Research

Detail of an Anglo-Saxon frieze from Fletton, nr Peterborough (8th century)We are proud of our longstanding reputation for excellence in historical research. Our staff have research expertise covering a wide chronological and geographical range, with strengths in:

In REF2014, 87.5% of our research was designated 4* and 3* ('world leading' and 'internationally excellent') – the highest proportion among all UK History departments.

Since 2008, we have secured over £8 million in research grants, and have an excellent track record for winning competitive funding for post-doctoral and early career fellowships and collaborative doctoral studentships with high profile external partners.

Research centres

We are home to three internationally-recognised research centres. Our staff also collaborate in two multidisciplinary research centres across the University.

More about our research centres

Grants and projects

We have a strong record of receiving grants including the AHRC, British Academy, ESRC, ERC, Leverhulme Trust and Wellcome Trust.

View our current projects

Seminars and lectures

We hold research seminars throughout the year.

See our upcoming events

Recent publications

We publish articles in leading academic journals and produce monographs with prominent publishers

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