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PhD of History

Sheffield Hallam University

  • Sheffield, United Kingdom
  • 4 years
  • English
  • On campus
  • PhD

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About the program

A one-year research master's in History completed through an independent supervised thesis.

Program highlights

  • Internship available: no
  • Placement support: yes
  • Work during study: yes
  • Post-study work rights (3 years): yes
  • PR pathway friendly: no

What you will learn

  • Critically evaluate concepts and methods in History in Research Master to solve relevant problems. Develop competence in historical analysis
  • Primary sources and interpretation. Present findings clearly and consider professional or research ethics.

Career outcomes

  • Museum Assistant
  • Heritage Coordinator
  • Research Assistant

Curriculum

  • Independent research project in History guided by a supervisor
  • Supported by research training and regular supervisory meetings
  • And completed with a thesis for examination. Students join the school's research community and its research training and events.

Entry requirements

Academic

  • Relevant undergraduate degree (2.1 or above) and/or masters
  • with a research proposal and personal statement.

Accepted academic background

Relevant undergraduate degree (2.1+) and/or masters; online application with research proposal (up to 1,500 words) and personal statement

Language tests

  • IELTS 7.0
  • TOEFL iBT 91
  • Duolingo 130
  • PTE Academic 76
  • IELTS Academic 7

Documents you’ll need

  • English Language Test Results
  • Research Proposal
  • Personal Statement

How to apply

  1. Review the program admission requirements and intake availability. Prepare your academic records and required supporting documents. Contact a prospective supervisor and prepare a research proposal if the program requires them. Submit the application through the institution's approved application process. Provide language proficiency evidence and pay any application fee when applicable. Monitor the application status and respond to requests for additional information.

Other costs

Tuition per year£19,530 GBP
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Program details

CampusCity Campus
Faculty or schoolSheffield Institute of Law and Social Sciences
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Teaching languageEnglish
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Study paceFixed
Post-study stay3 years
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Intakes and deadlines

  • Program starts

    October 2027

    Apply by

    30 Jun 2027

    229 days left

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Frequently asked questions

  • The program takes 4 years.