Country House Studies PhD

Overview

Features

Students at University of Buckingham are registered initially for the Country House Studies degree of PhD (Doctor of Philosophy), although their status is probationary until the first Annual Review has taken place, normally between 12 and 18 months from first registration.

Programme Structure

Curriculum:

• PhD students undertake supervised but independent research, at the end of which they submit a thesis embodying the results of that research.
• This thesis must demonstrate familiarity with, and an understanding of the subject, its principal sources and authorities.
• It should display critical discrimination and a sense of proportion in evaluating evidence and the judgements of others.
• A PhD thesis must embody an original contribution to the knowledge of the discipline either by the discovery of new knowledge or by the exercise of a new and independent critical approach.
• Candidates spend a considerable part of their studies undertaking supervised research, at the end of which they submit a thesis embodying the results of that research.

Admission Requirements

Academic Requirements

GPA: Upper Second Class

English Requirements

TOEFL iBT: 79

Other Requirements

General Requirements

• Applicants are normally expected to have a first or second class, upper division degree or significant experience. A Master’s degree is preferred.
• Age is no barrier to learning and we welcome all applications from suitably qualified students.

Fees and Funding

Tuition Fees

• International: 27,444 AUD / year (≈ 14,500 GBP / year)
• Domestic: 15,647 AUD / year (≈ 8,267 GBP / year)

Living Costs

Buckingham, United Kingdom: 1,249–2,158 AUD / month. Living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Scholarships

The Desborough Bursary — provided by University of Buckingham; grant: 5000 GBP; deadline not specified.