Overview
On the PhD programmes, they offer expert supervision in a wide range of areas.
Features
- As a Spanish and Latin American Studies doctoral student in the Department of Languages and Cultures at the University of Reading, you will contribute to the interdisciplinary research culture, and benefit from the mentoring provided by an integrated and supportive research community with an international outlook.
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Programme Structure
Courses include:
- Modern and contemporary Hispanic literature
- Spanish and Latin American popular culture
- Literary and print culture in Spain and Latin America
- Colombian, Chilean and Argentine history and culture
- Nation building and citizenship in Latin America
- Theatre practices in Latin America
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Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
GPA: Upper Second Class
English Requirements
- Duolingo English Test: 135
- TOEFL iBT: 100
- PTE Academic: 76
- IELTS: 7
Other Requirements
General Requirements
- Applicants should normally possess at least a first degree (normally of an upper second-class honours standard or above), or equivalent. Many applicants also have a master’s degree (normally of a good merit standard or above).
- The application form includes a proposal (not exceeding 1000 words) of your intended research project, the rationale for your study, literature review, research question(s), design, methodology, and potential significance of the results.
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Fees and Funding
Tuition Fees
Tuition fees are shown in AUD and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.
- International: 41,428 AUD / year (≈ 21,750 GBP / year)
- Domestic: 9,977 AUD / year (≈ 5,238 GBP / year)
Living Costs
Reading, United Kingdom: 1,720-2,632 AUD / month
Scholarships
Various scholarships are available for eligible students.