History MPhil/PhD/PhD by Published works at University of Northampton

Programme overview

If you are a graduate in a humanities subject, this research programme draws on expertise in British history from the late middle ages to the present. You'll graduate with a deep understanding of your chosen specialism and improved research, written and presentation skills.

Faculty: Faculty of Education, Arts, Science and Technology | Department: Humanities | Duration: MPhil Full Time (on and off-site): 12 months – 3 years; MPhil Part Time (on and off-site): 30 months – 5 years; PhD Full Time (on and off-site): 2 – 4 years; PhD Part Time (on and off-site): 3 – 6 years; PhD by Published Works Part Time (on and off-site): 1 – 2 years | Study mode: full-time | Intake: October, March | Location: Northampton, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

This History PhD programme is a way for you to absorb yourself a topic you are passionate about, develop a deep understanding of your chosen specialism and improve your research, written and presentation skills. While developing and setting up a research project, you will initially receive general, discipline based and project specific training so that you can go on to conduct your research work effectively and independently.

Career pathways

Our students have progressed to a wide range of areas. Many have moved into academic research related to their topic, while others have gone on to take up roles in heritage organisations, teaching and the media.

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Application information

Entry requirements

We normally ask you to have a recognised first or upper second-class honours degree or Master’s Degree from a UK university or International equivalent in a relevant subject area. Application Information Students with lower-level qualifications or qualifications in a different subject area, but relevant experience will also be considered on an individual basis. All suitable candidates will be required to attend an interview as part of the selection process. All offers of a place on the programme are subject to: Successful interview by the University. Suitable Research Supervision Support. For additional information on how to apply to study with us, how to find a potential Supervisor, and what documents are required as part of the application process, please see our How to Apply page. English language: If English is not your first language, you will need to demonstrate that you meet the minimum English language requirement of IELTS at 7.0, with no component less than 6.5 (or equivalent). Applications with IELTS lower than 5.5 in all components will not be considered.

Domestic applicants: GBP 5,850 a year (2026/27). Full-time Source

International applicants: GBP 16,850 a year (2026/27). Full-time Source

Intake: October, March

Duration: MPhil Full Time (on and off-site): 12 months – 3 years; MPhil Part Time (on and off-site): 30 months

Apply through the official page: https://www.northampton.ac.uk/postgraduate/how-to-apply/research-degrees/

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