MPhil/PhD History at Goldsmiths, University of London

Programme overview

Undertake a research degree in History at Goldsmiths. The distinctive emphasis of History at Goldsmiths is a theorised, interdisciplinary and comparative approach to research. We are open, friendly and accessible, and research students are encouraged to be innovative in their use of sources and methodologies.

Faculty: School of Global Change | Department: History, Politics and International Relations | Duration: 3-4 years full-time or 4-6 years part-time | Study mode: full-time, part-time | Location: London, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Each September, there is a week-long university-wide induction programme for first-year postgraduate research students in all academic disciplines. This introduces you to some of the essentials of research and gives you the opportunity to ask general questions. Research students usually follow a programme of training tailored to their needs.

Career pathways

Our PhD students have taken up academic posts in history and related fields around the world. Others are employed in the media and as researchers and teachers.

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Application information

Entry requirements

You should normally have (or expect to be awarded) a taught Masters in a relevant subject area. You might also be considered for some programmes if you aren’t a graduate or your degree is in an unrelated field, but have relevant experience and can show that you have the ability to work at postgraduate level. English language: IELTS 6.5 with a 6.5 in writing and no element lower than 6.0.

Domestic applicants: GBP 5,238 a year (2026/2027). Home - full-time Source

International applicants: GBP 21,000 a year (2026/2027). International - full-time Source

Duration: 3-4 years full-time or 4-6 years part-time

Apply through the official page: https://mygoldsmiths.gold.ac.uk/OnlineServices/applications/appModuleList.aspx?id=128000010221968

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