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Moderní anglická a americká literatura

  • Faculty: Faculty of Arts
  • Type of study: doctoral
  • Length of study: 4 years
  • Language of instruction: Czech
  • Form of study: full-time
  • Programme code: P0232D090078

About the programme

  • 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.

    • Programme structure

    The study is conducted under the guidance of a supervisor according to an individual study plan, which is drawn up annually in agreement between the student and the supervisor. The main focus of the study is aimed at the preparation of the dissertation and at advanced theoretical preparation. Students are involved in teaching at the Department of English Studies, they participate in conferences and in grant and publication projects. The study has a strong international dimension, and includes a research stay at a foreign institution.

    Graduate profile

    • be familiar with the methodology of literary research and with current international trends in literary theory,
    • to apply these methods and theories and use them in researching specific literary texts,
    • master the principles of scientific publishing,
    • prepare applications for scientific research grants,
    • cooperate with foreign professional institutions..
    • lecturer at Czech and foreign universities,
    • researcher at Czech and foreign research institutions dedicated to the study of literature,
    • highly qualified professional in the field of culture..

    How to apply

    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.

    Discover more

    • opportunity to participate in study and research stays abroad and at international conferences in Europe, USA, or other countries
    • possibility to participate in research and publication projects at the Department of English Studies (including international ones)

    Contact

    Mgr. Pavla Lencová Ph.D.

    Phone number: 389034804

    E-mail: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

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