Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 12 months
- Part-time
- 24 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- Starting January 2027
- Apply before Dec 2026, National (estimated deadline). The deadline applies if you have the same nationality as the university.
- Apply before Aug 2027, National (estimated deadline). The deadline applies if you have the same nationality as the university.
- Apply before Jul 2027, International (estimated deadline). The deadline is applicable to students from outside the European Economic Area who want to study within the EEA, or to students who want to study outside the EEA but are not nationals of that country.
Language
English
- TOEFL iBT: 88
- PTE Academic: 67
- IELTS: 6.5
Delivered
On Campus, Online
Campus Location
Bristol, United Kingdom
Disciplines
Italian studies
Overview
We promote a vigorous research culture in a cooperative and positive atmosphere, which enables postgraduate research projects and the research of staff to thrive.
Career prospects
Many graduates from this Italian programme at University of Bristol develop careers in higher education or work on high-level research projects in fields relating to their studies. Others take their in-depth understanding of historical, literary and visual cultures into a host of other professions, such as translation, journalism, publishing and the cultural industries.
The advanced critical and professional skills developed at postgraduate level, alongside skills in research and communicating research, also prepare our graduates for a diverse range of careers, from the civil service and law to commerce and the media.
Programme structure
- To obtain additional information about the program, we kindly suggest that you visit the programme website, where you can find further details and relevant resources.
Admission requirements
Academic requirements
We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
English requirements
- TOEFL iBT: 88
- PTE Academic: 67
- IELTS: 6.5
Other requirements
General requirements
A master's qualification, or be working towards a master's qualification, or international equivalent. Applicants without a master's qualification may be considered on an exceptional basis, provided they hold a first-class undergraduate degree (or international equivalent). Applicants with a non-traditional background may be considered provided they can demonstrate substantial equivalent and relevant experience that has prepared them to undertake their proposed course of study.
Fees and funding
Tuition fees
- International: 41,348 AUD / year (≈ 21,900 GBP / year)
- Domestic: 9,640 AUD / year (≈ 5,106 GBP / year)
- Home: part-time £2,553 per year
Living costs
Bristol, United Kingdom: 1,416–2,379 AUD / month
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Scholarships
Below you will find PhD's scholarship opportunities for Italian.
Available scholarships include: British Council scholarships for Women; Anne and Peggy Sleigh Bursaries; GREAT Scholarships; Sanctuary Scholarship; Commonwealth Shared Scholarships; Alumni discount; Bristol PhD Scholarships for Applicants of Black and mixed Black Heritage; Alumni Foundation Music Bursaries; Bristol Postgraduate Research Scholarships; St Mary Redcliffe Choral Section Leaders; The Bob Savage Memorial Fund; Chevening Scholarships; Graduation gown discount; Think Big Scholarships for international students; St Pauls Church Organ Scholarship; Vice-Chancellor's Scholarship; Fulbright U.S. Student Program; ServiceScape Scholarship; ACES Scholarships; Erasmus+ - Grants for study mobility; Scholarships for PhD Students; Boustany Astronomy PhD Scholarship; Amberscholar Scholarship; $1,500 Annual Video Contest Scholarship; Voice Talent Online Scholarship; Dream Chaser Scholarship; Scholarship for students with disabilities; Commonwealth Shared Scholarship – University Bids; The Annual IELTS from 6 to 9 Scholarship; Tobacco Harm Reduction Scholarship Programme.
