find your perfect postgrad program
Search our Database of 30,000 Courses
University of Lincoln: English
Institution | University of Lincoln View institution profile |
---|---|
Department | School of English and Journalism |
Web | https://www.lincoln.ac.uk |
enquiries@lincoln.ac.uk | |
Telephone | 01522 886644 |
Study type | Research |
Doctor of Philosophy - PhD
Summary
The School of English and Journalism offers advanced research opportunities within the subjects of English and Creative Writing.
As a research student, you can benefit from a dedicated doctoral training programme designed for English students, which gives you the opportunity to develop the practical and critical skills necessary for investigation and study at doctoral level. Expert and experienced direction will be available from your supervisory team and you can benefit from the School’s research expertise in areas including contemporary literature, 18-19th century literature, early modern literature, women’s writing, Gothic literature, utopianism and American fiction.
Regular research seminars, symposia and conferences provide a lively research environment, in which students are encouraged to participate. An interdisciplinary research culture facilitates collaboration with colleagues across topics and strong links exist with the Schools of Film and Media, History and Heritage, and Fine and Performing Arts.
Level | RQF Level 8 |
---|---|
Entry requirements | Relevant Master’s degree. You will need to submit a research proposal along with your application form. The research proposal will allow us to judge the quality of the application and to decide whether we are able to supervise your project. Students whose first language is not English will require English Language IELTS 7.0 with no less than 6.5 in each element, or equivalent. |
Location | Lincoln (Main Site) Brayford Pool Lincoln LN6 7TS |
Fees
International | 15000 GBP for Year 1 |
---|---|
England | 4668 GBP for Year 1 |
Scotland | 4668 GBP for Year 1 |
Wales | 4668 GBP for Year 1 |
Northern Ireland | 4668 GBP for Year 1 |
Summary
The MPhil/PhD English offers you the opportunity to undertake an intensive study of an aspect of literature in English, and to make an original contribution to scholarly understandings of your chosen subject area.
The MA by Research in English is designed for students who are keen to undertake an in-depth research project of their choice in an aspect of literature in English, with the guidance of an expert academic supervisor.
While the emphasis is on your independent research, you will receive guidance from your team of academic supervisors who have expertise related to your topic. The English staff team at Lincoln can supervise a wide range of subjects, with particular strengths in Romantic and Victorian literature, medieval, early modern, contemporary, Gothic, women's writing, American literature, and ecocriticism. Before you apply, we encourage you to consult the list of our staff's academic interests, to ensure the subject you are interested in can receive expert guidance.
As an MPhil/PhD student, you are encouraged to participate in the School of Humanties and Heritage's lively research culture of research seminars (including the English Research Seminar), as well as postgraduate forums, social events, and training to support the development of your academic skills. Our interdisciplinary culture fosters connections between English and areas including cultural and social history, art history, drama, film and media, and the creative arts.
Level | RQF Level 8 |
---|---|
Entry requirements | Relevant Master's degree. Vitally, you will need to submit a research proposal along with your application form. This must demonstrate a suitable scope and focus, and an understanding of how your project makes an original contribution to the field of study. If you have studied outside of the UK, and are unsure whether your qualification meets the above requirements, please visit our country pages https://www.lincoln.ac.uk/home/studywithus/internationalstudents/entryrequirementsandyourcountry/ for information on equivalent qualifications. Overseas students will be required to demonstrate English language proficiency equivalent to IELTS 7.0 overall, with a minimum of 6.5 in each element. For information regarding other English language qualifications we accept, please visit the English Requirements page https://www.lincoln.ac.uk/studywithus/internationalstudents/englishlanguagerequirementsandsupport/englishlanguagerequirements/. For further advice on IELTS and the support available, please contact the International College by email at internationalcollege@lincoln.ac.uk. |
Location | Lincoln (Main Site) Brayford Pool Lincoln LN6 7TS |
Fees
International | 15900 GBP for Year 1 |
---|---|
England | 4830 GBP for Year 1 |
Scotland | 4830 GBP for Year 1 |
Wales | 4830 GBP for Year 1 |
Northern Ireland | 4830 GBP for Year 1 |
Summary
The School of English and Journalism offers advanced research opportunities within the subjects of English and Creative Writing.
