MPhil/PhD - History, English, Linguistics and Theology
Canterbury Christ Church University, Canterbury, United Kingdom
Key facts
- Level
- PhD / Doctorate
- Subject
- Humanities
- Duration
- 3 years (full-time)
- Study mode
- Full time
- Tuition fee
- £17,000 per year
- Intakes
- September 2027
Course overview
Doctoral research (MPhil/PhD by thesis) in history, english, linguistics and theology: you design and carry out an original research project under a supervisory team and submit a thesis. You apply with a research proposal (up to 1,500 words) and agree your topic with a supervisor. Research areas include: History; Archaeology; English Language and Literature; Theology and Religious Studies; Creative Writing; Applied Linguistics; Digital Heritage and Digital Humanities. Careers: Academic and research careers, senior professional and policy roles, and research-led consultancy.
What you will study
Supervised independent research project leading to a thesis
Research areas: History; Archaeology; English Language and Literature; Theology and Religious Studies; Creative Writing; Applied Linguistics; Digital Heritage and Digital Humanities
Entry requirements
Academic requirements
CCCU does not publish minimum grades for research degrees. Admission is decided on your research proposal (CCCU form), availability of a suitable supervisor and the Postgraduate Admissions review; contact pgadmissions@canterbury.ac.uk. English: 6.5 with no element below 6.0 for History, English Literature, Theology and American Studies research (CCCU non-standard list); other topics in this area: 6.0/5.5.
English language
IELTS 6.5 · PTE 56 · TOEFL iBT 79
Minimum in each skill (IELTS): Reading 6, Writing 6, Listening 6, Speaking 6
Scholarships for this course
International Student Scholarship
£1,500
Sport Scholarship
£500
Course details come from the university and can change. Always check the official course page before you apply.