PhD Refugee History at University of Buckingham

Programme overview

An advanced research degree in Refugee History; a rapidly growing field of study, with a vast range of possible thesis topics.

Faculty: School of Humanities and Social Sciences | Duration: 3 years full-time; 6 years part-time | Study mode: full-time, part-time | Intake: September 2026, January 2027, April 2027 | Location: Buckingham, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

The PhD in Refugee History is an advanced research degree, awarded on the basis of a thesis and an oral viva voce examination. The primary purpose of the PhD is the preparation and presentation of a substantial piece of independent and original academic research, completed in three years if studying full-time and usually six years if studying part-time. There is also the possibility of early submission in cases where the student makes particularly rapid progress.

Career pathways

The University’s Course Directors, students’ supervisors, and the Research Officer and Tutor for Graduate Students are available to discuss students’ post-graduation plans and how they may utilise most effectively the skills acquired during their studies.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Applicants are normally expected to have a first or upper second-class degree or significant relevant experience. Age is usually an irrelevancy and the University of Buckingham’s current doctoral students range in age from those in their twenties to those in their seventies. Academic ability is the only criterion regarded as relevant. Wherever possible, students are encouraged to begin their studies at the start of the academic year (in September), in order to be in step with their peers. Where this is not possible, however, entry points exist at the start of each academic term.

Domestic applicants: GBP 8,267 a year (2026/27). Full-time (3 years); From £8,267 per year Source

International applicants: GBP 14,500 a year (2026/27). Full-time (3 years); From £14,500 per year Source

Intake: September 2026, January 2027, April 2027

Duration: 3 years full-time; 6 years part-time

Apply through the official page: https://www.buckingham.ac.uk/course-redirect/?coursecode=RDPF3PRH

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