Study Classics and Ancient History PhD at University of Birmingham in the UK, Department of Classics, Ancient History and Archaeology
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Classics and Ancient History PhD

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What will I learn?

Course overview In this course you take your research further in the field of Classics and Ancient History. Our expertise covers a huge range of areas, with a focus on Egyptian, Roman and Greek societies across all the periods of classical antiquity. Course highlights Our research expertise spans a wide range of topics. These include Classics and Ancient History in the contexts of literature, heritage, religion and archaeology, and how the modern world sees ancient societies. You’ll have access to a dedicated supervisor with expertise in your chosen research topic, and can undertake language training in Greek, Latin or Ancient Egyptian. Be part of a community with its own forum and journal, Rosetta, and make use of opportunities to present your research. Benefit from excellent resources - the library has an extensive collection of physical and digital items to support your studies. Conduct your PhD research from anywhere in the world through our online distance learning option.

Which department am I in?

Department of Classics, Ancient History and Archaeology

Study options

Full Time (3 Years)

Tuition fees
£23,390.00 (US$ 30,207) per year
This is a fixed fee

*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please check with institution

Start date

December 2026

Venue

Online

Edgbaston, Birmingham,

Birmingham,

West Midlands,

B15 2TT, Central England, United Kingdom

Full Time (3 Years)

Tuition fees
£23,390.00 (US$ 30,207) per year
This is a fixed fee

*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please check with institution

Start date

January 2027

Venue

University of Birmingham

Edgbaston Birmingham,

Birmingham,

West Midlands,

B15 2TT, Central England, United Kingdom

Entry requirements

For international students

If youre applying for a PhD , youll also need to hold a Masters qualification at Merit level or above (or its international equivalent), usually in a relevant area. Any academic and professional qualifications or relevant professional experience are normally taken into account, and in some cases, form an integral part of the entrance requirements. If youre applying for distance learning research programmes, youll also need to show that you have the time, commitment, facilities and experience to study by distance learning.

*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.

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