PhD History at Bangor University

Programme overview

Research degree (PhD/MPhil) in History at Bangor University, full-time or part-time on campus.

Duration: PhD: 2 to 3 years full-time or 4 to 6 years part-time; MPhil: 2 years full-time or 4 years part-time | Study mode: full-time / part-time | Location: Bangor, Wales, United Kingdom

What you will study

Research specialisations include medieval and early modern history of Britain and Europe, modern and contemporary history of Britain, Europe, North America, India, the Middle East and Africa, history of historiography, memorial cultures, conceptual history, and heritage and interpretation.

Career pathways

An academic career in History; the analytical and research skills gained are valued in communications, media, museums and heritage industries, teaching, publishing and research and development roles.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Entry is possible after a Masters in a related subject (History, Welsh History, Archaeology or Heritage) at Bangor or elsewhere. Applicants whose first language is not English: IELTS 6.0 overall with no element below 5.5; applicants with an overall 5.5 can take a summer pre-sessional course at ELCOS.

Duration: 3-6 years

Apply through the official page: https://www.bangor.ac.uk/study/postgraduate-research/apply

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