Overview

Research

Our approach to research involves rigour in methodology (including a strong emphasis on the study of Greek and Latin), underpinning innovative explorations of new frontiers in the discipline, which aim to challenge entrenched and parochial views of the subject.

We aim, in short, to produce credible and innovative research which has far-reaching effects on the subject and society as a whole. This Classics and Ancient History PhD is offered at Durham University.

Programme Structure

Research centres include:

The Centre for the Study of the Ancient Mediterranean and the Near East (CAMNE) places ancient Greece and Rome within the study of the wider synchronic and diachronic cross-cultural contexts in which they flourished, and addresses the issue of cross-cultural encounters;
The Durham Centre for Classical Reception (DCCR) fosters the study of the reception of classical culture within and beyond antiquity;
The Durham Centre for Ancient and Medieval Philosophy (DCAMP) aims to use existing, wide-ranging interests in the study of ancient philosophy at Durham as the basis for growing institutional strength in medieval thought;
The Centre for Language and Writing Systems (CLAWS) is an interdisciplinary centre that fosters research on Indo-European linguistics, languages and culture, alongside prehistoric and historical non-alphabetic scripts ranging from the Indian peninsula to the Near East as well as Western Europe.

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 36 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-10-01 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-08-29 00:00:00 , National
- Apply before 2026-07-29 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2027-01-01 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-12-01 00:00:00 , National
- Apply before 2026-11-01 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

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102

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Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Durham, United Kingdom

Disciplines

Ancient History General Studies View 18 other PhDs in General Studies in United Kingdom

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Academic requirements

GPA

Upper Second Class

English requirements

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102

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Other requirements

General requirements

A II.1 or equivalent in your first degree
For PhD applicants, a Masters level degree in a relevant subject
Evidence of proficiency in English
Two academic references from people familiar with your work
A clear and credible research proposal of around 750 words. You are strongly encouraged to discuss your research proposal with your prospective supervisor(s) before submitting your application.

Application Materials:

Transcript(s) of your qualifications
Your 750-word research proposal
A personal statement, outlining your reasons for wanting to pursue postgraduate research at Durham
A brief curriculum vitae, outlining academic and any other relevant experience

Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

25500 GBP / year

≈ 25500 GBP / year
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Citizens or residents

5006 GBP / year

≈ 5006 GBP / year

Living costs

Durham

United Kingdom

660 - 1140 GBP / month

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