Centre for Eighteenth Century Studies
- Centre for Eighteenth Century Studies
Lively research community - individually and collaboratively explore culture, politics, literature, art and society
Combine your own research with intensive seminar study under the guidance of a leading expert in the field
Staff are drawn from the departments of Archaeology, English, History, and History of Art
Castle Howard, North Yorkshire
At the Centre for Eighteenth Century Studies, we have the historic city of York on our doorstep.
Our highly successful MA in Eighteenth Century Studies offers a wide choice of taught and practical modules, and our staff welcome proposals from students interested in pursuing a research degree.
News
Monday 9 March 2026
The Centre for Eighteenth Century Studies is delighted to be offering bursaries for 2026/7 offer holders.
Thursday 5 March 2026
The Library History Essay Award is an annual prize for the best article or chapter on library history published in, or pertaining to, the British Isles.
Monday 20 October 2025
Warm congratulations to recent English / CECS PhD, Sharon Choe, on the acquisition of her first novel!