PhD in English

Ottawa, Ontario, Canada•QS 2027 #801-850

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PhD in English is a doctorate in English Language Studies programme offered by Carleton University in Ottawa, Canada. The programme runs for 4 years. Tuition for international students is CAD 15,936 per year (CAD 6,718 per year for local students).

Also offered as: Bachelor's Degree, Master's Degree

At a glance

Degree: Doctorate

Field: English Language Studies

Duration: 4 years

Local tuition: CAD 6,718 / year

International tuition: CAD 15,936 / year

We have no an application deadline on record for this programme yet — see the official programme page. — it helps other students.

Last checked September 2026 · Source: graduate.carleton.ca ·

Program details

Overview

The Doctor of Philosophy in English at Carleton University examines the shaping power of cultural context on the production, circulation, and reception of literary texts across established fields, historical periods, and genres. The program addresses questions about how literature is understood in different times and places, who has access to literature as readers or writers, and how literature can forge communities and act as a force for change. The program's field of specialization is the Production of Literature. Candidates complete coursework alongside independent research culminating in a doctoral dissertation. The nominal full-time length of the program is four years, with an annual intake in the Fall term. Graduates are prepared for academic careers in literary studies as well as research and writing-related roles beyond the academy.

Requirements

Admission Requirements: Admission requires a master's degree in a related field, with a grade of B+ or better in coursework (including the thesis) and no grade below B-.

Application Details

Start Date: Fall

About Carleton University

“Ours the Task Eternal”

Type: University

Control: Public

Campus setting: Suburban

Founded: 1942

Students: 30,675

QS rank: #801-850

Programs: 243

Location: Ottawa, Ontario, Canada

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Frequently asked questions

What degree does PhD in English award?

Carleton University awards a Doctorate in the field of English Language Studies on completion of this programme.

How long does PhD in English take?

The programme runs for 4 years.

How much does PhD in English cost?

Tuition for international students is CAD 15,936 per year (CAD 6,718 per year for local students).

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