PhD in English Language and Literature

The PhD program in English Linguistics aims to prepare qualified researchers with comprehensive theoretical and applied knowledge in the field of linguistics, enabling them to conduct original scientific research that contributes to the advancement of linguistic knowledge and meets the evolving needs of society. The program seeks to provide its students with the latest linguistic trends and approaches, equipping them to become distinguished researchers and academics capable of making meaningful contributions to the field of linguistics at the local, regional, and international levels.

College

College of Arts

Campus

Dammam

Track

Art

Level

Postgraduate

Degree

PhD

Gender

Female, Male

Years of study

3

Credit hours

48

Program Structure

Coursework and Dissertation.

 

1. The applicant must hold a master's degree in linguistics from a university recognized by the Ministry of Education, with a GPA of no less than “Very Good.”
2. If the applicant holds a Master’s degree from a university other than Imam Abdulrahman Bin Faisal University, they must have completed a Master’s thesis, demonstrating their academic research skills.
3. The applicant must have completed at least 4 out of the following 6 courses in formal linguistics: phonetics, phonology, morphology, syntax, semantics, and pragmatics.
4. The applicant must obtain a minimum score of 7 on the Academic IELTS test. A written statement outlining the applicant’s academic goals must also be submitted.
5. Two academic letters of recommendation must be submitted from faculty members familiar with the applicant’s research skills and academic performance.
6. The applicant must pass both the written examination conducted by the department and the oral interview.