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University of Bristol: Medieval Studies
| Institution | University of Bristol View institution profile |
|---|---|
| Department | School of Humanities |
| Web | https://www.bristol.ac.uk/study/postgraduate |
| artf-pgadmissions@bristol.ac.uk | |
| Telephone | +44 (0) 117 428 2297 |
| Study type | Research |
Summary
Bristol's importance as medieval England's second city and a major maritime port for trade and exploration makes it an excellent setting for interdisciplinary intellectual exchange. The renowned Centre for Medieval Studies in the Faculty of Arts, Law and Social Sciences has internationally recognised expertise in a wide range of subject areas.
Research towards MPhil and PhD is supported in the following subject areas: archaeology, drama, Old English and Middle English, Scots, Welsh, French, Italian, medieval Latin, history, history of art, music, legal history, religion and theology. Applications from prospective postgraduate students wishing to undertake interdisciplinary research are particularly welcome.
Possible start dates are September 2026 and January 2027. Please see the programme page on our website for more information.
Doctor of Philosophy - PhD
| Level | RQF Level 8 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | An upper second-class degree (or international equivalent). Please note, acceptance will also depend on evidence of your readiness to pursue a research degree. See international equivalent qualifications on the International Office website: https://www.bristol.ac.uk/international/countries/ |
| Location | Clifton Campus Beacon House Bristol BS8 1QU |
Fees
| England | 5106 GBP for Year 1 |
|---|---|
| Northern Ireland | 5106 GBP for Year 1 |
| Scotland | 5106 GBP for Year 1 |
| Wales | 5106 GBP for Year 1 |
| Channel Islands | 5106 GBP for Year 1 |
| EU | 21900 GBP for Year 1 |
| International | 21900 GBP for Year 1 |
| Level | RQF Level 8 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | An upper second-class degree (or international equivalent). Please note, acceptance will also depend on evidence of your readiness to pursue a research degree. See international equivalent qualifications on the International Office website: https://www.bristol.ac.uk/international/countries/ |
| Location | Clifton Campus Beacon House Bristol BS8 1QU |
Fees
| England | 2553 GBP for Year 1 |
|---|---|
| Northern Ireland | 2553 GBP for Year 1 |
| Scotland | 2553 GBP for Year 1 |
| Wales | 2553 GBP for Year 1 |
| Channel Islands | 2553 GBP for Year 1 |
| Level | RQF Level 8 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | An upper second-class degree (or international equivalent). Please note, acceptance will also depend on evidence of your readiness to pursue a research degree. See international equivalent qualifications on the International Office website: https://www.bristol.ac.uk/international/countries/ |
| Location | Clifton Campus Beacon House Bristol BS8 1QU |
Fees
| England | 5106 GBP for Year 1 |
|---|---|
| Northern Ireland | 5106 GBP for Year 1 |
| Scotland | 5106 GBP for Year 1 |
| Wales | 5106 GBP for Year 1 |
| Channel Islands | 5106 GBP for Year 1 |
| EU | 21900 GBP for Year 1 |
| International | 21900 GBP for Year 1 |
| Level | RQF Level 8 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | An upper second-class degree (or international equivalent). Please note, acceptance will also depend on evidence of your readiness to pursue a research degree. See international equivalent qualifications on the International Office website: https://www.bristol.ac.uk/international/countries/ |
| Location | Clifton Campus Beacon House Bristol BS8 1QU |
Fees
| England | 2553 GBP for Year 1 |
|---|---|
| Northern Ireland | 2553 GBP for Year 1 |
| Scotland | 2553 GBP for Year 1 |
| Wales | 2553 GBP for Year 1 |
| Channel Islands | 2553 GBP for Year 1 |
Master of Philosophy - MPhil
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | An upper second-class degree (or international equivalent). Please note, acceptance will also depend on evidence of your readiness to pursue a research degree. See international equivalent qualifications on the International Office website: https://www.bristol.ac.uk/international/countries/ |
| Location | Clifton Campus Beacon House Bristol BS8 1QU |
Fees
| England | 5106 GBP for Year 1 |
|---|---|
| Northern Ireland | 5106 GBP for Year 1 |
| Scotland | 5106 GBP for Year 1 |
| Wales | 5106 GBP for Year 1 |
| Channel Islands | 5106 GBP for Year 1 |
| EU | 21900 GBP for Year 1 |
| International | 21900 GBP for Year 1 |
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | An upper second-class degree (or international equivalent). Please note, acceptance will also depend on evidence of your readiness to pursue a research degree. See international equivalent qualifications on the International Office website: https://www.bristol.ac.uk/international/countries/ |
| Location | Clifton Campus Beacon House Bristol BS8 1QU |
Fees
| England | 2553 GBP for Year 1 |
|---|---|
| Northern Ireland | 2553 GBP for Year 1 |
| Scotland | 2553 GBP for Year 1 |
| Wales | 2553 GBP for Year 1 |
| Channel Islands | 2553 GBP for Year 1 |
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | An upper second-class degree (or international equivalent). Please note, acceptance will also depend on evidence of your readiness to pursue a research degree. See international equivalent qualifications on the International Office website: https://www.bristol.ac.uk/international/countries/ |
| Location | Clifton Campus Beacon House Bristol BS8 1QU |
Fees
| England | 5106 GBP for Year 1 |
|---|---|
| Northern Ireland | 5106 GBP for Year 1 |
| Scotland | 5106 GBP for Year 1 |
| Wales | 5106 GBP for Year 1 |
| Channel Islands | 5106 GBP for Year 1 |
| EU | 21900 GBP for Year 1 |
| International | 21900 GBP for Year 1 |
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | An upper second-class degree (or international equivalent). Please note, acceptance will also depend on evidence of your readiness to pursue a research degree. See international equivalent qualifications on the International Office website: https://www.bristol.ac.uk/international/countries/ |
| Location | Clifton Campus Beacon House Bristol BS8 1QU |
Fees
| England | 2553 GBP for Year 1 |
|---|---|
| Northern Ireland | 2553 GBP for Year 1 |
| Scotland | 2553 GBP for Year 1 |
| Wales | 2553 GBP for Year 1 |
| Channel Islands | 2553 GBP for Year 1 |
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