PhD Childhood Studies
University of Essex
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University of Essex

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OCT-26

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University of Essex

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University of Essex

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4 Years

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We offer research supervision in the following: Children, psychoanalysis, and psychoanalytic theory, Psychosocial Studies of children and childhood, Sociologies of childhood, Histories of children and childhoodOur graduates in PPS go on to a number of different destinations, including further study and training. Many of our students are already professionals so return to their existing fields with deeper understanding of their work, using this for their personal development and for increasing ...Read more

We offer research supervision in the following: Children, psychoanalysis, and psychoanalytic theory, Psychosocial Studies of children and childhood, Sociologies of childhood, Histories of children and childhoodOur graduates in PPS go on to a number of different destinations, including further study and training. Many of our students are already professionals so return to their existing fields with deeper understanding of their work, using this for their personal development and for increasing their potential for promotion and leadership in their existing or new roles.Our graduates go on to a number of different destinations, including further study and training.Many of our students are already professionals, clinical and non-clinical, so return to their existing fields, either in jobs or further training, and use study with us to deepen their understanding of their work.

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73/279
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CUG Ranking
Source: Complete University Guide 2026
29th
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Imogen
30 Oct 25

There is a great sense of community and friendships within departments and through seminars there is a chance to discuss and ask questions. However, lecturers could be more..Read more

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Jessica
30 Oct 25

Easy access to all of your classrooms, Student Union are there if you need anything whether that is physical, mental or financial support. Lectures could be more helpful in the..Read more

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Entry requirements

You will need a merit at masters degree level, or equivalent, in a related discipline. A well-developed research proposal is also essential.

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£18,795 per year

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Living and accommodation costs (per year, approximately)- 11,256 – 19,197

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Imogen
30 Oct 25
Childhood Studies - BA (Hons)
There is a great sense of community and friendships within departments and through seminars there is a chance to discuss and ask questions. However, lecturers could be more...
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Jessica
30 Oct 25
Childhood Studies - BA (Hons)
Easy access to all of your classrooms, Student Union are there if you need anything whether that is physical, mental or financial support. Lectures could be more helpful in the...
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University of Essex
Wivenhoe Park Colchester Essex CO4 3SQ United Kingdom
Nearest train station: Hythe   0.6 miles away

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