As a research student, you can benefit from a dedicated doctoral training programme designed for English students, which gives you the opportunity to develop the practical and critical skills necessary for investigation and study at doctoral level. Expert and experienced direction will be available from your supervisory team and you can benefit from the School’s research expertise in areas including contemporary literature, 18-19th century literature, early modern literature, women’s writing, Gothic literature, utopianism and American fiction.
Regular research seminars, symposia and conferences provide a lively research environment, in which students are encouraged to participate. An interdisciplinary research culture facilitates collaboration with colleagues across topics and strong links exist with the Schools of Film and Media, History and Heritage, and Fine and Performing Arts.
Level | RQF Level 8 |
---|---|
Entry requirements | Relevant Master’s degree. You will need to submit a research proposal along with your application form. The research proposal will allow us to judge the quality of the application and to decide whether we are able to supervise your project. Students whose first language is not English will require English Language IELTS 7.0 with no less than 6.5 in each element, or equivalent. |
Location | Lincoln (Main Site) Brayford Pool Lincoln LN6 7TS |
Fees
International | 7500 GBP for Year 1 |
---|---|
England | 2344 GBP for Year 1 |
Scotland | 2344 GBP for Year 1 |
Wales | 2344 GBP for Year 1 |
Northern Ireland | 2344 GBP for Year 1 |
Summary
The MPhil/PhD English offers you the opportunity to undertake an intensive study of an aspect of literature in English, and to make an original contribution to scholarly understandings of your chosen subject area.
The MA by Research in English is designed for students who are keen to undertake an in-depth research project of their choice in an aspect of literature in English, with the guidance of an expert academic supervisor.
While the emphasis is on your independent research, you will receive guidance from your team of academic supervisors who have expertise related to your topic. The English staff team at Lincoln can supervise a wide range of subjects, with particular strengths in Romantic and Victorian literature, medieval, early modern, contemporary, Gothic, women's writing, American literature, and ecocriticism. Before you apply, we encourage you to consult the list of our staff's academic interests, to ensure the subject you are interested in can receive expert guidance.
As an MPhil/PhD student, you are encouraged to participate in the School of Humanties and Heritage's lively research culture of research seminars (including the English Research Seminar), as well as postgraduate forums, social events, and training to support the development of your academic skills. Our interdisciplinary culture fosters connections between English and areas including cultural and social history, art history, drama, film and media, and the creative arts.
Level | RQF Level 8 |
---|---|
Entry requirements | Relevant Master's degree. Vitally, you will need to submit a research proposal along with your application form. This must demonstrate a suitable scope and focus, and an understanding of how your project makes an original contribution to the field of study. If you have studied outside of the UK, and are unsure whether your qualification meets the above requirements, please visit our country pages https://www.lincoln.ac.uk/home/studywithus/internationalstudents/entryrequirementsandyourcountry/ for information on equivalent qualifications. Overseas students will be required to demonstrate English language proficiency equivalent to IELTS 7.0 overall, with a minimum of 6.5 in each element. For information regarding other English language qualifications we accept, please visit the English Requirements page https://www.lincoln.ac.uk/studywithus/internationalstudents/englishlanguagerequirementsandsupport/englishlanguagerequirements/. For further advice on IELTS and the support available, please contact the International College by email at internationalcollege@lincoln.ac.uk. |
Location | Lincoln (Main Site) Brayford Pool Lincoln LN6 7TS |
Fees
International | 7950 GBP for Year 1 |
---|---|
England | 2415 GBP for Year 1 |
Scotland | 2415 GBP for Year 1 |
Wales | 2415 GBP for Year 1 |
Northern Ireland | 2415 GBP for Year 1 |
MA (Res)
Summary
The MPhil/PhD English offers you the opportunity to undertake an intensive study of an aspect of literature in English, and to make an original contribution to scholarly understandings of your chosen subject area.
The MA by Research in English is designed for students who are keen to undertake an in-depth research project of their choice in an aspect of literature in English, with the guidance of an expert academic supervisor.
