Overview

Troughout this Medieval Studies PhD programme from University of York students work on research projects that cross disciplinary boundaries.

Subject areas include Archaeology, Art and Architectural History, History (social, economic, political, cultural, ecclesiastical, and intellectual) and Literature (including Old and Middle English, Old Norse, Latin, Italian and Arabic), Natural Sciences, Gender and Sexuality, Viking Studies, Islamic Cultures, Codicology and Palaeography.

Careers:

University academic lecturer/professor/researcher

Publishing

Broadcasting

Museums and heritage careers (English Heritage/Historic England)

University administrative careers

School teaching

Creative writing

Arts administration

Charity administration

Library and archives careers

Policy advisor

Civil Service

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Archaeology,

Art and Architectural History,

History (social, economic, political, cultural, ecclesiastical, and intellectual)

Literature (including Old and Middle English, Old Norse, Latin, Italian and Arabic),

Natural Sciences,

Gender and Sexuality,

Viking Studies,

Islamic Cultures,

Codicology and Palaeography.

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 36 months
Part-time
- 72 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2025-09-15 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-06-15 00:00:00 , International

More details

If you're an international student, it's best to apply at least three months prior to your intended start date.

Language

English

IELTS

7

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TOEFL^® IBT

96

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Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

Archaeology History Art History View 149 other PhDs in History in United Kingdom

Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

IELTS

7

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TOEFL^® IBT

96

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Other requirements

General requirements

Academic transcripts

Specified written work

Second piece of written work

Your CV (curriculum vitae)

Copy of a language certificate

Personal statement

Evidence of financial support

Research proposal or outline of academic interests

Evidence of your English language ability

Tuition Fee

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International

22200 GBP/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 22200 GBP per year during 36 months.
National

4786 GBP/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 4786 GBP per year during 36 months.

Living costs for York

646 - 1124 GBP /month

Living costs

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.