History - Research

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.

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