Dr. Caragh Wells

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Caragh Wells is a Senior Lecturer in Hispanic Studies at the University of Bristol, where she engages in research and teaching related to the post-war Spanish novel, contemporary urban fiction in post-war Spain and Catalonia, as well as women's writing and narrative theory. With a profound interest in the European novel and short fiction, she focuses on a range of unique writers, including Eduardo Mendoza, Manuel Vázquez Montalbán, Quim Monzó, and Montserrat Roig. Dr. Wells is currently co-editing a volume of essays on digressive fiction in the European novel and is writing a monograph concerning novels and short stories by Carmen Laforet. Her ongoing research involves exploring the 'gran novel.la sobre Barcelona' and its relation to contemporary Catalan literary criticism. Dr. Wells’ teaching is closely linked to her research interests, featuring courses on topics like Franco's Spain, Spanish short story poetics, and the literature and culture of Spain during its transition period. She is also active in conference participation, external examination supervision, and holds memberships in various academic organizations, reflecting her commitment to the field of Hispanic studies and the broader literary community.

Research Interests

Experience

Senior Lecturer

2016-09-01 — Present

University of Bristol • Bristol, England

Teaches undergraduate and postgraduate courses in Hispanic Studies, focusing on post-war literature and contemporary issues.

Requirements for University of Bristol

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:19
Reading
Required:20
Writing
Required:22
Speaking
Required:22
Total
Required:88
Prerequisites
Upper second-class MSci honours degree in physics or related discipline Or a relevant postgraduate MSc
Application Checklist
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  • Academic transcripts
  • Two academic references
  • Personal statement
  • Curriculum Vitae (CV)
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Specialization Notes

Department of Physics research themes include Astrophysics, Materials and Devices, Particle Physics, and Quantum and Soft Matter.