PhD in French PhD/MLitt (Research)/MPhil (Research)/MRes

For PhD in French PhD/MLitt (Research)/MPhil (Research)/MRes, tuition comes to 27,720 GBP per year.

French Research programmes at Glasgow

French at Glasgow offers a broad spectrum of expertise and supervision from the Middle Ages to the contemporary period. Our research environment covers:

• Poetry, the novel, theatre and performance studies
• Language, cultural, and visual studies
• Text/Image Studies and 19th/20th-century literature
• Philosophical and theoretical approaches

We are part of a thriving School of Modern Languages and Cultures, providing a lively research community with interdisciplinary collaborations across the College of Arts & Humanities and the College of Social Sciences.

Founded in 1451 and located in Glasgow, the University of Glasgow is one of the United Kingdom's oldest research-intensive universities, welcoming over 34,800 students to a historic yet forward-looking campus. With nearly 300 distinct programs spanning the arts, sciences, engineering and social sciences, the university combines deep academic traditions with contemporary teaching methods. Its city setting offers a lively cultural and professional scene for student life.

Students benefit from strong research links, industry collaborations and opportunities for work-integrated learning across disciplines. The university's teaching emphasizes critical thinking and practical application, supported by modern facilities and extensive library and laboratory resources. International students find a broad choice of programs, academic support services, and active societies that foster intellectual growth and community engagement.

Prospective international applicants receive tailored guidance on admissions, scholarships and visas, alongside orientation programs that help with settling into Glasgow. The university's global alumni network and career services support transitions into employment or further study, making it an appealing choice for students who want robust academic training in a dynamic, multicultural UK city.