Dr. Raphael Lyne

Professor

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Biography

Professor Raphael Lyne is a distinguished scholar in Renaissance literature and currently serves as a Fellow and Director of Studies at Murray Edwards College, University of Cambridge. His academic pursuits are deeply entrenched in the examination of cognitive approaches to literature, particularly exploring how cognitive literary theory intersects with classical influences on English literature from 1500 to 1700. A prominent figure in the field, his research encompasses a broad range of themes including the works of Shakespeare, the intricacies of memory—especially subjective experiences of recollection—along with the dynamics of imitation in literary texts. He is actively involved in graduate supervision, guiding MPhil and PhD candidates in the aforementioned areas of study. His extensive publication record includes notable articles and essays that contribute significantly to the discourse in his field, addressing the relationships between texts, genres, and their sources.

Research Interests

Requirements for University of Cambridge

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.7
IELTS
Listening
Required:7
Reading
Required:7
Writing
Required:7
Speaking
Required:7
Overall
Required:7.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:25
Reading
Required:25
Writing
Required:25
Speaking
Required:25
Total
Required:110
Prerequisites
UK Bachelor's Degree with good Upper Second Class Honours or international equivalent Background in international relations, politics, law, economics, security or history is a definite asset
Application Checklist
  • Two academic references
  • Official transcripts
  • CV/Resume
  • Personal statement (approx 500 words)
  • Research proposal (1-2 pages/500 words)
  • Application fee (£50)
Specialization Notes

Standard postgraduate requirements for Department of Politics and International Studies (POLIS) and related humanities departments.