History MPhil, PhD

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Qualification

PhD/DPhil - Doctor of Philosophy

Location

Newcastle, Main Campus

Study mode

Full Time

Start date

SEP

Duration

3 Years

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Course info

Our MPhil and PhD in History offers research opportunities in areas as diverse as medicine, death, historical demography, gender, womens history and urban culture.OverviewAs an MPhil or PhD in History student youll join a research environment in which ambitious and original ideas can flourish.Many of the research opportunities in history are interdisciplinary. Theyre available for most periods of history and in most geographical regions.Supervision is normally available in the following subject ...Read more

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CUG Subject Ranking

CUG Subject Ranking
Source: Complete University Guide 2025

35th

CUG Ranking

CUG Ranking
Source: Complete University Guide 2025

26th

What students say

The university itself excels in almost all aspects, whether it includes the mix between contemporary and traditional architecture of the campus, the range of libraries available..Read more

Lovely city, and uni is right in the middle so it’s super close to everything. Lots of great study spaces outside lecture halls and study rooms for last minute studying..Read more

Entry requirements

A minimum of a 2:1 honours degree and a Master's degree at Merit level, or international equivalent, in a related subject. We will give specific consideration to any independent research you do as part of your studies and/or appropriate professional experience. You must submit two letters of recommendation (obligatory) and a writing sample, such as a chapter from an MA dissertation or a published paper (optional).

Tuition fees

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£22,800 per year

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Living costs - 10500-11500 a year

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Latest reviews

Latest History reviews

Thomas

01 Feb 24

History BA (Hons)

The university itself excels in almost all aspects, whether it includes the mix between contemporary and traditional architecture of the campus, the range of libraries available...

amiee

11 Jan 24

History BA (Hons)

Lovely city, and uni is right in the middle so it’s super close to everything. Lots of great study spaces outside lecture halls and study rooms for last minute studying...

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