English
Position Details (PhD Program)
English at the University of Leicester offers supervision for the degree of Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in English. There is also an Applied Linguistics and TESOL option.
PhD studentsat the University of Leicester complete an independent research project under the guidance of a supervisory team.
Key features
We offer PhD supervision in English in areas compatible with the research interests of our academic staff, focusing on:
- Renaissance and Early Modern
- Romantic and Victorian
- 20th Century and Contemporary
Research areas:
- History of the Book
- Literature, Medicine, and Science
- Literature and War
- Literature, Art, and Film
Research Areas & Fields of Study involved in the position
Position Start Date
Jan 2026
University of Leicester