University of Birmingham offer promising candidates of this Byzantine, Ottoman and Modern Greek Studies the prospect of carrying out research in areas relating to Byzantine studies, the Ottoman Empire or the study of Modern Greek, whether your interests are historical, art historical or literature-based.
Byzantine, Ottoman and Modern Greek Studies, PhD/MA by Research
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- 36 monthsDuration
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Overview
The Centre for Byzantine, Ottoman and Modern Greek Studies is part of the Department of Classics, Ancient History and Archaeology, which Times Higher Education ranked among the top five Classics departments in the country for our performance in the latest Research Excellence Framework exercise.
The MA by Research programme requires you to prepare a thesis of up to 40,000 words. In contrast the PhD, the most advanced research degree, leads to a thesis of up to 80,000 words. Both programmes will be supported by expert academic supervision.
This Byzantine, Ottoman and Modern Greek Studies from University of Birmingham have no taught components, but relevant taught modules may be attended by arrangement to develop appropriate research skills, including the study of ancient and modern languages.
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Research starting in January or September is encouraged, but flexible start dates may be available
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- Programme intensity
You can choose to do this programme part-time or full-time.
Full-time- Full-time duration 36 months
- Average part-time duration 72 months
- Intensity Flexible
- Languages
- English
- Delivery mode On Campus
Programme Structure
Why study this course
- Stimulating environment
- Research networks
- Vibrant community
English Language Requirements
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Academic Requirements
You need the following GPA score:
Required score: Upper Second Class
Applicants for graduate programs must have the equivalent of a bachelor’s degree with a minimum GPA equivalent to Upper Second Class on the UK Honour scale. Admitted applicants typically have an undergraduate GPA of or better on the UK Honour scale. No exam grade should be lower than 4.5 (European grade scale) or D (American grade scale).
Your GPA (Grade Point Average) is calculated using the grades that you received in each course, and is determined by the points assigned to each grade (e.g. for the US grading scale from A-F).
General Requirements
- For MRes and MA by Research programmes, entry to our programmes usually requires a good (normally a 2:1 or above) Honours degree, or an equivalent qualification if you were educated outside the UK.
- Applicants for a PhD will also need to hold a Masters qualification at Merit level or above (or its international equivalent).
Tuition Fee
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17880 GBP/yearTuition FeeBased on the original amount of 17880 GBP per year and a duration of 36 months. -
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4320 GBP/yearTuition FeeBased on the original amount of 4320 GBP per year and a duration of 36 months.
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- UK/EU: £2,160 part-time/year
- International: £8,940 part-time/year
Living costs for Birmingham
- 765 - 1140 GBP/monthLiving Costs
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
Scholarships to cover fees and/or maintenance costs may be available. International students can often gain funding through overseas research scholarships, Commonwealth scholarships or their home government.
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