Embark on a PhD in History at the University of Exeter, a programme designed for aspiring scholars passionate about uncovering and interpreting the past. You will engage with a vibrant academic community, benefiting from the expertise of leading historians whose research spans from the early medieval period to contemporary global, maritime, and medical histories. This doctoral journey offers a unique opportunity to contribute original research, drawing on diverse methodologies and interdisciplinary collaborations across our renowned research centres, including the Institute of Cornish Studies and the Centre for Imperial and Global History.
This full-time, on-campus PhD is structured over four years, providing you with dedicated time for in-depth research and scholarly development. You will work closely with your supervisory team, leveraging the distinct specialisms of our Penryn and Streatham campuses, which offer particular strengths in public history, environmental history, and early modern socio-economic history, among others. Your doctoral research will culminate in a significant contribution to historical knowledge, preparing you for academic careers, research positions, or roles in heritage and public policy where advanced historical analysis is highly valued.