Overview

77% of our research in English Language & Literature was assessed as ‘world leading’ or ‘internationally excellent’ in the latest Research Excellence Framework (REF) 2021.

What you'll learn

In the English PhD you will work with a supervisory team with expertise in your chosen research area who will help you to define and plan your research programme, agree associated training requirements, and provide direction while supporting you to develop as an independent researcher. You will join a dynamic community of postgraduate researchers and have opportunities to share your work at Sheffield Hallam University and beyond.

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Programme Structure

SHU offers research opportunities in:

Creative Writing;
English Language including social structure and stylistics;
eighteenth-century and romantic literature;
the Renaissance;
contemporary and modern literature;
performativity, theatre studies and practices.

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months
Part-time
- 84 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-10-01 00:00:00

Application deadline not specified.
Starting 2027-02-01 00:00:00

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Starting 2027-05-01 00:00:00

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Language

English

Duolingo English Test

130

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TOEFL^® IBT

100

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PTE Academic

67

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IELTS

7

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Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Sheffield, United Kingdom

Disciplines

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

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Academic requirements

GPA

Upper Second Class

English requirements

Duolingo English Test

130

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TOEFL^® IBT

100

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PTE Academic

67

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IELTS

7

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Other requirements

General requirements

A relevant undergraduate degree qualification (2.1 or above)
A relevant masters level qualification (Merit or above) with strong performance (60%+) in research related modules and dissertation. Note that studentship applicants must have all degree results in hand before applying

To apply, candidates must submit a fully complete online application including:

A 1,500-word research proposal
Degree certificates
Module transcripts
Details of two referees who can comment on your academic ability and readiness for PhD study
Sponsorship letter (if applicable)

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Tuition Fees

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

International Applies to you

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Non-residents

18600 GBP / year

≈ 18600 GBP / year
Domestic Applies to you

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Citizens or residents

4786 GBP / year

≈ 4786 GBP / year

Additional Details

Our tuition fee for UK postgraduate research students will be aligned to the UK Research and Innovation (UKRI)

Living costs

Sheffield

United Kingdom

555 - 977 GBP / month

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

Funding

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Scholarships Information

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Overview

What you'll learn

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Programme Structure

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Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

Prepare for Your English Test

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

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What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

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Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic Applies to you

Additional Details

Living costs

Sheffield

Funding

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Scholarships Information

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