While the emphasis is on your independent research, you will receive guidance from your team of academic supervisors who have expertise related to your topic. The English staff team at Lincoln can supervise a wide range of subjects, with particular strengths in Romantic and Victorian literature, medieval, early modern, contemporary, Gothic, women's writing, American literature, and ecocriticism. Before you apply, we encourage you to consult the list of our staff's academic interests, to ensure the subject you are interested in can receive expert guidance.
As an MPhil/PhD student, you are encouraged to participate in the School of Humanties and Heritage's lively research culture of research seminars (including the English Research Seminar), as well as postgraduate forums, social events, and training to support the development of your academic skills. Our interdisciplinary culture fosters connections between English and areas including cultural and social history, art history, drama, film and media, and the creative arts.
Level | RQF Level 7 |
---|---|
Entry requirements | Relevant Master's degree. Vitally, you will need to submit a research proposal along with your application form. This must demonstrate a suitable scope and focus, and an understanding of how your project makes an original contribution to the field of study. If you have studied outside of the UK, and are unsure whether your qualification meets the above requirements, please visit our country pages https://www.lincoln.ac.uk/home/studywithus/internationalstudents/entryrequirementsandyourcountry/ for information on equivalent qualifications. Overseas students will be required to demonstrate English language proficiency equivalent to IELTS 7.0 overall, with a minimum of 6.5 in each element. For information regarding other English language qualifications we accept, please visit the English Requirements page https://www.lincoln.ac.uk/studywithus/internationalstudents/englishlanguagerequirementsandsupport/englishlanguagerequirements/. For further advice on IELTS and the support available, please contact the International College by email at internationalcollege@lincoln.ac.uk. |
Location | Lincoln (Main Site) Brayford Pool Lincoln LN6 7TS |
Fees
England | 4830 GBP for Year 1 |
---|---|
Northern Ireland | 4830 GBP for Year 1 |
Scotland | 4830 GBP for Year 1 |
Wales | 4830 GBP for Year 1 |
International | 15900 GBP for Year 1 |
Summary
The MPhil/PhD English offers you the opportunity to undertake an intensive study of an aspect of literature in English, and to make an original contribution to scholarly understandings of your chosen subject area.
The MA by Research in English is designed for students who are keen to undertake an in-depth research project of their choice in an aspect of literature in English, with the guidance of an expert academic supervisor.
While the emphasis is on your independent research, you will receive guidance from your team of academic supervisors who have expertise related to your topic. The English staff team at Lincoln can supervise a wide range of subjects, with particular strengths in Romantic and Victorian literature, medieval, early modern, contemporary, Gothic, women's writing, American literature, and ecocriticism. Before you apply, we encourage you to consult the list of our staff's academic interests, to ensure the subject you are interested in can receive expert guidance.
As an MPhil/PhD student, you are encouraged to participate in the School of Humanties and Heritage's lively research culture of research seminars (including the English Research Seminar), as well as postgraduate forums, social events, and training to support the development of your academic skills. Our interdisciplinary culture fosters connections between English and areas including cultural and social history, art history, drama, film and media, and the creative arts.
Level | RQF Level 7 |
---|---|
Entry requirements | Relevant Master's degree. Vitally, you will need to submit a research proposal along with your application form. This must demonstrate a suitable scope and focus, and an understanding of how your project makes an original contribution to the field of study. If you have studied outside of the UK, and are unsure whether your qualification meets the above requirements, please visit our country pages https://www.lincoln.ac.uk/home/studywithus/internationalstudents/entryrequirementsandyourcountry/ for information on equivalent qualifications. Overseas students will be required to demonstrate English language proficiency equivalent to IELTS 7.0 overall, with a minimum of 6.5 in each element. For information regarding other English language qualifications we accept, please visit the English Requirements page https://www.lincoln.ac.uk/studywithus/internationalstudents/englishlanguagerequirementsandsupport/englishlanguagerequirements/. For further advice on IELTS and the support available, please contact the International College by email at internationalcollege@lincoln.ac.uk. |
Location | Lincoln (Main Site) Brayford Pool Lincoln LN6 7TS |
Fees
England | 2415 GBP for Year 1 |
---|---|
Northern Ireland | 2415 GBP for Year 1 |
Scotland | 2415 GBP for Year 1 |
Wales | 2415 GBP for Year 1 |
International | 7950 GBP for Year 1 |
Master of Philosophy - MPhil
Summary
The School of English and Journalism offers advanced research opportunities within the subjects of English and Creative Writing.
