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.
No. | Code | Name | Semester | Weekly Hours | ECTS | Year | Type | Syllabus |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
1 | ЕLL 601 | Advanced Research Methods and Research Ethics | Fall | 3 |
8.0 | 1 | Compulsory | |
2 | ЕLL 602 | History of the English Language | Fall | 3 |
8.0 | 1 | Compulsory | |
3 | ELL 603 | Contemporary Movements in English and American Literature | Fall | 3 |
8.0 | 1 | Compulsory | |
4 | ЕLL 604 | Contemporary Issues in ELT and the Postcommunicative Approach | Fall | 2 |
6.0 | 1 | Elective | |
5 | ELL 605 | English Corpus Linguistics | Spring | 3 |
8.0 | 1 | Compulsory | |
6 | ELL 609 | EFL Course Design and Program | Spring | 2 |
6.0 | 1 | Elective | |
7 | ELL 610 | Interpretative Methods in Literature | Spring | 2 |
6.0 | 1 | Elective | |
8 | SR | Scientific research | Fall | 0 |
10.0 | 2 | Compulsory | |
9 | MB | International mobility of at least one week | Fall | 5 |
10.0 | 2 | Compulsory | |
10 | ISP | First publication of a paper in an international scientific publication | Fall | 0 |
10.0 | 2 | Compulsory | |
11 | SR | Scientific research | Spring | 0 |
10.0 | 2 | Compulsory | |
12 | TPA | Teaching and other public activity | Spring | 0 |
10.0 | 2 | Compulsory | |
13 | DTP | Doctoral Thesis Public presentation-Literature review | Spring | 0 |
10.0 | 2 | Compulsory | |
14 | PPR | Public presentation of the doctoral dissertation-Presentation of the results of the research | Fall | 0 |
10.0 | 3 | Compulsory | |
15 | IM2 | International mobility of at least a week | Fall | 5 |
10.0 | 3 | Compulsory | |
16 | AC2 | Second annual conference | Spring | 0 |
4.0 | 3 | Compulsory | |
17 | DT | Doctoral thesis | Spring | 0 |
26.0 | 3 | Compulsory |
Course Name | Semester | Syllabus |
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First Year | ||
Advanced Research Methods and Research Ethics | Fall | |
History of the English Language | Fall | |
Contemporary Movements in English and American Literature | Fall | |
Contemporary Issues in ELT and the Postcommunicative Approach | Fall | |
English Corpus Linguistics | Spring | |
EFL Course Design and Program | Spring | |
Interpretative Methods in Literature | Spring | |
Second Year | ||
Scientific research | Fall | |
International mobility of at least one week | Fall | |
First publication of a paper in an international scientific publication | Fall | |
Scientific research | Spring | |
Teaching and other public activity | Spring | |
Doctoral Thesis Public presentation-Literature review | Spring | |
Third Year | ||
Public presentation of the doctoral dissertation-Presentation of the results of the research | Fall | |
International mobility of at least a week | Fall | |
Second annual conference | Spring | |
Doctoral thesis | Spring |