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PhD Classics and Ancient History at Durham University

Durham University, United Kingdom

Programme overview

The principal research degree in Classics and Ancient History, producing an extended thesis of not more than 100,000 words that makes a significant contribution to the field. Students work with a supervisory team of normally two staff members.

Faculty: Faculty of Arts and Humanities  |  Department: Classics and Ancient History  |  Duration: 3 years full-time  |  Study mode: full-time (part-time option)  |  Location: Durham, England, United Kingdom

Career pathways

About half of the department’s PhDs over the past decade hold academic posts, with others in private industry, education and the civil service.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Applicants without a Masters degree (or equivalent) will normally be required to register first for one of the department’s taught MA programmes; applicants should identify and contact a prospective principal supervisor.

Duration: 3 years full-time

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