As a research student, you can benefit from a dedicated doctoral training programme designed for English students, which gives you the opportunity to develop the practical and critical skills necessary for investigation and study at doctoral level. Expert and experienced direction will be available from your supervisory team and you can benefit from the School’s research expertise in areas including contemporary literature, 18-19th century literature, early modern literature, women’s writing, Gothic literature, utopianism and American fiction.
Regular research seminars, symposia and conferences provide a lively research environment, in which students are encouraged to participate. An interdisciplinary research culture facilitates collaboration with colleagues across topics and strong links exist with the Schools of Film and Media, History and Heritage, and Fine and Performing Arts.
Level | RQF Level 7 |
---|---|
Entry requirements | Relevant Master’s degree. You will need to submit a research proposal along with your application form. The research proposal will allow us to judge the quality of the application and to decide whether we are able to supervise your project. Students whose first language is not English will require English Language IELTS 7.0 with no less than 6.5 in each element, or equivalent. |
Location | Lincoln (Main Site) Brayford Pool Lincoln LN6 7TS |
Fees
International | 15000 GBP for Year 1 |
---|---|
England | 4688 GBP for Year 1 |
Scotland | 4688 GBP for Year 1 |
Wales | 4688 GBP for Year 1 |
Northern Ireland | 4688 GBP for Year 1 |
Summary
The MPhil/PhD English offers you the opportunity to undertake an intensive study of an aspect of literature in English, and to make an original contribution to scholarly understandings of your chosen subject area.
The MA by Research in English is designed for students who are keen to undertake an in-depth research project of their choice in an aspect of literature in English, with the guidance of an expert academic supervisor.
While the emphasis is on your independent research, you will receive guidance from your team of academic supervisors who have expertise related to your topic. The English staff team at Lincoln can supervise a wide range of subjects, with particular strengths in Romantic and Victorian literature, medieval, early modern, contemporary, Gothic, women's writing, American literature, and ecocriticism. Before you apply, we encourage you to consult the list of our staff's academic interests, to ensure the subject you are interested in can receive expert guidance.
As an MPhil/PhD student, you are encouraged to participate in the School of Humanties and Heritage's lively research culture of research seminars (including the English Research Seminar), as well as postgraduate forums, social events, and training to support the development of your academic skills. Our interdisciplinary culture fosters connections between English and areas including cultural and social history, art history, drama, film and media, and the creative arts.
Level | RQF Level 7 |
---|---|
Entry requirements | Relevant Master's degree. Vitally, you will need to submit a research proposal along with your application form. This must demonstrate a suitable scope and focus, and an understanding of how your project makes an original contribution to the field of study. If you have studied outside of the UK, and are unsure whether your qualification meets the above requirements, please visit our country pages https://www.lincoln.ac.uk/home/studywithus/internationalstudents/entryrequirementsandyourcountry/ for information on equivalent qualifications. Overseas students will be required to demonstrate English language proficiency equivalent to IELTS 7.0 overall, with a minimum of 6.5 in each element. For information regarding other English language qualifications we accept, please visit the English Requirements page https://www.lincoln.ac.uk/studywithus/internationalstudents/englishlanguagerequirementsandsupport/englishlanguagerequirements/. For further advice on IELTS and the support available, please contact the International College by email at internationalcollege@lincoln.ac.uk. |
Location | Lincoln (Main Site) Brayford Pool Lincoln LN6 7TS |
Fees
International | 15900 GBP for Year 1 |
---|---|
England | 4830 GBP for Year 1 |
Scotland | 4830 GBP for Year 1 |
Wales | 4830 GBP for Year 1 |
Northern Ireland | 4830 GBP for Year 1 |
Summary
The School of English and Journalism offers advanced research opportunities within the subjects of English and Creative Writing.
As a research student, you can benefit from a dedicated doctoral training programme designed for English students, which gives you the opportunity to develop the practical and critical skills necessary for investigation and study at doctoral level. Expert and experienced direction will be available from your supervisory team and you can benefit from the School’s research expertise in areas including contemporary literature, 18-19th century literature, early modern literature, women’s writing, Gothic literature, utopianism and American fiction.
