Department of English
PhD in Literary and Cultural Studies
The PhD in Literary and Cultural Studies emphasizes the importance of discourse in structuring human experience. The program assumes a broadened definition of “texts” that places literature in its historical and cultural contexts and in conversation with critical theory and interdisciplinary methodologies. Students take core courses in British, American, and African American Literature and Culture, as well as Theory and Methodology. And they have the opportunity to develop their own unique course of study by taking specialized seminars that explore the complex intersections of literature and culture.
Recent Course Offerings
Learn more about the PhD Comprehensive Exams and the PhD Dissertation Prospectus for the Literary and Cultural Studies concentration. You can also download our PhD Advising Worksheet here.
Comprehensive Exam Reading Lists:
- African American Literature Through the Harlem Renaissance
- African American Literature Since the Harlem Renaissance
- American Literature to 1865
- American Literature Since 1865
- British Literature to 1750
- British Literature Since 1750
Literary and Cultural Studies Coordinator:
Dr. Darryl Domingo
901.678.3458
dphnrhnd@memphis.edu
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