PhD/MPhil Archaeology and Ancient History - Bioarchaeology in Leicester United Kingdom | University of Leicester

PhD candidates undertake an independent research project with support from a supervisory team. The maximum enrollment duration before submitting a thesis is 4 years for full-time students or 7 years for part-time students. Typically, active research (encompassing experiments, lab work, fieldwork, and data gathering) spans 3 to 3.5 years full-time or 6 to 6.5 years part-time. After completing active research, students may apply for a writing-up period lasting up to 12 months. The combined active research and writing-up phases must not surpass the maximum registration timeframe. Theses generally should not exceed 80,000 words and must present original contributions to knowledge with publishable-quality work. A successful viva voce (oral) examination is required before degree conferral. The Archaeology and Ancient History PhD program can be pursued either on-campus at Leicester or through distance learning.

Leicester boasts a distinguished, globally-recognized team of experts conducting innovative research and teaching in both Ancient History and Archaeology. With a rich legacy of groundbreaking discoveries, you could contribute to our ongoing achievements. We provide outstanding, adaptable career and educational opportunities that can transform lives. For over two decades, we've delivered internationally-accredited distance learning programs. Additionally, we house an in-house professional archaeology unit. The renowned University of Leicester Archaeological Services (ULAS), famous for discovering King Richard III's remains, operates within our School and enhances our archaeological training programs.