History Research (MPhil/PhD)
University of Portsmouth
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PhD/DPhil - Doctor of Philosophy

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University of Portsmouth - Portsmouth Campus

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FEB-27

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3 Years

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PhD/DPhil - Doctor of Philosophy

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University of Portsmouth - Portsmouth Campus

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FEB-27

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3 Years

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PhD/DPhil - Doctor of Philosophy

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University of Portsmouth - Portsmouth Campus

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OCT-26

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PhD/DPhil - Doctor of Philosophy

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University of Portsmouth - Portsmouth Campus

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APR-27

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3 Years

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PhD/DPhil - Doctor of Philosophy

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University of Portsmouth - Portsmouth Campus

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APR-27

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6 Years

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PhD/DPhil - Doctor of Philosophy

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University of Portsmouth - Portsmouth Campus

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OCT-26

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6 Years

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PhD/DPhil - Doctor of Philosophy

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University of Portsmouth - Portsmouth Campus

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FEB-27

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6 Years

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Take part in transforming our knowledge and expertise into action by exploring how everyday people have responded to disruption, and how experience, culture, values and activities have influenced identity and behaviour. Develop a project informed by expertise in early modern history, British social and cultural history, and urban cultures. Examine the complex networks, cultures and subcultures people belonged to, from local life to wider social change. Use historical research to make sense of ...Read more

Take part in transforming our knowledge and expertise into action by exploring how everyday people have responded to disruption, and how experience, culture, values and activities have influenced identity and behaviour. Develop a project informed by expertise in early modern history, British social and cultural history, and urban cultures. Examine the complex networks, cultures and subcultures people belonged to, from local life to wider social change. Use historical research to make sense of the world we live in now and consider how society may shift in the future.

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WUSCA ranking:
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73/91
CUG Subject Ranking
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41st
CUG Ranking
CUG Ranking
Source: Complete University Guide 2026
42nd
What students say
J
Jacob
07 Dec 25

It’s a decent uni, staff is friendly..Read more

J
J
18 Feb 25

All of the academic staff have been really supportive and generous with their time, and other postgrad students make time for each other and offer support...Read more

Entry requirements

An upper second class honours degree or equivalent in a relevant subject, or a masters degree in an appropriate subject.

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£5,238 per year

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£17,900 per year

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£17,900 per year

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Latest History reviews

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J
Jacob
07 Dec 25
History - BA (Hons)
It’s a decent uni, staff is friendly...
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J
J
18 Feb 25
History Research (MPhil/PhD)
All of the academic staff have been really supportive and generous with their time, and other postgrad students make time for each other and offer support....
Read more
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University of Portsmouth
University of Portsmouth , Portsmouth

Portsmouth is a small and lively city by the sea that offers everything students need....

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University of Portsmouth, Mercantile House Hampshire Terrace Portsmouth Hampshire PO1 2EG United Kingdom
Nearest train station: Portsmouth & Southsea  0.1 miles away

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