PhD Women's Studies
University of York
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PhD/DPhil - Doctor of Philosophy

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York campus

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PhD/DPhil - Doctor of Philosophy

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6 years

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We provide an interdisciplinary environment for research and supervision in a wide range of Womens Studies issues to both full- and part-time students.Each year there are approximately 35 students studying for research degrees. Throughout their registration period, students are given specialised research supervision in their main area of study. This is supported by an academic thesis panel, designed to offer additional help and guidance.If you are interested in applying to undertake research at ...Read more

We provide an interdisciplinary environment for research and supervision in a wide range of Women's Studies issues to both full- and part-time students.

Each year there are approximately 35 students studying for research degrees. Throughout their registration period, students are given specialised research supervision in their main area of study. This is supported by an academic thesis panel, designed to offer additional help and guidance.

If you are interested in applying to undertake research at the centre, please consult the list of staff interests to see whether the appropriate supervision is likely to be available for your proposed research.

Research

The focus of the MPhil and PhD degrees is in research and the writing of a thesis.

Transferable Skills Programme

The University and CWS offer sessions to help professionalise the degree. Many sessions are optional and can be chosen as appropriate, while some CWS sessions are compulsory and designed to help facilitate the supportive research culture among the MPhil/PhD group. The women’s studies programme is responsive to students needs and includes sessions on writing skills, producing an academic CV, conference participation, and teaching and writing for journals.

Research seminars

CWS offers a regular programme of research seminars where academics from other institutions offer papers on their research. These seminars and similar ones offered by sister departments are invaluable for extending students’ knowledge, and frequent attendance is highly recommended.

Office accommodation for research students is in the form of shared offices, with desks, shelving, filing cabinets and access to telephone, computers, printing, photocopying, and mailing facilities.

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WUSCA ranking:
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49/101
CUG Subject Ranking
CUG Subject Ranking
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11th
CUG Ranking
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17th
What students say
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Alice
02 Nov 23

The research facilities are excellent and the expertise of staff outstanding. The library has access to so many resources and able to access new ones if requested. As a PhD..Read more

Entry requirements

Typically you’ll need at least the equivalent to a UK upper second-class (2:1) honours degree and, in some cases, a Masters degree. Actual requirements vary by course.

Tuition fees

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£4,863 per year

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£24,500 per year

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Students from EU

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£24,500 per year

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Alice
02 Nov 23
PhD Women's Studies
The research facilities are excellent and the expertise of staff outstanding. The library has access to so many resources and able to access new ones if requested. As a PhD...
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University of York
Heslington York YO10 5DD United Kingdom
Nearest train station: York  1.1 miles away

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