PhD English Studies

MPhilPhD students work alongside researchers within the following research centres:Centre of Victorian Studies (CVS)18 Century Narrative ConsortiumExeter Centre for Literatures of Identity, Place and Sustainability (ECLIPSE) Centre for Literature and ArchivesCentre for Intermediate and Creative Technology.You can expect:High-quality research supervision to develop and nurture your potentialA tailored supervision approach to help best suit your requirementsAccessible supervisors who are enthusiastic about working directly with postgraduate research studentsRegular timetabled meetings with your supervisor'Open door' policy to all postgraduate students - instant access to world-leading researchers who will share their expertise and ideas with youRegular meetings with your supervisory team, other members of your research group, and mentors.You will only be able to pursue a research degree with us if we can offer appropriate supervision. Your supervisors will provide the necessary support and guidance and so need to have expertise in your chosen research field. You may join a research team or work with specific members of staff.We strongly recommend that you informally approach your potential supervisor(s) with your research proposal before submitting a formal application to study. This will enable you to find out if they feel they would be able to supervise you and whether they believe your research proposal needs further refinement.

You should possess a honed talent for creative writing evident in your creative sample and writing experience, as well as a clear proposal demonstrating your ambition to create a piece of work to a publishable standard. In reviewing your application we will consider the strength and potential of your writing sample and proposed creative work, as well as the ability of our staff and resources to support you through completion of your work. Applicants will generally have achieved a first or upper second class honours degree (or equivalent), and an MA with merit (or comparable achievement). Evidence of publication, though not a necessity, is highly desirable.