Department of English Studies
Postgraduate Applicants
Frequently Asked Questions – Could Postgraduate Studies Be For You?
The Department of English Studies has created a vibrant research culture as a central part of its work. The 2008 Research Assessment Exercise found that we enjoy 'internationally excellent esteem', and that our research culture 'supports research activity of an internationally excellent quality.'
All members of academic staff are research active and research students play a crucial role in helping the Department to remain at the cutting edge of its discipline.
The Department offers a wide range of (taught) M.Litt degrees, and research degrees at M.Res and PhD level.
Taught postgraduate courses include:
- The Scottish Institute for Northern Renaissance Studies offers both taught and research postgraduate study.
Research at Masters level can be undertaken on the M. Res in Humanities (offered jointly with the School of Languages, Cultures and Religions). This programme offers students the chance to pursue independent research, often in preparation for doctoral study.
Proposals for Research at Doctoral level (the PhD) should be discussed with the Head of Department in the first instance.
