Karen Forbes
University Associate Professor · School of Humanities and Social Sciences · University of Cambridge
Quick answer: Karen Forbes is University Associate Professor at University of Cambridge. Karen Forbes shows an active PhD hiring signal as of 2026-09-11.
⭐ Karen welcomes enquiries from prospective doctoral students interested in topics related to her current and recent research projects (see above) and is typically able to take on one (or occasionally two) new doctoral student(s) each year. If you are a prospective doctoral applicant, in advance of getting in touch, please read further guidance provided here about when and how to make an enquiry. UP
Research interests
Language learning strategies; Multilingualism and identity; English as an additional language learners in UK schools; School-level language policies
Selected publications (since 2023)
Forbes, K. (2025). Promoting modern languages beyond the compulsory stage: exploring the relationship between school-level curriculum policy, GCSE uptake and attainment in England. The Language Learning Journal. https://doi.org/10.1080/09571736.2025.2551613
Wu, X. & Forbes, K. (2025). Toward a tempo-spatial model of multilingual identity development: an exploration of the role of time and space in multilingual identity construction. Modern Language Journal. https://doi.org/10.1111/modl.70004
Forbes, K., Evans, M., Fisher, L., Gayton, A. & Rutgers, D. (2025). Willingness to identify: exploring factors that influence secondary school students' willingness to identify as multilingual. The Language Learning Journal. https://doi.org/10.1080/09571736.2025.2549114
Gayton, A., Evans, M., Fisher, L
Frequently asked questions
Is Karen Forbes hiring PhD students at University of Cambridge?
Yes. As of 2026-09-11, Karen Forbes's faculty page shows a PhD hiring signal: Karen welcomes enquiries from prospective doctoral students interested in topics related to her current and recent research projects (see above) and is typically able to take on one (or occasionally t.
What does Karen Forbes research?
Language learning strategies; Multilingualism and identity; English as an additional language learners in UK schools; School-level language policies
Data last updated: 2026-09-11 · Source: phd-match.com faculty database.
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