199 PhD programmes in History in Europe

American History at the University of Sussex welcomes research applications focusing on the social and political history of the United States.

Study for a PhD in History at the University of Stirling and you’ll be part of a dynamic culture where collaboration is key, international links abound and the desire to make a meaningful contribution to society is always at the forefront of our minds.

A University of Hertfordshire research degree in History is an internationally recognised degree signifying high levels of achievement in research.

Our innovative, international and interdisciplinary approach in the Archives and Records Management programme from University of Liverpool has established us as a leading centre for archival education and research.

The DPhil in History at University of Oxford is an advanced research degree, awarded on the basis of successful completion of an individual research thesis and an oral examination. 

The Fine Art, History of Art and Cultural Studies PhD at University of Leeds involves three years (five years if part-time) of independent research under the guidance and expertise of a supervisory team. 

The Class of Culture and History, integrated into the Graduate School Language & Literature Munich at Ludwig-Maximilians-University (LMU) Munich, offers graduate students the opportunity to study major issues in the history, culture, media, politics, and society of the United States, Canada and the Americas, including the Caribbean. 

The Historical Studies programme offered by Södertörn University develops advanced research expertise in societal and cultural change across historical contexts.

The History of Books and Reading (HOBAR) Research Collaboration, based in English & Creative Writing at The Open University UK has made major contributions to the subject internationally.

At University of Hull, you research History under the supervision and guidance of leading experts who are active historians working on everything from ancient Rome to modern Britain. History is offered at University of Hull.

Contemporary History at the University of Sussex combines a long tradition in a field of scholarship pioneered at Sussex with a commitment to fostering new and emerging fields of inquiry. 

The Doctoral Programme in History at Tampere University provides doctoral candidates with versatile possibilities to act as a researcher or in demanding expert assignments in Finland and abroad

Our PhD in History by Practice is an innovative route for anyone with significant experience of public history practice or research in a range of settings such as in museums, archives, heritage organisations, the media or education. The History (by Practice) programme is offered at University of York.

A Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) is the highest academic award for which a student can be registered. This History (Distance Learning) programme at the University of Huddersfield allows you to explore and pursue a research project built around a substantial piece of work, which has to show evidence of original contribution to knowledge.

The Chinese Studies Research programme offered by King's College London investigates contemporary China through political, economic, social, and international perspectives, with opportunities for collaborative research across Asia and the UK.

For the PhD in Art History and Theory at University of Essex  of offer supervision across a range of fields and have a long tradition of postgraduate training in all the major areas of European art and architecture from 1300 to the present, and in the art and architecture of Latin America and the United States.

Develop and deepen the current and advanced knowledge in the field with original thought and/or research and come up with innovative definitions based on Master's degree qualifications. This doctorate degree of History is offered at Sabanci University

The PhD in Theology, History of Ideas and Philosophy programme offered by Aarhus University offers a wide range of disciplinary and interdisciplinary doctoral research within and across the fields concerned. Theological research is characterized by interaction between historical, literary, and systematic methods.

The History, Culture and Arts Studies programme from University of Turku is interdisciplinary doctorial programme that combines historical approach, cultural analysis and critical art studies. It educates specialists in cultural change bringing together 16 fields of research.

The graduate program in Ancient Philosophy from Warnborough College is suitable for students who intend to develop professional careers in a wide range of settings.