About the PhD Position
Newcastle University invites applications for a Fully Funded PhD in History and Heritage within the School of History, Classics & Archaeology in Newcastle upon Tyne, UK. This doctoral research project focuses on integrating ecological and historical datasets at the Ulster Folk Museum to support sustainable heritage planning, cultural preservation, digital heritage mapping, and environmental sustainability research.
In addition, the project contributes to ongoing scholarship in Heritage Studies and environmental history through interdisciplinary research, public history, landscape studies, museum research, and cultural resource management. It will be supervised by Prof Annie Tindley and Dr Damian McFerran in collaboration with National Museums NI, ensuring strong academic and applied research engagement.
The PhD is funded for four years and offers an annual stipend of £21,805 under the AHRC Collaborative Doctoral Partnership scheme. The research will involve archival investigation, ecological data analysis, qualitative research methods, historical interpretation, heritage conservation strategies, and field-based museum studies within a real-world research environment.
The programme also provides structured doctoral training, access to specialised research facilities, and opportunities for international collaboration, academic publishing, and professional development. Therefore, this opportunity suits candidates with backgrounds in history, heritage, archaeology, ecology, or cultural studies who aim to pursue academic, research, policy, or postdoctoral careers in Heritage Studies.
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Program Overview
- Position: Fully Funded PhD / Doctoral Researcher in Heritage, History and Sustainability
- Position type: PhD Studentship
- Institution: Newcastle University, UK
- Department: School of History, Classics & Archaeology
- Research Group: In collaboration with National Museums NI
- Supervisor: Prof Annie Tindley; Dr Damian McFerran
- Location: Newcastle upon Tyne
- Country: United Kingdom
- Duration: 4 years full-time (up to 8 years part-time)
- Start Date: October 2026
- Funding: £21,805 annual stipend under AHRC CDP
- Employment Type: Full-time
- Number of Positions: 1
- Required Degree / Diploma: Master’s degree in a relevant field
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Research Focus
- Integration of ecological and historical datasets
- Heritage sustainability and environmental history
- Ulster Folk Museum site analysis
- Interdisciplinary research in Heritage Studies
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Eligibility Criteria
This studentship is open to both home and international applicants. To be classed as a home student, candidates must meet the following criteria:
- Be a UK or Irish National (meeting residency requirements), or
- Have settled or pre-settled status, or have indefinite leave to remain or enter.
- A successful international student may be required to pay the difference between what the AHRC provide to the university for tuition and the charge made by the university for tuition fees for international students.
- A minimum of a 2:1 honours degree and a Master’s degree at Merit level, or international equivalent, in a related subject (History, Heritage, Ecology); or equivalent professional experience. We will give specific consideration to any independent research you do as part of your studies and/or appropriate professional experience.
- For non-native English speakers, an International English Language Testing System minimum of 6.5 overall, with at least 5.5 in each of the four sub-skills (reading, writing, listening, and speaking).
- All applicants must meet UKRI terms and conditions for funding. See: https://www.ukri.org/funding/information-for-award-holders/grant-terms-and-conditions/
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Key Responsibilities
- Conduct independent doctoral research
- Analyse historical and ecological data
- Contribute to museum-based research outputs
- Collaborate with academic and museum partners
Application Process
- You must apply through the University’s Apply to Newcastle Portal
- Once registered, select ‘Create a Postgraduate Application’.
- Use ‘Course Search’ to identify your programme of study:
- Select ‘Postgraduate Research’ in the Type of Study field
- Search for the ‘Course Title’ using the programme code: 8210F
- Select History in the ‘Research Area’ field
- Select ‘PhD School of History, Classics and Archaeology (full time) – History’ as the programme of study
You will then need to provide the following information/documents in the ‘Further Details’ section:
Required Documents:
- Research proposal (750 words)
- Statement of purpose (750 words)
- Academic/professional CV
- Two references
- Studentship reference: HCA015
Important Dates
- Application open: Ongoing
- Application Deadline: 20 April 2026 (5 PM)
- Interviews: 11 May 2026 (online)
- Expected Start Date: October 2026
Where to Apply
- University Website: Newcastle University
- Department Information: School of History, Classics & Archaeology
- Official Job Announcement: PhD Studentship – History, Heritage and Sustainability
- Application Portal: Newcastle University Apply System
📧 Contact for Queries
Email: Annie.Tindley@newcastle.ac.uk
This studentship offers an excellent opportunity for international scholars seeking fully funded research support, interdisciplinary collaboration, and advanced academic training at Newcastle University in the United Kingdom.
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