English Language and Literature
Faculty of Education

About Department

The PhD program in English Language and Literature at International Balkan University (IBU) is an interdisciplinary academic journey designed for scholars aiming to deepen their expertise in both literary studies and language education. Rooted in a dynamic blend of theory and practice, the program offers a comprehensive curriculum that integrates the study of English and American literature, historical and contemporary linguistic theories, and advanced methodologies in English language teaching.

 

Students engage with a diverse range of courses, including Contemporary Movements in Literature, History of the English Language, Linguistics, and Post-Communicative Approaches in ELT. These courses are carefully structured to foster critical thinking, analytical skills, and pedagogical innovation. The program is particularly suited for educators and researchers who aspire to contribute original insights to the fields of literature, linguistics, or language pedagogy.

 

A key feature of the program is its emphasis on research and scholarly publication. Doctoral candidates are expected to publish in international scientific journals and present their findings through public defenses of their literature reviews and final dissertations. This focus on academic dissemination ensures that graduates are well-prepared for careers in academia, research institutions, and educational leadership.

 

IBU’s supportive academic environment, experienced faculty, and commitment to intellectual growth make it an ideal setting for doctoral studies. The program encourages interdisciplinary exploration and fosters a global perspective, reflecting the university’s broader mission to cultivate knowledge that transcends borders. Whether your goal is to become a university professor, a curriculum developer, or a literary scholar, the PhD in English Language and Literature at IBU offers the tools, mentorship, and academic rigor needed to achieve your aspirations.

 

Available Quota: 60 students
Tuition Fee (Balkan): €2000.00/year
Tuition Fee (International): €2000.00/year

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Academic Staff

Course Plan

First Year
ЕLL 601
Advanced Research Methods and Research Ethics
Semester Fall
Weekly Hours
3 + 2
ECTS Credits
8.0
Course Type
Compulsory
Academic Year
Year 1
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ЕLL 602
History of the English Language
Semester Fall
Weekly Hours
3 + 2
ECTS Credits
8.0
Course Type
Compulsory
Academic Year
Year 1
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ELL 603
Contemporary Movements in English and American Literature
Semester Fall
Weekly Hours
3 + 2
ECTS Credits
8.0
Course Type
Compulsory
Academic Year
Year 1
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ЕLL 604
Contemporary Issues in ELT and the Postcommunicative Approach
Semester Fall
Weekly Hours
2 + 2
ECTS Credits
6.0
Course Type
Elective
Academic Year
Year 1
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ELL 605
English Corpus Linguistics
Semester Spring
Weekly Hours
3 + 2
ECTS Credits
8.0
Course Type
Compulsory
Academic Year
Year 1
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ELL 609
EFL Course Design and Program
Semester Spring
Weekly Hours
2 + 2
ECTS Credits
6.0
Course Type
Elective
Academic Year
Year 1
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ELL 610
Interpretative Methods in Literature
Semester Spring
Weekly Hours
2 + 2
ECTS Credits
6.0
Course Type
Elective
Academic Year
Year 1
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Second Year
SR
Scientific research
Semester Fall
Weekly Hours
0 + 0
ECTS Credits
10.0
Course Type
Compulsory
Academic Year
Year 2
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MB
International mobility of at least one week
Semester Fall
Weekly Hours
5 + 0
ECTS Credits
10.0
Course Type
Compulsory
Academic Year
Year 2
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ISP
First publication of a paper in an international scientific publication
Semester Fall
Weekly Hours
0 + 0
ECTS Credits
10.0
Course Type
Compulsory
Academic Year
Year 2
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SR
Scientific research
Semester Spring
Weekly Hours
0 + 0
ECTS Credits
10.0
Course Type
Compulsory
Academic Year
Year 2
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TPA
Teaching and other public activity
Semester Spring
Weekly Hours
0 + 0
ECTS Credits
10.0
Course Type
Compulsory
Academic Year
Year 2
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DTP
Doctoral Thesis Public presentation-Literature review
Semester Spring
Weekly Hours
0 + 0
ECTS Credits
10.0
Course Type
Compulsory
Academic Year
Year 2
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Third Year
PPR
Public presentation of the doctoral dissertation-Presentation of the results of the research
Semester Fall
Weekly Hours
0 + 0
ECTS Credits
10.0
Course Type
Compulsory
Academic Year
Year 3
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IM2
International mobility of at least a week
Semester Fall
Weekly Hours
5 + 0
ECTS Credits
10.0
Course Type
Compulsory
Academic Year
Year 3
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AC2
Second annual conference
Semester Spring
Weekly Hours
0 + 0
ECTS Credits
4.0
Course Type
Compulsory
Academic Year
Year 3
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DT
Doctoral thesis
Semester Spring
Weekly Hours
0 + 0
ECTS Credits
26.0
Course Type
Compulsory
Academic Year
Year 3
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