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  • Qualification

    PhD/DPhil - Doctor of Philosophy

  • Location

    University of Northampton Main site

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    MAR

  • Duration

    2 Years

Course summary

If you are a graduate in a humanities subject or similar discipline, this History MPhil, PhD and PhD by Published Works programme offers an excellent route to expand your knowledge and research skills. Successful defence of the final thesis will provide the researcher with the highest qualification that any UK university can award and offer an excellent opportunity to move into higher management positions within the industry.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. Your supervisors will guide you through the process with regular in-person or online tutorials. When you finish this course, you will be able to find research and development roles within fields related to your topic, such as the heritage sector, progress into an academic career or enter business at a managerial level.

Application deadline

11/12/2025

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Tuition fees

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£ 16,350per year

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University information

University of Northampton

  • University League Table

    119th

  • Campus address

    University of Northampton Main site, Waterside Campus, Northampton, Northampton, NN1 5PH, United Kingdom

Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    56th out of 90 16

  • Entry standards

    / Max 204
    97 48%

    85th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    65.0 65%

    61st

    16
  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.28 82%

    27th

    1

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