Overview

This History programme offered by Aberystwyth University enables students to undertake original historical scholarship across a broad range of periods, regions, and themes. Drawing upon exceptional archival and library resources, candidates investigate political developments, cultural transformations, scientific advancement, media, economic systems, and social change from the medieval era through to the contemporary world. The programme is designed for independent researchers seeking to contribute new knowledge through detailed analysis of historical sources and evidence.

Key Facts

Students work closely with specialist supervisors while benefiting from a vibrant research environment and strong links to major historical institutions. Research expertise spans Europe, Asia, Latin America, the United States, Wales, and the wider British Isles, with particular strengths in political and historical cultures, the history of science and medicine, media history, and socioeconomic studies. Through conferences, seminars, workshops, and international scholarly networks, candidates develop advanced research capabilities and professional academic experience. Graduates are prepared for careers in higher education, archives, heritage organizations, publishing, museums, public history, and research institutions.

Programme Structure

Topics available in this program include:

Medieval History
Early Modern History
Modern History
Contemporary History
Political History
Social History
Economic History
History of Science
History of Medicine

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 36 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-01-18 00:00:00

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Starting 2027-09-27 00:00:00

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Starting 2028-01-10 00:00:00

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Applicants are encouraged to apply for postgraduate study as early as possible.

Language

English

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IELTS

6.5

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Credits

45 alternative credits

Students are expected to complete a minimum of 45 credits of institutionally-provided research training within the first two years.

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Aberystwyth, United Kingdom

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

Upper Second Class

English requirements

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93

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62

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IELTS

6.5

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General requirements

Entry Requirements 2:1 Bachelors (Honours) degree in a relevant subject area, or equivalent.
English Language Requirements: IELTS 6.5 with minimum 5.5 in each component, or equivalent
Other Requirements: Applicants should submit a full research proposal at the point of application

Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

20270 GBP / year

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Citizens or residents

5238 GBP / year

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Living costs

Aberystwyth

United Kingdom

700 - 1300 GBP / month

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English requirements

IELTS & PTE Test Preparation

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Living costs

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