British and American Studies

Campus Campus location: Košice, Slovakia Disciplines: American and Australasian studies; British Studies Overview British and American Studies are an essential part of European philological education in the current era of globalisation. Implementation of this field of study in the British and American Studies programme from Pavol Jozef Safárik University in Kosice form of study pursues the requirement to make a fundamental contribution to strengthening the theoretical and methodological basis of research and research in linguistic and literary disciplines as well as British and American realia and their teaching at a higher education institution. Key Facts The graduate shall have professional and methodological knowledge in the fields of linguistics, literature, and cultural-political and economic realia. This knowledge is the starting point for original and innovative research as well as for the practical application of the graduate. The latter shall demonstrate highly specialised dispositions and knowledge of basic theories of research methodologies and their practical application. They shall be able to apply the knowledge convincingly in argumentation, while being aware of the relations with related areas, especially psychology, sociology, history, political science, and philosophy. During the study, the graduate is led to critical and analytical thinking and evaluation of various concepts and approaches to the respective research issues. During the study, the graduate shall acquire the ability to independently and creatively address the issues researched. Programme Structure Courses include: Modern and Postmodern Literature Cognitive Linguistics Interpretation of Media Texts Specialised Seminar for Dissertation Examination - Syntax Development of the English Language Psychology for University Lecturers Admission requirements Academic requirements We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme. English requirements We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme. Other requirements General requirements The Doctoral study is open for graduates of the Master level who will become experts in the selected scientific discipline and will be awarded the “Philosophiae doctor” (PhD.) degree. Fees and funding Tuition Fees Tuition fees are shown in AUD and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality. International: Non-residents — 7,980 AUD / year (≈ 5,000 EUR / year) EU/EEA: EU/EEA Nationals — 7,980 AUD / year (≈ 5,000 EUR / year) Living costs Košice, Slovakia: 798–1,357 AUD / month. The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.