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PhD/DPhil - Doctor of Philosophy
Sheffield Hallam University
Full Time
MAY-24, OCT-24, FEB-25, MAY-25
4 years
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PhD/DPhil - Doctor of Philosophy
Sheffield Hallam University
Full time
MAY-24, O..
4 years
PhD/DPhil - Doctor of Philosophy
Sheffield Hallam University
Part time
MAY-24, O..
7 years
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Course summary
Undertake a lengthy academic study in an appropriate topic of your choice on this research degree. You'll be supported throughout by academic supervisors. You'll flourish in a vibrant academic and postgraduate community, and graduate with stand-out qualifications.
How you learn
You work closely with a director of studies and a supervisor who specialise in your chosen field, producing an extended thesis of up to 80,000 words for doctoral research. The programme is based on your individual requirements. You can also design it around your employer's requirements, if appropriate, or development your own subject-specific programme of research. Your research can cover any aspect of the natural and built environment in a UK or international context. Dedicated supervisors, associated with UK and international research, provide support.
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Future careers
Research specialists can enter industry and the professions as acknowledged experts in their chosen specialism.
All applicants should hold a strong undergraduate degree (2.1 or above) and/or a relevant masters qualification (or expectation of the same). All applicants must submit a completed postgraduate application form including a 1500 word research proposal.
Students living in
Domestic
£4,712 per year
Students from Domestic
Our tuition fee for UK postgraduate research students starting full-time study in 2023/24 is £4,712 per year.
£16,385 per year
Students from EU
October 2023, February 2024 and May 2024: £16,385 per year; October 2024, February 2025 and May 2025: £17,205 per year.
£16,385 per year
Students from International
October 2023, February 2024 and May 2024: £16,385 per year; October 2024, February 2025 and May 2025: £17,205 per year.
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