The School of Archaeology and Ancient History is pleased to offer three bursaries for October 2012 entry to its Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) programme. The bursaries are worth up to £2,000 a year and will be paid as a reduction in the course fee. The bursaries are open to UK/EU and international (i.e., outside the EU) applicants.

Research Areas and Supervision

We welcome applications from those looking to work in areas compatible with the research interests of our staff, which cover:

• Ancient History
• Bioarchaeology
• Greek Archaeology
• Historical Archaeology
• Prehistoric Archaeology
• Roman Archaeology

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Entry Requirements

Applicants must meet the University's standard academic and English language entry requirements. It is expected that applicants will also hold - or expect to hold by October 2012 - a Masters degree in archaeology, ancient history, or a related discipline.

The bursaries are open to suitable UK/EU and international (i.e., outside the EU) applicants. The bursaries are for campus based study only and applicants must be able to commence their studies in October 2012.

Informal Enquiries

Informal enquiries are welcomed - please contact:

• Rachel Godfrey, Postgraduate Administrator 
• rem17@le.ac.uk
• Tel. +44 (0)116 252 2611

Apply Now

To apply, simply follow our five-point checklist:

1. Have a good idea of what you want to research and identify one or two members of staff whose research interests are compatible with the area you want to work in
2. Submit our pre-application form
3. Draft a research proposal that tells us what you want to research, how you intend to do it, and why it is worth doing
4. Prepare your supporting documents
5. Submit your online application or apply by post

The closing date for receipt of applications is 31 March 2012.

IMPORTANT - In the Fees and Financial Support section of the application, you must state that you wish to be considered for a "October 2012 PhD Bursary in Archaeology and Ancient History"

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