History and Welsh History
Cardiff University · Cardiff, United Kingdom
About this programme
MPhil and PhD programmes in History and Welsh History at Cardiff, supervised by internationally recognised historians with expertise spanning medieval to modern periods across British, Welsh, European, Asian, African, and other histories. Prepares graduates for careers in academia, research, public service, teaching, and the private sector.
- Level
- Doctoral
- Field
- Arts
- English
- IELTS 6.5
- Study mode
- Full-time, Part-time
Entry requirements
Suitable for graduates in history, and related humanities and social science disciplines. Applicants should normally hold a first degree with first or upper second class Honours or equivalent in an appropriate subject field. Welsh speakers are very welcome.
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.
Scholarships available (4)
- Commonwealth ScholarshipFully funded
- Charles Wallace Pakistan Trust AwardsPartial funding · Doctoral bursaries: 30 April and 31 October annually
- Great Britain-China Educational Trust Chinese Student AwardsPartial funding · Two rounds yearly: 11 October (autumn) and 11 April (spring)
- Gordon Memorial College Trust Fund GrantsPartial funding · Deadline 2026 round closed. Check official website for future rounds