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PhD Studentship: Hong Kong History Centre Studentship

A fully funded PhD studentship for research into the history of Hong Kong pre-dating 1950.

Best for:Best for history graduates with a research interest in Hong Kong's pre-1950 history and a passion for public engagement.

University of Bristol · Bristol, United Kingdom · R1 · First-stage researcher
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Deadline
Nov 27, 2026
43 days
Funding
Stipend
£22.8k/yr
Start date
2027-09
Temporary
Location
Bristol
United Kingdom

Overview

The Hong Kong History Centre at the University of Bristol invites applications for a PhD studentship focused on any aspect of Hong Kong history prior to 1950, with a preference for pre-war or pre-1930 research. The successful candidate will conduct original research under the supervision of experts from the Hong Kong History Centre and the Department of History. Applicants are expected to demonstrate a strong commitment to the public engagement of historical research. The position is open to both full-time and part-time candidates, with options for on-campus or distance learning.

PhD StudentshipHong Kong History CentreHistory of Hong KongPostgraduate ResearchPublic Engagement

What you'll do

  • Conduct original PhD-level research on the history of Hong Kong pre-dating 1950.
  • Engage in regular supervision meetings with faculty members of the Hong Kong History Centre.
  • Participate in the academic life and research activities of the Department of History.
  • Develop and implement public engagement initiatives related to historical research.
  • Produce a high-quality doctoral thesis within the designated timeframe.

Requirements

Degree required: Master's degree in History or a closely related discipline.

Degree offered: PhD

Language: English proficiency suitable for doctoral-level research.

Instruction: English

Required skills
  • Strong academic background in historical research.
  • Demonstrated interest in Hong Kong history.
  • Ability to conduct independent, original research.
  • Commitment to public engagement in the humanities.
Nice to have
Research focus on the pre-1930 or pre-war period.Experience in archival research or primary source analysis.
Eligibility
  • Open to recent graduates and mid-career professionals.
  • Eligible for full-time or part-time study.
  • Eligible for on-campus or distance learning registration.

Funding & terms

Type
Stipend
Amount
£22.8k/yr
Duration
Not specified
Programme
University of Bristol
University of Bristol

How to apply

Deadline: 2026-11-27

Applicants must submit an online application via the University of Bristol postgraduate portal. Ensure you select the correct programme title and provide all necessary studentship details in the Funding and Research sections of the form.

Documents required
  • Academic transcripts
  • Research proposal
  • CV
  • Reference letters
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Contact

RB
Prof.
Robert Bickers
Department of History
Lab
Hong Kong History Centre
University of Bristol
United Kingdom
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