Applications to the PhD position (January 2026 intake) at the School of Humanities, Nanyang Technological University (NTU), Singapore, are now open!

One of the following research areas:

Art History
Chinese
English
History
Linguistics & Multilingual Studies
Philosophy
Interdisciplinary humanities

Young and research-intensive, NTU is ranked the world’s best young university in the Times Higher Education (THE) Young University Rankings 2024. NTU is ranked 12th globally (QS World Ranking 2026) and in the QS World University Rankings by Subject 2025, our programmes in Art History, English, and Linguistics & Multilingual Studies rank among the top 50.

With a doctoral degree from NTU’s School of Humanities, gain a solid foundation in research and be fully equipped with the skills needed for a career in research and teaching at world-class universities.

Application deadline: 31 July 2025

Application materials required include:

Academic transcripts
Letters of recommendation
Resume/CV/Personal statement
Research proposal/Writing sample
IELTS/TOEFL (where applicable)

Please refer to our website and application portal for the full set of supporting documents required.

Applicants are encouraged to submit applications as soon as possible and no later than mid-July for timely receipt of referee letters.

Interviews for shortlisted candidates are expected to take place between August and September.

For more details about the application process and information about our areas of research, please visit:

School of Humanities, Graduate (by Research)

School of Humanities, Graduate (by Research), Prospective Students

For any enquiries on admissions, please email us at AC-SOH-GCE@ntu.edu.sg

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