| Program start date | Application deadline |
| 2024-10-01 | - |
| 2025-10-01 | - |
Program Overview
This PhD program in History with a Genealogical Studies dimension, offered jointly with the Strathclyde Institute, allows students to explore family history topics in-depth. The program combines advanced research and analysis skills with professional communication and presentation abilities. Students can complete the program full-time (3 years) or part-time (5 years) and culminates in a thesis of 80,000 to 100,000 words based on original research.
Program Outline
Other:
- The program is a PhD in History with a Genealogical Studies dimension.
- The program is a joint PhD with the Strathclyde Institute of Genealogical Studies.
- The program can be completed full-time over 36 months or part-time over 60 months.
- The program culminates in a thesis built on original research of 80-100,000 words.
- The program is supervised by academic staff in History with co-supervision by staff in the Strathclyde Institute of Genealogical Studies.
- The program provides the opportunity to undertake a doctorate in History with a distinctive genealogical dimension.
- The program is open to students who have a research topic with a focus on family history.
- The program is designed to provide students with a range of academic skills such as advanced research methods and analysis, and professional skills in communication, presentation and organisation.
- The program is part of the Faculty of Humanities & Social Sciences and is a member of the Graduate School.
- The program provides students with access to dedicated study facilities, social events and training, development and funding opportunities.
| :---------- |:----------| Tuition fees will be notified in your offer letter. | |All fees are in £ sterling, unless otherwise stated, and may be subject to revision. | |Annual revision of fees| |Students on programmes of study of more than one year (or studying standalone modules) should be aware that tuition fees are revised annually and may increase in subsequent years of study. Annual increases will generally reflect UK inflation rates and increases to programme delivery costs.| |2024/25| |Scotland£4,786| |England, Wales & Northern Ireland£4,786| |International£18,050| |EU Engagement Scholarships are available to EU applicants who would have previously been eligible for Home (Scottish/EU) fee status.| |EU and International 50% Merit Scholarships available to self-funded, international fee-paying offer-holders (includes those classed as EU fee group). The scholarship entitles the recipient to a discount of 50% on tuition fees.|
Overview:
- Founded in 1796 as Anderson's Institution
- Received its Royal Charter in 1964, becoming the University of Strathclyde
- Consistently ranked among the top 10 universities in the UK for engineering and technology
- Home to the Advanced Forming Research Centre (AFRC), a world-leading research center in metal forming
- Notable alumni include Sir James Black (Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine), Sir David Murray (former CEO of Rangers Football Club), and Dame Jocelyn Bell Burnell (astrophysicist)
Student Life:
- Over 23,000 students from over 100 countries
- 150+ student clubs and societies, including sports teams, cultural groups, and academic societies
- Student support services include counseling, health, and disability support
- Campus facilities include a sports center, library, and student union
Academics:
- Offers a wide range of undergraduate and postgraduate programs in engineering, science, business, law, and social sciences
- Faculty includes world-renowned experts in their fields
- Teaching methodologies emphasize hands-on learning and industry engagement
- Academic support services include tutoring, writing centers, and language support
- Unique academic programs include the Strathclyde MBA, which is ranked among the top 100 MBAs in the world
Top Reasons to Study Here:
- Excellent reputation for teaching and research, particularly in engineering and technology
- Strong industry connections and opportunities for internships and placements
- Specialized facilities such as the AFRC and the Strathclyde Institute of Pharmacy and Biomedical Sciences
- Vibrant student life with a diverse and inclusive community
- Located in the heart of Glasgow, a vibrant and cosmopolitan city
Services:
- Counseling and mental health support
- Health center with a range of medical services
- Accommodation services with a variety of on-campus and off-campus options
- Library resources with over 1 million books and journals
- Technology support including IT services and free Wi-Fi
- Career development services with support for job searching, CV writing, and interview preparation
Entry Requirements:
Normally, a first-class or upper second-class UK Honours degree, or overseas equivalent, in history or a related subject. For PhD applications, we also normally require a Masters degree, or overseas equivalent, in history, genealogy/family history or a related subject. For those without a Masters degree or overseas equivalent, in genealogy/family history, we require evidence of extensive experience in genealogical research.
Language Proficiency Requirements:
For postgraduate studies, we require a minimum overall IELTS score of 6.5 or equivalent (no individual test score below 5.5, the test must be taken within two years of the programme start date)
