PhD in English with Creative Writing
Course Overview
This PhD in English with Creative Writing is a practice-based research program designed for writers to produce an original creative work alongside a critical thesis. You will join a dynamic community supported by world-leading experts and gain access to unique resources like our letterpress studio and prestigious writer events. The program culminates in a substantial project that demonstrates a sophisticated relationship between your creative and critical practices.
Key Program Highlights
- Create a substantial, publishable work (e.g., a novel, poetry collection, or memoir) as the core of your thesis.
- Produce an accompanying critical research component of 30-40,000 words that interrogates your creative practice.
- Receive dedicated supervision from award-winning, world-leading faculty with diverse specialisms.
- Access unique resources including a professional letterpress printing studio and the renowned Writers at York event series.
- Join a vibrant, supportive community of fellow writers and researchers within the department.
Course Overview
This PhD in English with Creative Writing is a practice-based research program designed for writers to produce an original creative work alongside a critical thesis. You will join a dynamic community supported by world-leading experts and gain access to unique resources like our letterpress studio and prestigious writer events. The program culminates in a substantial project that demonstrates a sophisticated relationship between your creative and critical practices.
Key Program Highlights
- Create a substantial, publishable work (e.g., a novel, poetry collection, or memoir) as the core of your thesis.
- Produce an accompanying critical research component of 30-40,000 words that interrogates your creative practice.
- Receive dedicated supervision from award-winning, world-leading faculty with diverse specialisms.
- Access unique resources including a professional letterpress printing studio and the renowned Writers at York event series.
- Join a vibrant, supportive community of fellow writers and researchers within the department.
