The PhD in English with a focus on English Language and Linguistics is an advanced research degree.
The degree focus has two major phases: during the first phase, the candidate undertakes course work culminating in the doctoral preliminary examination; during the second phase, the candidate writes the dissertation. The focus is designed to give candidates the skills and the command of materials to do original scholarly work of a high order.
For up-to-date information on degree requirements, please see the official program information in the UW-Guide.