The Department of English Studies at University of Cyprus offers supervision by research at the doctoral level, leading to a PhD in English Literature and Comparative Cultural Studies. All PhD programmes are watched over by a three-member committee, which is appointed every two years. The Committee is chaired by a Postgraduate Coordinator.
Generally, applicants for admission at PhD in English Literature and Comparative Cultural Studies at University of Cyprus level must hold a Master degree (or equivalent), awarded by a recognised University in a subject related to their proposed field of study; alternatively, they must show evidence of their ability to conduct research. Although candidates need not have completed their degree at the time of application, they must have received it before they are allowed to commence the PhD programme chosen.
Recruitment periods
PhD programmes do not necessarily recruit students every year. Please, check on the relevant announcements of the Graduate School for updated information.
General requirements
A full CV in English.
A certified copy of their BA degree and their BA degree transcript.
A certified copy of their MA degree – or an official document certifying that they will have graduated before the start date of the PhD programme for which they are applying – and a certified copy of their MA degree transcript.
A brief statement of interest (from 500 words, up to 2 pages), which describes the reasons why the applicant wants to join the particular postgraduate programme, his/her interests and plans for the future.
A preliminary research proposal (of approximately 1,500 words) that describes the applicant’s proposed research topic.
Writing samples in English (which, in the case of PhD applications, must include a copy of the applicant’s MA thesis).
For applications to the PhD programmes, three recommendation letters are required.
Certificate of English language proficiency.
