114 PhD programmes in Language Studies in England, United Kingdom

Languages, Cultures and Societies
This Languages, Cultures and Societies degree from School of Advanced Study, University of London can be completed part-time in up to six years, there's no need to put your life on hold.

English
A period of intensive, supervised study where you critically investigate and evaluate an approved topic and demonstrate an understanding of suitable research methods. We offer a English degree at the Sheffield Hallam University.

Translation and Interpreting
The research in the Translation and Interpreting programme at the University of Surrey reflects the evolving nature of the discipline, encompassing human, machine-assisted and translation, novel modalities of audiovisual translation, and innovative practices in interpreting.

English Literature
This English Literature course from the University of West London offers a PhD by individual research within the areas of expertise of the School’s teaching staff.

German Studies
The discipline of German Studies programme Queen Mary University of London has a long tradition at Queen Mary, University of London. We cover linguistics, literature, thought and culture in all periods from the early modern era to the present day, and our expertise includes GDR & FRG studies as well as Austrian and Swiss literature and culture.

Language and Communication Studies
Throughout this Language and Communication Studies PhD course from University of East Anglia postgraduate researchers have opportunities to work at the heart of active research teams, challenging boundaries and making real advances.

English Literature
On this English Literature programme at the University of Surrey you will perform innovative and world-leading research across literature, writing and linguistics.

English
English at the University of Leicester offers supervision for the degree of Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in English. There is also an Applied Linguistics and TESOL option.

Modern Languages
Modern Languages at the University of Leicester offers research supervision for the degree of Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Modern Languages.

Applied Linguistics and English Language Teaching
This integrated PhD course in Applied Linguistics and English Language Teaching at University of Southampton is ideal for all those looking to either establish and design English language teaching programmes, teach English as a second language, or continue an academic career in language and linguistics education.

Linguistics, Applied Linguistics
The Linguistics, Applied Linguistics PhD programme from Newcastle University gives you the unique opportunity to learn a wide range of methodologies. You will be exposed to diverse theoretical perspectives, which will enrich your own research.

English
The Department of English at the University of Chester, Institute of Gender Studies and Faculty of Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences offer a vibrant, supportive and inclusive research community for students working on research projects in English Literature and/or Language, Creative Writing and Gender Studies.

Languages and Cultures
The Department of Languages and Cultures at the University of Chester is committed to high level research in a wide range of language-based cultural studies.

Speech and Language Sciences
Within this Speech and Language Sciences PhD programme from Newcastle University as a postgraduate researcher you will carry out a major research project working with supervisors who are experts in your field.

English Language and Communication
A University of Hertfordshire research degree in English Language and Communication is an internationally recognised degree signifying high levels of achievement in research.

Linguistics and Language
The Linguistics and Language research portfolio at the University of Brighton is evolving rapidly with enthusiastic and dedicated supervision for PhD work in linguistics and related language studies across a number of specialisms.

English and Creative Writing
This English and Creative Writing degree from University of Gloucestershire offers a multitude of opportunities, depending on your discipline, interests and experience.

Modern Languages and Linguistics
Our Modern Languages and Linguistics PhD and integrated PhD programmes at University of Southampton give you the skills for a range of successful professions such as teacher, researcher or lecturer.

English
The Department of English supervises research degrees in a broad range of areas, from classical literature to contemporary writing and theory. The English programme of the Queen Mary University of London has particular expertise in enabling students to locate their chosen topic of literary research within an interdisciplinary framework.

Phonetics and Phonology
This Phonetics and Phonology IPhD programme from Newcastle University is for students who wish to develop an advanced theoretical and experimental grounding in phonetics and phonology.