Course Summary
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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Career Sectors
This course prepares you for working in the Career Sectors below. Follow the links to get a fuller understanding of the sectors you are preparing for.
Entry Requirements
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
Application Details
May Start
September Start
Fees
History PhD (Z125) Full Time
EU fee per year - € 7130
nonEU fee per year - € 13730
History PhD (Z126) Part Time
EU fee per year - € 4710
nonEU fee per year - € 9200
***Fees are subject to change
The Student
Career Interests
This course is typically suited for people with the following Career Interests. If these interests do not describe you, this course may prepare you for work you may not find satisfying.
Linguistic
The Linguistic's interests are usually focused on ideas and information exchange. They tend to like reading a lot, and enjoy discussion about what has been said. Some will want to write about their own ideas and may follow a path towards journalism, story writing or editing. Others will develop skills in other languages, perhaps finding work as a translator or interpreter. Most Linguistic types will enjoy the opportunity to teach or instruct people in a topic they are interested in.
Career Progression
Duration
6 Years Part-Time