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PhD of History

Aberystwyth University

  • Aberystwyth, United Kingdom
  • 3 years
  • English
  • On campus
  • PhD

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Aberystwyth University campus

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

  • 2:1 Bachelors (Honours) degree in a relevant subject area
  • or equivalent. English Language Requirements IELTS 6.5 with minimum 5.5 in each component
  • or equivalent Other Requirements Applicants should submit a full research proposal at the point of application

Accepted academic background

Strong bachelor (2:1 equivalent or above) and/or master's degree in a relevant field with a research proposal; identify a supervisor in advance

Language tests

  • IELTS 6.5 (no component below 5.5)
  • TOEFL iBT 93
  • PTE Academic 62
  • Cambridge C1 Advanced C 169 per component
  • IELTS Academic 6.5

Documents you’ll need

  • Academic Transcripts
  • Degree Certificate
  • Personal Statement
  • Academic References
  • English Language Test Results
  • Research Proposal

How to apply

  1. Review the programme entry requirements and the intake deadline. Apply using the postgraduate admissions portal and upload academic records and the supporting documents for your course. Provide English proficiency evidence if required. Follow the admission decision and arrange a student visa if applicable.

Other costs

Tuition per year£20,270 GBP
Application fee_
Deposit_

Program details

CampusPenglais Campus
Faculty or schoolDepartment of History and Welsh History
DepartmentDepartment of History and Welsh History
Teaching languageEnglish
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Study pace_
Post-study stay3 years
Scholarship noteGlobal Citizens Scholarship for eligible new international fee-paying students from 2027/28: 3,000 GBP tuition reduction for humanities PhD study, with qualifying university accommodation support. Applicants must meet the award conditions; certain courses are excluded.

Intakes and deadlines

  • Program starts

    January 2027

    Apply by

    No deadline listed

  • Program starts

    September 2027

    Apply by

    No deadline listed

Scholarships

Global Citizens Scholarship for eligible new international fee-paying students from 2027/28: 3,000 GBP tuition reduction for humanities PhD study, with qualifying university accommodation support. Applicants must meet the award conditions; certain courses are excluded.

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Frequently asked questions

  • The program takes 3 years.