Manchester,
United Kingdom
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
PhD Classics and Ancient History in Manchester United Kingdom | The University of Manchester
The University of Manchester
|
Manchester United Kingdom
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Qualification
Doctor of Philosophy
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
GBP
21,000
(c. USD28,020.3)
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
36 months
Our PhD program in Classics and Ancient History is designed for students seeking to advance scholarly understanding of the discipline through original thesis research. You'll develop comprehensive expertise in the broader subject area while gaining proficiency in relevant ancient and modern languages, along with specialized and transferable skills. Our research spans Greek and Roman history, Classical literature and its reception, as well as ancient philosophy.
We maintain strong collaborative relationships with scholars across diverse fields such as Medieval and Modern History, Archaeology, Art History, English and American Studies, Linguistics, Religious Studies, the John Rylands University Library, and the Manchester Museum.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 7.0
Qualification Requirements
Students require 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. Students whose first language is not English require one of the following: an overall IELTS score of 7.0 with 7.0 in the writing component, or a TOEFL score of 600 paper-based test or 100 internet-based test, or a Pearson Test of English (PTE) score of 70 overall with 70 in the writing component, or an overall Trinity Integrated Skills in English (ISE) III grade of Merit with Merit in the writing component.
Tuition
GBP
21,000