Key information Duration Full-time 36 months Start dates & application deadlines We did our best, but couldn't find the next
application deadline and start date information online. More details Pre-registration deadlines: July 15, November 15 Language English Delivered On Campus Campus Location Barcelona, Spain Disciplines Area & Cultural Studies Overview This Romance Languages and Cultures programme offered by Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona supports investigation of languages such as French, Italian, Portuguese, or Galician. Candidates may also engage in comparative work across additional languages, exploring connections between linguistic systems and diverse cultural contexts. Key Facts The academic environment offers multilingual interaction, international perspectives, and access to extensive collections of documents and specialised expertise. Participants examine topics such as language teaching, speech analysis, lexicography, literary interpretation, and the influence of historical and social phenomena on linguistic development, while preparing for professional roles in mediation, translation, consultancy, and education. Each candidate is assigned a thesis director who ensures the validity and innovation of the research project, oversees planning, and supports its alignment with academic activities. Responsibilities include advising on methodology, organising supervision meetings, reviewing progress, assisting with research design, ensuring compliance with requirements, and supporting thesis completion, with possibilities for external or joint guidance when academically justified. Programme Structure Courses include: Romance Linguistics and Phonetics Comparative Language Analysis Literary and Cultural Studies Lexicography and Translation Language Teaching and Learning Thesis Research and Supervision 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 Bachelor’s and master’s degree in Romance languages, literature and culture, or related fields, or in areas such as natural language processing combined with Romance language studies Equivalent qualifications with similar content may be considered Non-native speakers must demonstrate at least B2 level in a Romance language Statement of purpose evaluated for quality and alignment (40%) CV and academic record assessed for relevance and consistency (40%) Language proficiency evaluated via certificate or interview (20%) Tuition Fees Tuition fees are shown in AUD and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality. International — Non-residents: 1,235 AUD / year (≈ 763 EUR / year) EU/EEA — EU/EEA Nationals: 1,235 AUD / year (≈ 763 EUR / year) Additional Details If your access qualification for the PhD is from within Spain the price is €545. Living costs Barcelona, Spain: 1,246-2,201 AUD / month The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
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