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PhD History

University of York, York

Overview

A research degree in history offering supervision across a broad range of historical expertise, with a full time duration of three years on the fee line.

Entry requirements

Academic
You should have, or be about to complete, an MA in History or an equivalent subject with a distinction or very high merit.
English language
IELTS 7.0 overall, with no less than 6.5 in each component (History, research degrees 2027/28). PTE Academic 67 and TOEFL 96 also listed.

Working after you graduate

Bachelor's and master's graduates on a Student visa may apply in the UK for the Graduate visa: two years if applying by 31 December 2026, or 18 months if applying on or after 1 January 2027.

Checked on 10 October 2026. Official source.