PhD in History
University of Cambridge · Cambridge, United Kingdom
About this programme
The PhD in History is an advanced research degree awarded on the basis of a thesis and an oral ( viva voce ) examination. The PhD's primary purpose is to prepare and present a substantial piece of independent and original academic research, completed in three to four years if studying full-time and four to five years if studying part-time. Every PhD student in the Faculty of History is supported by a Supervisor (or, in some cases, supervisors). Supervisors are experts in their field of study and support students throughout the PhD. Students will also benefit from the advice and support of othe
- Level
- Doctoral
- Field
- Social
- Duration
- 3 years
- Tuition
- £32,886 / year
- English
- IELTS 7.5 · TOEFL iBT 110
- Study mode
- Full-time
Visa
- Visa required
- Student visa
- Application fee
- GBP 558
- Proof of funds
- GBP 1,171/mo
- Processing time
- 3–8 weeks
Standard figures for this route. Some applicants pay a reduced fee or none at all — confirm your own case on the official visa page.
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