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This course is available through the following application route(s)
A UCD PhD is a structured four year research degree (six years part-time), undertaken within a clearly structured programme including training, taught modules, a Research and Professional Development Plan and opportunities to develop teaching skills. All students are assigned a primary supervisor and a variety of academic supports, including what is called a Doctoral Studies Panel (DSP). The panel draws together expertise from a number of colleagues, and offers excellent support in particular for cross-disciplinary projects. Students are supported in their programme of independent research which will normally culminate in the production of research worthy of peer-reviewed publications. UCD School of History staff are experienced in supervision of PhD students and have wide ranging expertise. Many of our doctoral students have been successful in securing postdoctoral funding and academic posts.
The PhD enables students to achieve the best possible experience of graduate research and training. Making a substantial and original contribution to knowledge, normally leading to peer-reviewed publications, remains the core objective of doctoral studies. The PhD includes several innovative measures designed to support you in achieving your academic and professional objectives.
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Below is a list of all modules offered for this degree in the current academic year. Click on the module to discover what you will learn in the module, how you will learn and assessment feedback profile amongst other information.
Incoming Stage 1 undergraduates can usually select an Elective in the Spring Trimester. Most continuing undergraduate students can select up to two Elective modules (10 Credits) per stage. There is also the possibility to take up to 10 extra Elective credits.
Trimester | Credits | |||
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Stage 2 Options - A) Min 0 of: Option Modules |
HUM50010 | Tutor Training for Arts | 10 |
The School will normally consider applicants with at least a 2:1 in their undergraduate BA and a 2:1 in an appropriate Masters-level programme. Once considered by the School, all applications are forwarded to the Graduate School Board who alone have the authority to admit research students.
Applicants whose first language is not English must meet UCD's English language requirements.
You must include the following in your application:
Two academic references
Transcript
Personal statement
CV
Example of academic writing
Full Time option suitable for:
Domestic(EEA) applicants: Yes
International (Non EEA) applicants currently residing outside of the EEA Region. No
Applicants should have a strong sense of the project, and its viability, they wish to pursue and are strongly encouraged to liaise with an appropriate member of the School’s staff in advance of submitting any proposal. A full list of staff and their research interests can be found at http://www.ucd.ie/history/about/staff_contacts_pictures/
General application route(s) for Irish/UK/EU applicants* for International (non-EU) applicants* to History:
ROWCLASS | Apply to | Application Type | ||
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showAudience-audienceEU | Z125 History PhD Doctor of Philosophy |
Commencing 2024/2025 September | Graduate Research | Apply |
showAudience-audienceEU | Z126 History PhD Doctor of Philosophy |
Commencing 2024/2025 September | Graduate Research | Apply |
showAudience-audienceEU | Z125 History Doctor of Philosophy |
Commencing 2024/2025 January | Graduate Research | Opens 01 Oct 2024 |
showAudience-audienceEU | Z126 History Doctor of Philosophy |
Commencing 2024/2025 January | Graduate Research | Opens 01 Oct 2024 |