Regular research seminars, symposia and conferences provide a lively research environment, in which students are encouraged to participate. An interdisciplinary research culture facilitates collaboration with colleagues across topics and strong links exist with the Schools of Film and Media, History and Heritage, and Fine and Performing Arts.
Level | RQF Level 7 |
---|---|
Entry requirements | Relevant Master’s degree. You will need to submit a research proposal along with your application form. The research proposal will allow us to judge the quality of the application and to decide whether we are able to supervise your project. Students whose first language is not English will require English Language IELTS 7.0 with no less than 6.5 in each element, or equivalent. |
Location | Lincoln (Main Site) Brayford Pool Lincoln LN6 7TS |
Fees
International | 7500 GBP for Year 1 |
---|---|
England | 2344 GBP for Year 1 |
Scotland | 2344 GBP for Year 1 |
Wales | 2344 GBP for Year 1 |
Northern Ireland | 2344 GBP for Year 1 |
Summary
The MPhil/PhD English offers you the opportunity to undertake an intensive study of an aspect of literature in English, and to make an original contribution to scholarly understandings of your chosen subject area.
The MA by Research in English is designed for students who are keen to undertake an in-depth research project of their choice in an aspect of literature in English, with the guidance of an expert academic supervisor.
While the emphasis is on your independent research, you will receive guidance from your team of academic supervisors who have expertise related to your topic. The English staff team at Lincoln can supervise a wide range of subjects, with particular strengths in Romantic and Victorian literature, medieval, early modern, contemporary, Gothic, women's writing, American literature, and ecocriticism. Before you apply, we encourage you to consult the list of our staff's academic interests, to ensure the subject you are interested in can receive expert guidance.
As an MPhil/PhD student, you are encouraged to participate in the School of Humanties and Heritage's lively research culture of research seminars (including the English Research Seminar), as well as postgraduate forums, social events, and training to support the development of your academic skills. Our interdisciplinary culture fosters connections between English and areas including cultural and social history, art history, drama, film and media, and the creative arts.
Level | RQF Level 7 |
---|---|
Entry requirements | Relevant Master's degree. Vitally, you will need to submit a research proposal along with your application form. This must demonstrate a suitable scope and focus, and an understanding of how your project makes an original contribution to the field of study. If you have studied outside of the UK, and are unsure whether your qualification meets the above requirements, please visit our country pages https://www.lincoln.ac.uk/home/studywithus/internationalstudents/entryrequirementsandyourcountry/ for information on equivalent qualifications. Overseas students will be required to demonstrate English language proficiency equivalent to IELTS 7.0 overall, with a minimum of 6.5 in each element. For information regarding other English language qualifications we accept, please visit the English Requirements page https://www.lincoln.ac.uk/studywithus/internationalstudents/englishlanguagerequirementsandsupport/englishlanguagerequirements/. For further advice on IELTS and the support available, please contact the International College by email at internationalcollege@lincoln.ac.uk. |
Location | Lincoln (Main Site) Brayford Pool Lincoln LN6 7TS |
Fees
International | 7950 GBP for Year 1 |
---|---|
England | 2415 GBP for Year 1 |
Scotland | 2415 GBP for Year 1 |
Wales | 2415 GBP for Year 1 |
Northern Ireland | 2415 GBP for Year 1 |
The University of Lincoln is rated among the top 20 universities in the UK for student satisfaction in the Guardian University Guide 2022 and we are ranked in the top 30 overall in the WhatUni Student Choice Awards 2022. We are the highest placed multi-faculty modern university in The Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2022, which describes Lincoln as going “from strength to strength”.
We are featured among the world's top young universities in Times Higher Education’s (THE) Young University Rankings 2022, which recognises the world's finest universities under 50 years old.
We hold a top five-star rating …
View ProfileNot what you are looking for?
Browse other courses in Languages, Modern languages, European languages or English, or search our comprehensive database of postgrad programs.Postgraduate Bursary Opportunity with Postgrad.com
Are you studying as a PG student at the moment or have you recently been accepted on a postgraduate program? Apply now for one of our £2000 PGS bursaries.
Click here