| Program start date | Application deadline |
| 2024-01-01 | - |
| 2024-09-01 | - |
Program Overview
The PhD in History at the University of York offers students the opportunity to conduct independent research in their chosen historical field. The program combines creative thinking and research experience under the guidance of supportive professors. Students will develop expertise in historical research, conduct an individual research project, and strengthen their analytical and critical thinking skills. The program provides training in various research methodologies and offers access to research groups covering diverse historical specializations.
Program Outline
PhD in History - University of York
Program Overview
This program focuses on providing students with the opportunity to conduct independent research in their desired historical field while developing key skills for academic or industry careers. It combines creative thinking and research experience under the guidance of supportive professors.
Objectives:
- Develop expertise in historical research
- Conduct an individual, in-depth research project
- Strengthen analytical and critical thinking skills
Description:
- Requires completion of a dissertation with a maximum word count of 90,000
- Provides training to equip students with various research methodologies
- Offers access to research groups covering diverse historical specializations
Program Outline
#Content & Structure
- Consists of individual research with supervision and thesis preparation
- Training covers a diverse range of research methodologies including:
- Archival research
- Data analysis
Teaching
Teaching methods:
Students receive individualized supervision with regular meetings. They also participate in Thesis Advisory Panels with additional staff members for further research discussions and development.
Faculty:
Information about professors and their expertise wasn't found in the provided context.
Unique approaches:
- Collaboration with various historical institutes like The Borthwick Institute for Archives and York Minster Library
- International opportunities such as the desk exchange program with Lund University in Sweden
Careers & Outcome
Opportunities:
- Historian
- Museum worker
- Archivist
- Heritage professional
- Academic researchers
- Lecturer/instructor
Skills gained:
- Communication
- Data analysis
- Archival research
- Teamwork
Other
- Students have access to resources like:
- Borthwick Institute for Archives
- York Minster Library
- Partnerships with museums, heritage and community organizations, media outlets, and artists
