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PhD History with Genealogical Studies

University of Strathclyde

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  • Qualification

    PhD/DPhil - Doctor of Philosophy

  • Location

    John Anderson Campus

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    13-OCT-25

  • Duration

    3 Years

Course summary

The History section of the Department of Humanities will consider PhD candidates who have a research topic with a focus on family history.

Students enrolled in the PhD History with Genealogical Studies are supervised by academic staff in History with co-supervision by staff in the Strathclyde Institute of Genealogical Studies, giving the opportunity to undertake a doctorate in History with a distinctive genealogical dimension.

A PhD thesis makes an original contribution to knowledge and the wider literature in the field. Through your specialised research and the writing of your thesis, you will gain a range of academic skills such as advanced research methods and analysis, and professional skills in communication, presentation and organisation.

All Postgraduate Research Students within the Faculty of Humanities & Social Sciences are members of the Graduate School and have access to dedicated study facilities, social events and training, development and funding opportunities.

What you'll study

A PhD in history with a genealogical dimension may incorporate one or more of the following areas:

using genealogical techniques and/or sources to advance knowledge in associated areas. This includes historical demography, local history, sociology etc. This research may focus on a particular event, area or question in history viewed through the ‘lens of its effect on a group, set of families or individuals

reappraising previous research findings using genealogical research techniques and/or records and tools such as genetic genealogy. These can be historical, genealogical, demographic, etc.

assessing and evaluating newly available or not-often-used resources. These can include archival collections, ways of using software, etc. This research might examine and evaluate primary sources and/or research methods for the enhancement of genealogical practice

assessing and evaluating development in genealogical practice or supporting areas such as archives. This research can include questioning what, why and how genealogists do things, with the aim of delivering a better and more effective service

Tuition fees

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£ 18,050per year

Tuition fees shown are for indicative purposes and may vary. Please check with the institution for most up to date details.

University information

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University of Strathclyde

University of Strathclyde

  • University League Table

    32nd

  • Campus address

    University of Strathclyde, McCance Building, 16 Richmond Street, Glasgow, Glasgow, City Of, G1 1XQ, Scotland

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It's home to an International Study Centre offering international students the option to complete pre-master's programmes.

Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    History

    21st out of 91

  • Entry standards

    / Max 204
    200 98%

    2nd

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    73.0 73%

    25th

    1

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.30 83%

    24th

    16

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