Linguistics and English Language, Integrated PhD Newcastle University

Overview

The  Linguistics and English Language, Integrated PhD programme from Newcastle University is for those who haven't completed a programme that leads to PhD study. It will suit those with a background in linguistics, English Language or related disciplines.  You'll strengthen your knowledge base and research skills before embarking on writing a thesis. 

Key facts:

Studying for an IPhD at Newcastle University offers many benefits and advantages, including:

• a track record in student satisfaction
• diverse staff expertise
• activities and events
• career development
• funding opportunities

Year one forms the taught element of the course. You will study compulsory and optional modules and select a specialist pathway. You will then complete a 60 credit independent research project (15,000 words).

Years two, three and four constitute the research based element of the course. You will write a 80,000 word thesis under the guidance and direction of two supervisors.