Moderní anglická a americká literatura

The PhD programme in Modern English and American Literature prepares young scholars who will be able to carry out independent scholarly and creative work in the field of modern English and American literature.

In addition to an excellent knowledge of Anglo-American literature and culture, it provides insight in the developments in the field of literary theory and philosophy, not only in the Anglophone world, but also in the broader international context, on the one hand, and in the Czech environment, on the other.

In the course of their studies, they will be involved in research projects and will be expected to publish in professional scientific or literary journals, participate in national and international conferences, and also undertake an internship at a foreign university.

Completion of a Master's degree in English and American Literature or a related field.
- Completion of the admissions interview, the aim of which is to verify the applicant's knowledge of the field and the skills necessary for the study, primarily the ability to work independently as a scholar, and to evaluate the applicant's PhD research project (together with the application, the applicant will submit the research project and the bibliography of scholarly sources they have studied in relation to the project).
- The applicants are also expected to present their previous research interests and results (MA thesis, publications, international experience).
- It is necessary for the admission of the applicant that the Department of English is able to provide a supervisor with appropriate qualifications for the submitted doctoral project. For this reason, applicants are advised to consult the doctoral project in advance with the head of the Advisory Board of the programme.

Mgr. Pavla Lencová Ph.D.

Phone number: 389034804

E-mail: plencova@ff.jcu.cz