PhD History in Reading United Kingdom | University of Reading

Collaborate with globally renowned scholars while making meaningful contributions to expanding our understanding of the world. Engage in pioneering research that influences and redefines your chosen historical field. Our energetic, innovative research community provides adaptable study options and is celebrated for generating exceptional discoveries that revolutionize historical studies.Our faculty members are actively involved in research, with their current investigations directly shaping our PhD curriculum. Key research focuses within the Department encompass political movements, cultural evolution, gender studies, transnational histories, and the development of ideologies. Some recent notable projects examine weather forecasting in the Middle Ages, 20th-century British youth movements, and the financial catalysts of the French Revolution.We provide customizable study formats to accommodate your circumstances. Pursue your PhD full-time over three years or part-time across four to six years, with options for both on-campus learning in Reading or remote study.Our doctoral graduates frequently pursue academic careers as postdoctoral fellows, while others excel in diverse fields such as education, publishing, and beyond.