Course summary
Our outstanding research output – along with our expertise in social, cultural, economic, transnational, environmental and digital history – makes Sussex an excellent choice for pursuing a PhD in History. Our faculty research, teach and write about history in Britain, Europe and across the globe. This means you’ll be supervised by leading practitioners in your field. We welcome research proposals in all aspects of:
- early modern and modern European history
- British history since 1500
- American history
- digital history
- global history
- the history of science and the environment
- the history of North Africa, the Middle East and Asia.
Modules
Where it is thought advisable, 1st-year research students may be required to participate in the historical skills and methods module, or the Historiography and Intellectual History module during the autumn term. Recent thesis titles include: Neighbourhood, family and home: the working-class experience in mid-20th century Britain; the American prosecution’s use of film at the Nuremberg International Military Tribunal; the political thought of the Cordeliers Club.
Assessment method
Research project
Entry requirements
You’re normally expected to have a Masters degree and an upper second-class (2.1) undergraduate honours degree. Your qualification should be in history or a related subject area. You may also be considered for the degree if you have other professional qualifications or experience of equivalent standing.
Fees and funding
Tuition fees
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Sponsorship information
Our goal is to ensure that every student who wants to study with us is able to regardless of financial barriers, so that we continue to attract talented and unique people. Details of our scholarships are not yet set for entry in the academic year 2024/25.
Provider information
University of Sussex
Sussex House
Brighton
BN1 9RH