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University of Leicester: Modern Languages
| Institution | University of Leicester View institution profile |
|---|---|
| Department | School of Modern Languages |
| Web | le.ac.uk/study/postgraduates |
| artsphd@le.ac.uk | |
| Telephone | 0116 252 2683 |
| Study type | Research |
Summary
We offer PhD and MPhil supervision in Modern Languages in areas compatible with the research interests of our academic staff including:
- French and Francophone Studies
- Italian Studies
- Spanish and Latin American Studies
- Translation and Interpreting Studies
- 20th/21st Century Literature and Cultural Studies
- Film Studies, Photography and Visual Culture
- Spatial Practices and Diaspora
- Gender and Sexuality Studies
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. We would also normally expect applicants to hold a Master's degree in a relevant subject. |
| 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. We would also normally expect applicants to hold a Master's degree in a relevant subject. |
| 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. We would also normally expect applicants to hold a Master's degree in a relevant subject. |
| 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. We would also normally expect applicants to hold a Master's degree in a relevant subject. |
| 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. We would also normally expect applicants to hold a Master's degree in a relevant subject. |
| 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. We would also normally expect applicants to hold a Master's degree in a relevant subject. |
| 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. We would also normally expect applicants to hold a Master's degree in a relevant subject. |
| 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. We would also normally expect applicants to hold a Master's degree in a relevant subject. |
| 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. We would also normally expect applicants to hold a Master's degree in a relevant subject. |
| 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. We would also normally expect applicants to hold a Master's degree in a relevant subject. |
| 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. We would also normally expect applicants to hold a Master's degree in a relevant subject. |
| 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. We would also normally expect applicants to hold a Master's degree in a relevant subject. |
| 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. We would also normally expect applicants to hold a Master's degree in a relevant subject. |
| 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. We would also normally expect applicants to hold a Master's degree in a relevant subject. |
| 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. We would also normally expect applicants to hold a Master's degree in a relevant subject. |
| 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. We would also normally expect applicants to hold a Master's degree in a relevant subject. |
| 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. We would also normally expect applicants to hold a Master's degree in a relevant subject. |
| 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. We would also normally expect applicants to hold a Master's degree in a relevant subject. |
| 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. We would also normally expect applicants to hold a Master's degree in a relevant subject. |
| 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. We would also normally expect applicants to hold a Master's degree in a relevant subject. |
| 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. We would also normally expect applicants to hold a Master's degree in a relevant subject. |
| 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. We would also normally expect applicants to hold a Master's degree in a relevant subject. |
| 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. We would also normally expect applicants to hold a Master's degree in a relevant subject. |
| 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. We would also normally expect applicants to hold a Master's degree in a relevant subject. |
| Location | Main Site University Road Leicester LE1 7RH |
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