About this course
Royal Holloway, University of London offers PhD Classics as a 4-year doctoral Ph.D. programme in Studies in Human Society. Based in Egham, the programme is delivered by the university's specialist faculty and welcomes international applicants from across Africa and beyond.
Tuition is £5,006 per year. English-language entry requires IELTS 6.5 overall or TOEFL iBT 88. Intakes run across 2 windows (Autumn (September), 2027 and Autumn 1 (September), 2026).
Scholarships are available to international applicants. The programme includes an industry internship element.
BDM Consult's advisors can guide you through entry requirements, scholarship eligibility, and visa support — from initial application to offer letter.
Entry requirements
Prospective PhD students are usually expected to have a good ‘Merit’ or ‘Distinction’ MA Degree from a classics department in an acknowledged institute of higher education, however, the merit of applications is assessed individually on a case by case basis.
Scholarships
Scholarships are available for this course. Speak to a BDM advisor for the latest funding and eligibility details.
Intake dates
- ▸Autumn (September), 2027
- ▸Autumn 1 (September), 2026
Application deadlines differ per intake. Speak to BDM for the latest cut-off dates.
