Overview

About the programme

At the University of St Andrews, English is taught by notable scholars and leading creative writers who challenge you to consider the ideas, human values and history behind a broad variety of texts.

The School of English has a dynamic research culture involving staff, postgraduates and postdoctoral fellows. Research activities include organising international conferences and literary festivals; undertaking collaborative research and archival projects; as well as scholarly editing and the writing of monographs and works of literature.

Programme Structure

Research in English typically falls into one of four main groups:

medieval and Renaissance
18th century, romantic and Victorian
modern and contemporary
creative writing

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 36 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-05-27 00:00:00

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Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

110

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Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

St Andrews, United Kingdom

Disciplines

Language Studies Literature View 147 other PhDs in Language Studies in United Kingdom

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Academic requirements

GPA

Upper Second Class

English requirements

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110

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Other requirements

General requirements

Admission to research study is normally on the basis of a good Masters degree which must be related to your area of research.

CV or résumé. This should include your personal details with a history of your education and employment to date.
A research proposal
A sample of academic written work in English
Two original signed academic references
Academic transcripts and degree certificates. Please only send certified copies with official English translations if applicable. Do not send original documents as they cannot be returned.
English language requirements certificate

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

21570 GBP / year

≈ 21570 GBP / year
Domestic Applies to you

Applies to you

Citizens or residents

5006 GBP / year

≈ 5006 GBP / year

Living costs

Saint Andrews

United Kingdom

660 - 1140 GBP / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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Scholarships Information

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