History PhDs and MPhils
University of Portsmouth
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PhD/DPhil - Doctor of Philosophy

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If youre interested in taking your existing knowledge and expertise in History into a postgraduate research degree, then Portsmouth is the perfect place to do it.Within our History research, were studying how everyday people have responded to upheaval, and how their experiences, culture, values and activities have shaped their identities and behaviour – and as a postgraduate research degree student, youll play your own part in transforming our knowledge and expertise into action.Across our ...Read more

If you're interested in taking your existing knowledge and expertise in History into a postgraduate research degree, then Portsmouth is the perfect place to do it.

Within our History research, we're studying how everyday people have responded to upheaval, and how their experiences, culture, values and activities have shaped their identities and behaviour – and as a postgraduate research degree student, you'll play your own part in transforming our knowledge and expertise into action.

Across our areas of expertise – in early modern history, British social and cultural history, and urban cultures – we're exploring the lives of people at all levels of society, and the complex communities, cultures, and subcultures to which they belonged. Through our work, we're able to make sense of the world we live in today, and to understand how our own society may change in the future.

What can a postgraduate research degree do for my career?

Once you complete your postgraduate research degree, you'll be a highly-skilled researcher with the knowledge and skills to make an impact in many different industries.

Your postgraduate research qualification demonstrates to potential employers that you're an intelligent, capable and motivated person, with provable abilities and experience in critical thinking, problem-solving, project management, communication, leadership and creativity.

After researching with us, our successful postgraduate research candidates have gone on to successful careers as academic researchers, archivists and museum curators.

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48th
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49th
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Leia
16 Nov 23

Studying at Portsmouth for the past 2 years has been so enjoyable for me, enabling me to open out of my shell most importantly. The support from my lectures' is excellent,..Read more

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Lily
09 Nov 23

The staff are really..Read more

Entry requirements

The entry requirements for a PhD, or MPhil include an upper second class honours degree or equivalent in a relevant subject, or a master’s degree in an appropriate subject. Equivalent professional experience and/or qualifications may be considered. All applicants are subject to interview.

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£4,786 per year

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£4,786 per year

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£17,200 per year

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Leia
16 Nov 23
History BA (Hons)
Studying at Portsmouth for the past 2 years has been so enjoyable for me, enabling me to open out of my shell most importantly. The support from my lectures' is excellent,...
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Lily
09 Nov 23
History BA (Hons)
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University of Portsmouth
University of Portsmouth , Portsmouth

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