Overview

Comparative Literature from Birkbeck, University of London is ideal if you wish to engage critically with the study of comparative literature - or other cultural forms, especially in the area of visual studies - across two or more linguistic, regional or national contexts. The focus of research in the Department of Languages, Cultures and Applied Linguistics is on French, German, Japanese, Portuguese and Spanish-speaking cultures in a transnational context, and we welcome research proposals that focus comparatively on or across these areas. The department has great expertise in a wide variety of themes both historically and geographically (in Europe, Japan and the Americas).

Students at Comparative Literature from Birkbeck, University of London will gain knowledge in:

Canon formation

Literary and film history

Intermediality, intertextuality and translation across genres and media

Portuguese language literature and culture

Spanish language literature and culture

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Transnational cultural theory and criticism in all the above languages

Visual culture

French language literature and culture

German language literature and culture

Japanese language literature and culture

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months
Part-time
- 84 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-10-05 00:00:00

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Starting 2027-01-12 00:00:00
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Starting 2027-04-01 00:00:00

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More details

We recommend that you apply as early as possible and at least six weeks before the start of term.

Language

English

IELTS

7

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Credits

300 alternative credits

MPhil - 180 credits

PhD - 120 credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

London, United Kingdom

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

First Class

English requirements

IELTS

7

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Other requirements

General requirements

Draft a full research proposal

Usually a good first degree in an arts or humanities subject.

Specific indication of research interests or outline of proposed research prior to interview.

If English is not your first language or you have not previously studied in English, the standard requirement is the equivalent of an International English Language Testing System

Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

15570 GBP / year

≈ 15570 GBP / year
Domestic Applies to you

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Citizens or residents

5006 GBP / year

≈ 5006 GBP / year

Additional Details

Part-time home students: £2,539 per year
Part-time international students: £7,525 per year

Living costs

London

United Kingdom

1137 - 2157 GBP / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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Students at Comparative Literature from Birkbeck, University of London will gain knowledge in:

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

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Language

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General requirements

Tuition Fees

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Additional Details

Living costs

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