Overview

The primary purpose of the Military History PhD degree at University of Buckingham is the preparation and presentation of a substantial piece of independent and original academic research, completed in three years if studying full-time and usually six years if studying part-time. There is also the possibility of early submission in cases where the student makes particularly rapid progress.

Features

There is an enormously broad range of possible thesis subjects in Military History, ranging from the study of particular engagements, commanders, or regiments, to the social, cultural, and political implications of war.

Given sufficient evidence to illuminate it, almost any aspect of the history of war and military conflict may potentially form an appropriate focus of study.

Programme Structure

Curriculum:

Every PhD student in School of Humanities is supported by two supervisors.

Supervisors are experts in their field of study and support students throughout the PhD.

Students will also benefit from the advice and support of other academic members of the Faculty who will be involved in progression through the various stages of the PhD, including Annual Review meetings with a senior professor (where progress is monitored and support offered towards the planning of the next period of study).

Each student is allocated two supervisors.

There is a First (or Principal) Supervisor, who is the student’s regular guide during his or her research, and with whom the student meets regularly throughout the year.

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 36 months
Part-time
- 72 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-14 00:00:00

Application deadline not specified.
Starting 2027-01-25 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-11-24 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2026-12-22 00:00:00 , National

Language

English

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Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Buckingham, United Kingdom

Disciplines

Military Science View 5 other PhDs in Military Science in United Kingdom

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Academic requirements

GPA

Upper Second Class

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Applicants are normally expected to have a first or upper second-class degree or significant relevant experience.

However, age is usually an irrelevancy. Wherever possible, students are encouraged to begin their studies at the start of the academic year (in September), in order to be in step with their peers. Where this is not possible, however, entry points exist at the start of each academic term.

Age is no barrier to learning and we welcome all applications from all suitably qualified students. The University is committed to lifelong learning, and students joining the PhD programme will encounter a wide variety of age-ranges among their peers.

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

14500 GBP / year

≈ 14500 GBP / year
Domestic Applies to you

Applies to you

Citizens or residents

8267 GBP / year

≈ 8267 GBP / year

Living costs

Buckingham

United Kingdom

660 - 1140 GBP / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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Scholarships Information

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