Overview

Egyptology at The University of Manchester has a long history dating back to the late 19th century, and we have a broad range of world-class resources which you can use as part of your research programme.

Aims

We aim to:

further your development as a scholar, and help you achieve your academic career ambitions as part of a vibrant, wide-ranging and vibrant research community;
provide a supportive and inclusive environment for all students;
encourage you to publish relevant research and participate in conferences and workshops as part of your academic development;
encourage you to undertake undergraduate teaching where appropriate, with guidance and support throughout.

Programme Structure

Egyptological research at Manchester is characterised by several themes:

the role of women in ancient Egypt;
new Kingdom and Late Period material culture;
ancient Egyptian ceramics and ceramic analysis;
Amarna Period royal ideology;
the reception of ancient Egypt from the Medieval Period to modern times.

Key information

Duration

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

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2025-09-23 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-06-30 00:00:00
Starting 2026-01-27 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-09-30 00:00:00

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

100

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Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Manchester, United Kingdom

Disciplines

Ancient History View 25 other PhDs in Ancient History in United Kingdom

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Academic requirements

GPA

Upper Second Class

English requirements

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100

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Other requirements

General requirements

A Bachelors (Honours) degree at 2:1 level or above (or its international equivalent) in a related subject; and
A UK Master's degree with an overall average of 65% or higher, with a minimum of 65% in the dissertation and with no mark below 55% (or its international equivalent) in a related subject.
Any strong relevant professional experience will be considered on a case by case basis.

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Tuition Fee

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International

21500 GBP/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 21500 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 Manchester

645 - 1197 GBP /month

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Scholarships Information

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