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PhD/DPhil - Doctor of Philosophy
University of Buckingham
Full Time
JAN
3 years
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PhD/DPhil - Doctor of Philosophy
University of Buckingham
Full Time
JAN
3 years
PhD/DPhil - Doctor of Philosophy
University of Buckingham
Full Time
APR-25
3 years
PhD/DPhil - Doctor of Philosophy
University of Buckingham
Part Time
JAN
6 years
PhD/DPhil - Doctor of Philosophy
University of Buckingham
Part Time
APR-25
6 years
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Course Info
Course outline
The PhD in Garden History is an advanced research degree, awarded on the basis of a thesis and an oral viva voce examination. The primary purpose of the PhD is the preparation and presentation of a substantial piece of independent and original academic research, completed in three years if studying full-time and usually six years if studying part-time. There is also the possibility of early submission in cases where the student makes particularly rapid progress.
There is an enormously broad range of possible thesis subjects in Garden History, ranging from the history of garden design and the creation of particular gardens through to evolving attitudes towards nature and its relationship to the built environment, the Sublime and the Picturesque, and the critical assessment of garden-designers and their work, from Charles Bridgeman and William Kent to Geoffrey Jellicoe and Russell Paige. Given sufficient evidence to illuminate it, almost any aspect of the history of gardens and their creators may potentially form an appropriate focus of study.
A large proportion of our PhD students are engaged in full-time study, but there is also an option for part-time study where this fits better with a student’s other commitments. Part-time study can be ideal for those who are looking to gain a postgraduate qualification without leaving employment and wish to develop their careers while they continue earning, or for those who are home-based for whatever reason and wish to develop their skills. All students are expected to engage with the academic life of the University, to attend skills-training meetings where these are relevant, as well as research seminars and workshops.
Teaching & Assessment
PhD students undertake supervised but independent research, at the end of which they submit a thesis embodying the results of that research. The length of the dissertation should not be fewer than 70,000 words and no longer than 80,000 words of text (excluding the thesis-abstract, appendices, footnotes, tables, and bibliography).
This thesis must demonstrate familiarity with, and an understanding of the subject, its principal sources and authorities. It should display critical discrimination and a sense of proportion in evaluating evidence and the judgements of others. A PhD thesis must embody an original contribution to the knowledge of the discipline either by the discovery of new knowledge or by the exercise of a new and independent critical approach.
After Your Course
The University’s Course Directors, students’ supervisors, and the Research Officer and Tutor for Graduate Students are available to discuss students’ post-graduation plans and how they may utilise most effectively the skills acquired during their studies.
Applicants are normally expected to have a first or upper second-class degree or significant relevant experience. However, age is usually an irrelevancy. Wherever possible, students are encouraged to begin their studies at the start of the academic year (in September), in order to be in step with their peers. Where this is not possible, however, entry points exist at the start of each academic term.
Students living in
Domestic
£7,680 per year
Students from Domestic
The above mentioned fee is for Apr-24 1st year £7,680, Total cost:23,040. For Sep-24 and Jan-25: 1st year £8,267, Total cost: £24,800.
£13,431 per year
Students from EU
The above mentioned fee is for Apr-24 1st year £13,431, Total cost:£40,293. For Sep-24 and Jan-25: 1st year £14,500, Total cost: £43,500.
£13,431 per year
Students from International
The above mentioned fee is for Apr-24 1st year £13,431, Total cost:£40,293. For Sep-24 and Jan-25: 1st year £14,500, Total cost: £43,500.