Classics and Ancient History MPhil, PhD at Newcastle University

Programme overview

We welcome postgraduate research students in any of our areas of research expertise. Classics and ancient history at Newcastle has a long and distinguished international reputation. We deliver quality research and teaching.

Faculty: Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences | Department: School of History Classics and Archaeology | Duration: MPhil full time: 1 year; MPhil part time: 2 years; PhD full time: 3 years; PhD part time: 6 years | Study mode: full-time, part-time | Intake: September 2027; January 2028 | Location: Newcastle upon Tyne, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

You can find a detailed list of our Classics and Ancient History research areas .

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Application information

Entry requirements

A minimum of a 2:1 honours degree and a Master's degree at Merit level, or international equivalent, in a related subject. We will give specific consideration to any independent research you do as part of your studies and/or appropriate professional experience. You must submit two letters of recommendation (obligatory) and a writing sample, such as a chapter from an MA dissertation or a published paper (optional). English language: IELTS 6.5 overall (with a minimum of 6.0 in all sub-skills).

International applicants: GBP 25,250 a year (2027/28). MPhil full time tuition fee per year Source

Intake: September 2027; January 2028

Duration: MPhil full time: 1 year; MPhil part time: 2 years; PhD full time: 3 years; PhD part time: 6 years

Apply through the official page: https://www.ncl.ac.uk/postgraduate/degrees/8210f-53/#how-to-apply

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