PhD in History
University of Cambridge
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PhD/DPhil - Doctor of Philosophy

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OCT-25

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The PhD in 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 or four years if studying full-time and five years if studying part-time.Every PhD student in the Faculty of History is supported by a supervisor (or in some cases, supervisors). Supervisors are experts in their field of ...Read more

The PhD in 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 or four years if studying full-time and five years if studying part-time.

Every PhD student in the Faculty of History is supported by a supervisor (or in some cases, supervisors). Supervisors are experts in their field of study and support students throughout the PhD. Students will also benefit from the advice and support of other academic members of the Faculty who will be involved in progression through the various stages of the PhD, from the registration assessment exercise at the end of the first year through to the completion of the thesis.

Most of our PhD students study here full-time but each year we admit a number of students who wish to study on a part-time basis. 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. However, it’s important to note that the part-time PhD at Cambridge is not a distance-learning course. Part-time students are expected to fully engage with the Faculty, to integrate into the research culture of the University and to attend the University on a regular basis for supervision, study, skills training, research seminars and workshops.

Throughout their time at the Faculty, PhD students are encouraged to attend one or more of the Faculty’s graduate workshops in their subject group or area of research. These workshops are spaces for PhD students to share their work and collaborate with visiting speakers, academic and peers.

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Morgan
15 Jan 24

The city is really beautiful..Read more

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Hannah
30 Jan 23

Best part is the experience of living in the historic city- feeling a part of something. The night life isn’t great but it’s fun with friends...Read more

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Entry requirements

Applicants for this course should have achieved a UK Masters (Merit). Applicants should hold at the very least a high upper second-class degree from a UK University (usually 67 per cent) or international equivalent as set by the University Graduate Admissions. Candidates for the PhD are also normally expected to hold a master’s degree in a subject relevant to the intended topic of study. Each application is considered on a case-by-case basis.

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£9,858 per year

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University Composition Fee: £9,858; Maintenance: £18,625.

£29,826 per year

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University Composition Fee: £29,826; Maintenance: £18,625.

£29,826 per year

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University Composition Fee: £29,826; Maintenance: £18,625.

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Morgan
15 Jan 24
History BA (Hons)
The city is really beautiful...
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Hannah
30 Jan 23
History BA (Hons)
Best part is the experience of living in the historic city- feeling a part of something. The night life isn’t great but it’s fun with friends....
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University of Cambridge
The Old Schools Trinity Lane Cambridge Cambridgeshire CB2 1TN United Kingdom
Nearest train station: Cambridge  0.6 miles away

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