Why Birkbeck?

As a research student at Birkbeck, you can be supervised by world-class academics involved in internationally recognised research while you work towards a University of London PhD - recognised around the world as a symbol of excellence.

You will also benefit from the fact that we are located at the heart of academic London – within easy reach of excellent research resources such as the British Library and British Museum, as well as the University of London library and other specialist resources.

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• Supervisors with expertise in a wide range of areas
• Research training and support
• Academic funding and financial support
• Vibrant academic community
• A great campus in central London, with excellent transport links
• An inspiring tradition that informs our ongoing efforts to open up higher education