Uganda Christian University

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PhD in Literature

Program Highlights

Through a combination of lectures, discussions and individual research,a PhD in Literature is designed to enhance student ability to interpret and analyze cultural, ethical, social and political issues through various types of literature.

How to Apply

  • 1. Go to Official UCU Website
  • 2. Find and select a faculty
  • 3. Create your personal account
  • 4. Schedule your tests for the relevant faculty entry
  • 5. Wait until you get an email
  • 6. Continue payment and
  • 7. Take the test on a predetermined schedule

Intakes

Easter/January Intake – Modular at Main/ Mukono campus

Minumum Requirements

In addition to regular UCU requirements for all students, the following applies: • First or second-class degree in English/ Literature from a recognized university

Program Length

Two years

Courses

The eight courses over three modules are on the topics of research, methodology, oral literature, literary criticism, and American, Ugandan, English, Epic and Bible literature.

Career Prospects

Uganda secondary school teachers in the area of English Language and Literature are in demand internationally, including in Rwanda, Burundi and South Sudan. The degree elevates the graduate’s competitive value for academic and research employment especially in relationship to inter-cultural issues, interpretation and analysis with opportunities in teaching, research, creative writing and performing arts.

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  • UCU – School of Education
  • Plot 67-173, Mukono Hill, Bishop Tucker Road, Mackay Building P.O. Box 4, Mukono, Uganda
  • Email: education@ucu.ac.ug
  • Tel:+0312350324

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