Key information
Duration
Start dates & application deadlines
- Starting September 2026 — Apply anytime.
- Starting October 2026 — Apply anytime.
- Starting January 2027 — Apply anytime.
- Starting May 2027 — Apply anytime.
- Starting August 2027 — Apply anytime.
Language
English
TOEFL iBT: 94
Delivered
On Campus
Campus Location
St Andrews, United Kingdom
Disciplines
History
Overview
About the programme
Work across multiple disciplines to understand this fascinating period, from late antiquity to the 15th century, and across the world from the Middle East and the Mediterranean to the British Isles and Scandinavia. This Medieval Studies programme is offered by the The St Andrews Institute of Mediaeval Studies at the University of St Andrews.
Programme Structure
At St Andrews, you can take on different theoretical approaches in the fields of:
- art history
- divinity
- history
- languages
- literature
- philosophy
Academic requirements
GPA: Upper Second Class
English requirements
TOEFL iBT: 94
Other requirements
General requirements
Admission to research study is normally on the basis of a good Masters degree which must be related to your area of research.
- CV or résumé. This should include your personal details with a history of your education and employment to date.
- A research proposal
- A sample of academic written work in English
- Two original signed academic references
- Academic transcripts and degree certificates. Please only send certified copies with official English translations if applicable. Do not send original documents as they cannot be returned.
- English language requirements certificate
Tuition Fees
Tuition fees are shown in AUD and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.
- International — Non-residents — 40,725 AUD / year (≈ 21,570 GBP / year)
- Domestic — Citizens or residents — 9,451 AUD / year (≈ 5,006 GBP / year)
Living costs
Saint Andrews, United Kingdom — 1,246–2,152 AUD / month. The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Scholarships Information
Below you will find PhD's scholarship opportunities for Medieval Studies.
Available Scholarships
- Gibson-Sykora Postgraduate Research Scholarship — Provided by university — Grant: Various benefits — Deadline: 21 Jan 2027
- School of English Handsel Tuition Fee Scholarship — Provided by university — Grant: Various benefits — Deadline: Not specified
- Ewan and Christine Brown Postgraduate Scholarship in the Arts and Humanities — Provided by university — Grant: 16500 GBP — Deadline: 21 Jan 2027
- Russell Trust Awards — Provided by university — Grant: 1500 GBP — Deadline: Not specified
- Recent Graduate Discount — Provided by university — Grant: Various benefits — Deadline: Anytime
