PhD Maritime Historical Studies
University of Exeter
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PhD/DPhil - Doctor of Philosophy

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University of Exeter - Penryn Campus, Cornwall

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PhD/DPhil - Doctor of Philosophy

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University of Exeter - Penryn Campus, Cornwall

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University of Exeter - Penryn Campus, Cornwall

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8 years

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Research overviewStaff in the History department research political, economic, social, cultural, religious, medical, environmental, maritime, naval, military and diplomatic history. We range in time from the early medieval period to the late 20th century. We have particular strengths in the history of Britain and continental Europe, but also focus on the history of the United States, Africa, and India.A number of research centres are linked with the work of the Department and organise seminar ...Read more

Research overview

Staff in the History department research political, economic, social, cultural, religious, medical, environmental, maritime, naval, military and diplomatic history. We range in time from the early medieval period to the late 20th century. We have particular strengths in the history of Britain and continental Europe, but also focus on the history of the United States, Africa, and India.

A number of research centres are linked with the work of the Department and organise seminar series with regular meetings through the academic year which are an important meeting place for postgraduate students to hear, discuss and present research.

Maritime history

The Centre for Maritime Historical Studies seeks to promote research into economic, social, political, naval and environmental aspects of the British maritime past from the earliest times to the present day. This is the oldest established centre for this specialism in a British university.

  • British maritime history from the Middle Ages to today
  • Business history and maritime trade
  • Port cities and communities
  • Mariners' welfare and education
  • Naval history from the Middle Ages to the present day, in particular, the connections between naval, political, social, economic and other histories
  • Naval leadership from the late-seventeenth century to the mid-twentieth century
  • British naval administration and logistics
  • Mediterranean maritime history from the middle ages to the eighteenth century
  • African maritime history and African port cities.

The Centre holds termly research seminars (in conjunction with the Society for Nautical Research), an annual international Maritime History Conference and a twice-yearly Strategic Policy Studies Group symposium (with associated publication).

Careers

We are committed to ensuring you receive high quality research supervision to maximise your potential and prepare you for a rewarding career.

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CUG Ranking
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Entry requirements

Students applying to enter directly into the MPhil/PhD programme would normally be expected to have a Masters degree with Merit or equivalent in History or a related subject, or other relevant qualifications such as a doctorate in another subject.

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£4,712 per year

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Students from Domestic

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Tuition fees per year 2023/24: £4,712 full-time; Tuition Fees per year 2024/25: £4, 900 full-time.

£20,500 per year

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Students from EU

The amount you'll pay if you come to study here from somewhere in the EU.

Tuition fees per year 2023/24: £20,500 full-time; Tuition Fees per year 2024/25: £22,600 full-time.

£20,500 per year

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Students from International

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Tuition fees per year 2023/24: £20,500 full-time; Tuition Fees per year 2024/25: £22,600 full-time.

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Uni info

University of Exeter
Penryn Campus Penryn Cornwall TR10 9FE United Kingdom
Nearest train station: Penryn Cornwall  0.4 miles away

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