PhD Doctor of Philosophy
Edge Hill University
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PhD/DPhil - Doctor of Philosophy

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3 Years

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PhD/DPhil - Doctor of Philosophy

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Edge Hill University

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OCT-26

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PhD/DPhil - Doctor of Philosophy

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Edge Hill University

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3 Years

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PhD/DPhil - Doctor of Philosophy

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Edge Hill University

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OCT-26

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4.5 Years

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This PhD provides you with the opportunity to interrogate a research topic of interest and develop your knowledge and research skills that can help you in a career in or beyond academia. You will receive training in the theoretical aspects of research. The overall focus is on acquiring the knowledge and skills to design, conduct, evaluate, disseminate and defend your own individual research. You will also acquire a range of transferable skills that are highly sought after by employers, ...Read more

This PhD provides you with the opportunity to interrogate a research topic of interest and develop your knowledge and research skills that can help you in a career in or beyond academia. You will receive training in the theoretical aspects of research. The overall focus is on acquiring the knowledge and skills to design, conduct, evaluate, disseminate and defend your own individual research. You will also acquire a range of transferable skills that are highly sought after by employers, including the capacity for critical thought.

The PhD will suit candidates from a range of backgrounds and disciplines. It is particularly suitable if you aspire to a research-based career.

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47/279
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CUG Ranking
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57th
What students say
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Ane
03 Feb 26

Really good uni..Read more

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James
03 Feb 26

Beautiful campus and great facilities. Not experienced but definitely concerns regarding mental health support..Read more

Entry requirements

You should have a degree equivalent to UK first-class or upper second-class honours (2:1 or above) and ideally also a masters degree. No specific subjects are required.

Tuition fees

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£6,350 per year

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£18,000 per year

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£18,000 per year

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The amount you'll pay if you come to study here from a country outside the EU.

General Living Costs -7000/year

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Ane
03 Feb 26
PhD Doctor of Philosophy
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James
03 Feb 26
PhD Doctor of Philosophy
Beautiful campus and great facilities. Not experienced but definitely concerns regarding mental health support...
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Edge Hill University
Edge Hill University , Ormskirk

Edge Hill University has been inspiring minds since 1885 and continues to live up to its ethos of ‘creating opportunity from...

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Edge Hill University
St Helens Road Ormskirk Lancashire L39 4QP United Kingdom
Nearest train station: Ormskirk  0.4 miles away
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