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Sociology and Social Policy PhD

University of Nottingham

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Course options

5 options available

  • Qualification

    PhD/DPhil - Doctor of Philosophy

  • Location

    University Park Campus

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    FEB

  • Duration

    3 years

Course summary

Research overview

Committed to teaching and research excellence, the School of Sociology and Social Policy is a dynamic centre for collaborative and interdisciplinary PhD study.

Our PhDs enable you to explore the sociological landscape by conducting original research on a variety of significant social, policy and political issues affecting local, national and global communities.

Each programme combines advanced research training with high-quality supervision and feedback and you can choose from full-time and part-time study options.

You will study within a vibrant and active research community and will be supported by

  • two academic supervisors
    • .

    We encourage all of our research students to get involved with our research centres. Their expertise enables you to utilise their existing knowledge and deepen your understanding and research. Our centres include:


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  • Criminal Justice Research Centre


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  • Identities, Citizenship, Equalities and Migration Centre


    • •

  • Institute for Science and Society


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  • International Centre for Public and Social Policy


    • •

  • Wellbeing, Health and Social Care Research Centre

    • We offer PhDs in:


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    • criminology

      • •
    • public policy

      • •
    • sociology

      • •
    • social policy and administration

      • •
    • social work

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    • science, technology and society (not running in 2023/24)

    Careers

    Whether you are considering a career in academia, industry or haven't yet decided,

  • we’re here to support you every step of the way.

    • Expert staff will work with you to explore PhD career options and apply for vacancies, develop your interview skills and meet employers. You can book a one-to-one appointment, take an online course or attend a workshop.

    International students who complete an eligible degree programme in the UK on a student visa can apply to stay and work in the UK after their course under the

  • Graduate immigration route
    • . Eligible courses at the University of Nottingham include bachelors, masters and research degrees, and PGCE courses.

    Tuition fees

    Students living in Hong Kong
    (International fees)

    £ 21,500per year

    Tuition fees shown are for indicative purposes and may vary. Please check with the institution for most up to date details.

    University information

    University of Nottingham

    University of Nottingham

    University of Nottingham

    • University League Table

      30th

    • Campus address

      University of Nottingham, University Park, Nottingham, Nottingham, NG7 2RD, England

    VIEW PROFILE
    A member of the Russell Group and Universitas 21 international network, Nottingham is a truly global university, welcoming students from over 150 countries.
    Nottingham offers a range of prestigious international scholarships for high-achieving students from around the world.
    Nottingham is known as one of the UK's top sporting universities. Its students and alumni have won Olympic, World and Commonwealth medals.

    Subject rankings

    • Subject ranking

      Social Policy

      9th out of 41 1

      12th out of 101 4

    • Entry standards

      / Max 210
      148 70%

      9th

    • Graduate prospects

      / Max 100
      n/a

    • Student satisfaction

      / Max 4
      3.17 79%

      13th

      21

    • Entry standards

      / Max 206
      144 70%

      21st

    • Graduate prospects

      / Max 100
      71.0 71%

      13th

      3

    • Student satisfaction

      / Max 4
      3.15 79%

      17th

      57

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