The Doctoral Program in Literary Studies addresses the field of critical and theoretical analysis across cross-cultural and historical approaches, with a focus on enabling scholars to build innovative conceptual frameworks for rereading classical and contemporary texts. The track relies on an advanced research methodology that includes comparative studies, literary theory, and cultural criticism, making use of original sources and modern translations. The program aims to graduate academics capable of contributing to the development of literary knowledge and enriching intellectual dialogues at the local and global levels.
Doctorate in Literary Studies at Mutah University
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Doctorate in Literary Studies at Mutah University
The Doctorate in Literary Studies at Mutah University is a Full Time PhD program offered at the university's main campus in al-Karak, Jordan. The program is delivered on campus in English and can be completed in 4 year(s). Students develop academic knowledge and practical skills that prepare them for future careers in this field. Tuition fees are USD 846 / hour(s), and the next available intake starts on September 16, 2026.
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Requirements and Admission Criteria for Doctorate in Literary Studies at Mutah University
Entry Requirements
The programs offered at the university vary to include 105 academic programs distributed across the various academic stages. The university offers its students 53 programs at the bachelor's level, two programs at the diploma level, 43 programs at the master's level, and 9 programs at the doctoral level.
Admission requirements for master's programs:
A- The student must have a bachelor's degree with a grade of no less than good from a university, scientific institute, or scientific college recognized by Mu'tah University.
B- The student must be regular in his studies at the bachelor's level.
C- Pass the TOEFL exam as shown below.
Admission requirements for doctoral programs
A- The student must have a master's degree or its equivalent with a grade of "very good" at least from a university, scientific college, or scientific institute recognized by Mu'tah University.
B- The student must have a bachelor's degree or its equivalent with a grade of "good"
C- The student must be regular in his studies at the bachelor's and master's levels.
D- Pass the TOEFL exam as shown below.
English Language Requirements for Postgraduate Studies
Postgraduate students are accepted in doctoral and master's programs on condition that they pass the English language exam (TOEFL & IELTS) as an admission requirement and according to the data in the following table
IELTS 4 5- 4.5
TOEFL IBT 52-41 64-53
TOEFL CBT 150-123 180-153
TOEFL PAPER 473-437 510-477
TOEIC 405-600
Note:
Humanities Colleges students TOEFL 400
Scientific Colleges students TOEFL 500
English Language and English Language Curricula students TOEFL span
3- Students are accepted in postgraduate programs as an exception to the previous conditions in the event that they master the French language by obtaining the fifth level in the (Calibrated Test of French) TCF exam equivalent to the approved English language exam (Paper Based 500)
Fee Information
Tuition Fee
846 / hour(s)
Doctorate in Literary Studies at Mutah University
Mutah University
Jordan, al-Karak