Greetings! I'm interested to know if it's possible to get funding for a Ph.D in English Literature in universities around the UK (and some Scandinavian countries). I have a first-class honours degree. I've also been on the Dean's List and was awarded a medal. I then went for an MLitt from one of the best UK universities in English Literature, however, due to certain reasons, I didn't perform AS well as I had hoped. I'm afraid I might graduate with a Merit or a Passing grade.

I'm very much interested in a Ph.D and I've drafted a proposal as well which circles around the New Wave Science Fiction and Masculinity and while most Ph.Ds and some academics have said it's a very interesting topic, I'm worried that I won't be able to find funding. I'm an international student and tuition fees are ridiculous! Universities demand all your money, your first born and probably your soul as well.

I have very good recommendations as well, so I'm wondering if there's any chance of gaining funding. Any help, advice or suggestion would be wonderful.

Thank you.