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PhD/DPhil - Doctor of Philosophy
University of Bristol
Full Time
JAN-25
4 years
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PhD/DPhil - Doctor of Philosophy
University of Bristol
Full Time
JAN-26
4 years
PhD/DPhil - Doctor of Philosophy
University of Bristol
Full Time
SEP-25
4 years
PhD/DPhil - Doctor of Philosophy
University of Bristol
Full Time
JAN-25
4 years
PhD/DPhil - Doctor of Philosophy
University of Bristol
Part Time
SEP-25
8 years
PhD/DPhil - Doctor of Philosophy
University of Bristol
Part Time
JAN-25
8 years
PhD/DPhil - Doctor of Philosophy
University of Bristol
Part Time
JAN-26
8 years
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Overview
The School for Policy Studies links theory, policy and practice in a multidisciplinary, research-intensive environment. Our research engages with and influences national and international policy. Our policy experts come from a wide variety of backgrounds in social policy research, social work, sociology, gender violence, disability studies, health and social care, childhood studies, history, human geography, economics, psychology, physical activity, nutrition and health sciences.
Our research examines policy areas that affect us all in day-to-day life, influences and challenges policies implemented by governments and institutions, and investigates the issues, factors and attitudes underlying the social concerns that make the headlines every day.
We have seven specialist research centres, including the Norah Fry Research Centre for Disability Studies. The Norah Fry Centre is a leading national centre of excellence for applied social research and teaching, making a positive difference to the lives of disabled people. The centre explores policies, practices or societal issues from the point of view of people with disabilities, recognising and valuing their human rights.
The school is an exciting environment for graduate studies; we welcome graduate students from the UK and around the world to join our diverse and highly-rated research team. We particularly welcome applications on topics with direct relevance to national and international policy and social work concerns.
An upper second-class honours degree and a pass at MSc/MA level (or equivalent experience/qualification).
Students living in
Domestic
£4,850 per year
Students from Domestic
Fees are subject to an annual review. For programmes that last longer than one year, please budget for up to a 8% increase in fees each year.
£21,300 per year
Students from EU
Fees are subject to an annual review. For programmes that last longer than one year, please budget for up to a 8% increase in fees each year.
£21,300 per year
Students from International
Fees are subject to an annual review. For programmes that last longer than one year, please budget for up to a 8% increase in fees each year.
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