | RQF Level 8 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | You must hold a UK undergraduate (Bachelor's) degree with at least First-Class or Upper Second-Class honours or an equivalent qualification from a recognised overseas institution. |
| Location | Main Site University Road Leicester LE1 7RH |
| Level | RQF Level 8 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | You must hold a UK undergraduate (Bachelor's) degree with at least First-Class or Upper Second-Class honours or an equivalent qualification from a recognised overseas institution. |
| Location | Main Site University Road Leicester LE1 7RH |
| Level | RQF Level 8 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | You must hold a UK undergraduate (Bachelor's) degree with at least First-Class or Upper Second-Class honours or an equivalent qualification from a recognised overseas institution. |
| Location | Main Site University Road Leicester LE1 7RH |
| Level | RQF Level 8 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | You must hold a UK undergraduate (Bachelor's) degree with at least First-Class or Upper Second-Class honours or an equivalent qualification from a recognised overseas institution. |
| Location | Main Site University Road Leicester LE1 7RH |
| Level | RQF Level 8 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | You must hold a UK undergraduate (Bachelor's) degree with at least First-Class or Upper Second-Class honours or an equivalent qualification from a recognised overseas institution. |
| Location | Main Site University Road Leicester LE1 7RH |
| Level | RQF Level 8 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | You must hold a UK undergraduate (Bachelor's) degree with at least First-Class or Upper Second-Class honours or an equivalent qualification from a recognised overseas institution. |
| Location | Main Site University Road Leicester LE1 7RH |
| Level | RQF Level 8 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | You must hold a UK undergraduate (Bachelor's) degree with at least First-Class or Upper Second-Class honours or an equivalent qualification from a recognised overseas institution. |
| Location | Main Site University Road Leicester LE1 7RH |
Master of Philosophy - MPhil
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | You must hold a UK undergraduate (Bachelor's) degree with at least First-Class or Upper Second-Class honours or an equivalent qualification from a recognised overseas institution. |
| Location | Main Site University Road Leicester LE1 7RH |
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | You must hold a UK undergraduate (Bachelor's) degree with at least First-Class or Upper Second-Class honours or an equivalent qualification from a recognised overseas institution. |
| Location | Main Site University Road Leicester LE1 7RH |
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | You must hold a UK undergraduate (Bachelor's) degree with at least First-Class or Upper Second-Class honours or an equivalent qualification from a recognised overseas institution. |
| Location | Main Site University Road Leicester LE1 7RH |
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | You must hold a UK undergraduate (Bachelor's) degree with at least First-Class or Upper Second-Class honours or an equivalent qualification from a recognised overseas institution. |
| Location | Main Site University Road Leicester LE1 7RH |
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | You must hold a UK undergraduate (Bachelor's) degree with at least First-Class or Upper Second-Class honours or an equivalent qualification from a recognised overseas institution. |
| Location | Main Site University Road Leicester LE1 7RH |
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | You must hold a UK undergraduate (Bachelor's) degree with at least First-Class or Upper Second-Class honours or an equivalent qualification from a recognised overseas institution. |
| Location | Main Site University Road Leicester LE1 7RH |
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | You must hold a UK undergraduate (Bachelor's) degree with at least First-Class or Upper Second-Class honours or an equivalent qualification from a recognised overseas institution. |
| Location | Main Site University Road Leicester LE1 7RH |
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | You must hold a UK undergraduate (Bachelor's) degree with at least First-Class or Upper Second-Class honours or an equivalent qualification from a recognised overseas institution. |
| Location | Main Site University Road Leicester LE1 7RH |
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | You must hold a UK undergraduate (Bachelor's) degree with at least First-Class or Upper Second-Class honours or an equivalent qualification from a recognised overseas institution. |
| Location | Main Site University Road Leicester LE1 7RH |
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | You must hold a UK undergraduate (Bachelor's) degree with at least First-Class or Upper Second-Class honours or an equivalent qualification from a recognised overseas institution. |
| Location | Main Site University Road Leicester LE1 7RH |
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | You must hold a UK undergraduate (Bachelor's) degree with at least First-Class or Upper Second-Class honours or an equivalent qualification from a recognised overseas institution. |
| Location | Main Site University Road Leicester LE1 7RH |
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | You must hold a UK undergraduate (Bachelor's) degree with at least First-Class or Upper Second-Class honours or an equivalent qualification from a recognised overseas institution. |
| Location | Main Site University Road Leicester LE1 7RH |
About the University of Leicester
Why Study Here?
The University of Leicester is renowned for world-class research and teaching. Named University of the Year 2025 (Daily Mail) and shortlisted for University of the Year (Times Higher Education 2024 and The Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2025), it offers globally recognised degrees.
The University is celebrated for ground-breaking discoveries including genetic fingerprinting and the discovery of King Richard III. A leader in UK space research for 60+ years, it has developed instruments for six active mission – more than any UK university. Research excellence is …
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