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PhD of English

University of Pittsburgh

  • Pittsburgh, United States
  • English
  • On campus
  • PhD

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About the program

A one-year research master's in English completed through an independent supervised thesis.

Program highlights

  • Internship available: no
  • Placement support: yes
  • Work during study: yes
  • Post-study work rights (1): yes
  • PR pathway friendly: no

What you will learn

  • Critically evaluate concepts and methods in English in Research Master to solve relevant problems. Develop competence in english in research master concepts
  • Research methods and professional practice. Present findings clearly and consider professional or research ethics.

Career outcomes

  • Research Assistant
  • Project Assistant
  • Program Coordinator

Curriculum

  • Independent research project in English guided by a supervisor
  • Supported by research training and regular supervisory meetings
  • And completed with a thesis for examination. Students join the school's research community and its research training and events.

Entry requirements

Academic

  • Bachelor or master degree as set by each programme
  • programme-specific GPA
  • references and English scores.

Accepted academic background

Bachelor or master degree as set by each programme

Language tests

  • IELTS Varies by programme

Documents you’ll need

  • University Transcripts

How to apply

  1. Choose the programme and check its deadline and requirements on the department or school website. Each school runs its own admissions. Apply online through the school's application and pay its fee. Upload transcripts
  2. the documents the programme lists and an English test score. Accept the offer
  3. which may include assistantship or fellowship funding awarded by the programme. Show proof of funds to receive the I-20
  4. then apply for the F-1 visa.

Other costs

Tuition per year$38,346 - $59,822 USD
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Deposit_

Program details

CampusPittsburgh Campus
Faculty or schoolDietrich School of Arts and Sciences
DepartmentEnglish
Teaching languageEnglish
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Study pace_
Post-study stay1
Scholarship noteGraduate fellowships, scholarships, and teaching or research assistantships may be offered by individual schools and departments. International eligibility, nominations, amounts, and available places depend on the specific programme; awards are not guaranteed.

Frequently asked questions

  • Tuition is $38,346 - $59,822 USD per year. The estimated living cost is $14,377 USD.