American Studies

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  • University/Institute Name University of Leicester
  • Attendance Type On Campus; Online (Full Time)
  • Position Duration4 years
  • Position Funding Type PhD Studentship
  • Unspecified Unspecified

Position Details (PhD Program)

The Centre for American Studies at University of Leicester was established in 1997 and since then has cemented its place as one of the UK’s leading providers of American Studies degrees.

American Studies PhD students at University of Leicester complete an independent research project under the guidance of a supervisory team.

Key features

Staff research expertise are extensive, but are especially strong in the modern and contemporary periods.

Research interests include:

  • The Civil Rights Movement
  • American Culture of the 1950s
  • 20th Century US Foreign Policy
  • Hollywood Melodrama
  • American Culture since 9/11

Research Areas & Fields of Study involved in the position

Position Start Date

Jan 2026