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PhD/DPhil - Doctor of Philosophy
Main Campus
Part Time
Jan 2027
6 Year
Make an original, positive and lasting contribution to Celtic studies and Scottish studies. A PhD is an opportunity to expand upon your interests and expertise as part of an active research community at the forefront of policy development and cultural innovation. Join us at the heart of Scotland’s capital and festival city.Over the course of your PhD, you will complete an original body of work under the expert guidance of at least two supervisors. Your thesis will be around 80,000 words. Our programme includes access to skills training, including research methodologies specific to Celtic studies and Scottish studies. Our research collections, resources and facilities are outstanding.Our students come from a range of disciplinary and personal backgrounds, so your undergraduate or masters degree does not need to have been in Celtic and Scottish studies to apply. We are very happy to discuss your proposed topic with you prior to application.
