Key information
Duration
- Full-time: 36 months
- Part-time: 72 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- Starting September 2027
- Apply before Jan 2027
Language
English
TOEFL iBT: 100
Delivered
On Campus
Campus Location
Manchester, United Kingdom
Disciplines
Ancient History
Overview
Egyptology at The University of Manchester has a long history dating back to the late 19th century, and we have a broad range of world-class resources which you can use as part of your research programme.
Aims
We aim to:
- further your development as a scholar, and help you achieve your academic career ambitions as part of a vibrant, wide-ranging and vibrant research community;
- provide a supportive and inclusive environment for all students;
- encourage you to publish relevant research and participate in conferences and workshops as part of your academic development;
- encourage you to undertake undergraduate teaching where appropriate, with guidance and support throughout.
Programme Structure
Egyptological research at Manchester is characterised by several themes:
- the role of women in ancient Egypt;
- new Kingdom and Late Period material culture;
- ancient Egyptian ceramics and ceramic analysis;
- Amarna Period royal ideology;
- the reception of ancient Egypt from the Medieval Period to modern times.
Admission requirements
Academic requirements
GPA: Upper Second Class
English requirements
TOEFL iBT: 100
General requirements
- A Bachelors (Honours) degree at 2:1 level or above (or its international equivalent) in a related subject; and
- A UK Master's degree with an overall average of 65% or higher, with a minimum of 65% in the dissertation and with no mark below 55% (or its international equivalent) in a related subject.
- Any strong relevant professional experience will be considered on a case by case basis.
Fees and funding
Tuition Fees
International: 42,306 AUD / year (≈ 22,500 GBP / year)
Living costs
Manchester, United Kingdom: 1,213-2,251 AUD / month. The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Scholarships
- Fulbright U.S. Student Program — Grant: Various benefits, Deadline: 2026-10-07
- ServiceScape Scholarship — Grant: 1000 USD, Deadline: 2026-11-30
- ACES Scholarships — Grant: 3500 USD, Deadline: 2026-11-15
- Erasmus+ - Grants for study mobility — Grant: Various benefits, Deadline: Not specified (Merit-based)
- Scholarships for PhD Students — Grant: 19000 GBP, Deadline: Not specified (Merit-based)
- Boustany Astronomy PhD Scholarship — Grant: Various benefits, Deadline: 2027-02-28 (Merit-based)
- Amberscholar Scholarship — Grant: 6000 USD, Deadline: 2027-01-31 (Merit-based)
- $1,500 Annual Video Contest Scholarship — Grant: 1000 USD, Deadline: 2026-10-31 (Merit-based)
- Voice Talent Online Scholarship — Grant: 1000 USD, Deadline: 2027-03-01
- Dream Chaser Scholarship — Grant: 1000 USD, Deadline: 2027-01-13 (Merit-based)
- Scholarship for students with disabilities — Grant: 3000 USD, Deadline: 2026-12-31 (Need-based)
- Commonwealth Shared Scholarship – University Bids — Grant: 22500 GBP, Deadline: Not specified
- Grants of the Leopold Figl Foundation for students with residence in Lower Austria — Grant: Various benefits, Deadline: 2026-12-31 (Need-based)
- The Annual IELTS from 6 to 9 Scholarship — Grant: 1500 USD, Deadline: Not specified
- Tobacco Harm Reduction Scholarship Programme — Grant: 12000 USD, Deadline: 2027-01-11