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PhD Comparative Literatures and Cultures

University of Bristol

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  • Qualification

    PhD/DPhil - Doctor of Philosophy

  • Location

    University of Bristol

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    01-SEP-25

  • Duration

    4 years

Course summary

Overview

Research in Comparative Literatures and Cultures sits within the

  • School of Modern Languages
  • and builds on two areas of strength within the School: transnational studies and intermediality. By exploring new objects of study and innovative methodologies, we have forged interdisciplinary connections in and beyond the arts and social sciences via themes of global concern, from mental health to climate change.

    Transnational studies emphasise cultural difference and diversity yet also interconnectedness and mutual influence. We explore cultural contact, migration and transfer within and beyond Europe in uneven colonial, pre-colonial, and postcolonial contexts, both vertically and transversally, while questioning persistent narratives of 'West' and 'East', or 'North' and 'South'.

    Intermedial studies build on our excellence in word and image studies, film and theatre, auditory culture, and the study of such cultural artefacts as video games, graphic novels, manga, the media, landscape design, and artwork from video installation to graffiti. We also explore the materiality of discursive genres (poetic form, the novel, ego documents and political rhetoric), and how literary and discursive practices interact with social, political and professional contexts.

    Comparative Literatures and Cultures draws on the extensive research specialisms of our staff. Each research student is assigned a supervisor who works in their proposed area of research or related field, and benefits from the input of a second supervisor who will likely come from another department, depending on the nature of the project. Supervisory teams may include staff from other schools and departments within the Faculty of Arts and beyond, for example in Classics, English, Drama, History, or Philosophy.

    Our postgraduates are fully integrated in a professionally and personally supportive departmental and school community. We encourage you to attend and give papers at school and University research events, as well as academic conferences. Funding is available to support field work and participation in external events. We support you in developing a full range of academic skills.

    Tuition fees

    Students living in Hong Kong
    (International fees)

    拢 21,300per year

    Tuition fees shown are for indicative purposes and may vary. Please check with the institution for most up to date details.

    University information

    University of Bristol

    University of Bristol

    • University League Table

      16th

    • Campus address

      University of Bristol, Beacon House, Queen鈥檚 Road, Bristol, Bristol, BS8 1QU, England

    Bristol is one of the UK's leading research universities, with a curriculum informed by the latest research and degrees taught by expert academics.
    Over a quarter of Bristol students are international, with students from more than 150 countries helping to create a friendly and diverse community.
    The Careers Service offers advice, events and resources for international students during their studies and for up to three years after graduation.

    Subject rankings

    • Subject ranking

      6th out of 101 1

    • Entry standards

      / Max 206
      164 80%

      9th

    • Graduate prospects

      / Max 100
      73.0 73%

      10th

      3
    • Student satisfaction

      / Max 4
      2.90 73%

      83rd

      6

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