Research overview
Could your dedication to the Portuguese language and history of the Lusopone countries influence the way their culture is recognised today? Follow your intercultural research interests to a deeper level in a department ranked 6th nationally in the Research Excellence Framework (REF) 2021.
Our research areas include, but are not limited to:
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• - Literature and culture in Portugal, Brazil and Lusophone Africa from the 19th century to the present day
• - Political and intellectual history of Portugal and Lusophone Africa
• - History of Brazil (particularly slavery)
• - Culture and visual culture of Lusophone Africa and the Portuguese diaspora (cinema, popular culture)
Explore our research in this area
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• - Discover more about the Centre for the Study of Post Conflict Societies
• - Find out more about our research in the Department of Modern Languages and Cultures.
• - Contact us to discuss a possible match between your research ideas and our supervisory expertise
Careers
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Expert staff will work with you to explore PhD career options and apply for vacancies, develop your interview skills and meet employers. You can book a one-to-one appointment, take an online course or attend a workshop.
International students who complete an eligible degree programme in the UK on a student visa can apply to stay and work in the UK after their course under the
Graduate immigration route. Eligible courses at the University of Nottingham include bachelors, masters and research degrees, and PGCE courses.