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PhD/DPhil - Doctor of Philosophy
Canterbury Campus
Full Time
SEP
3 years
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PhD/DPhil - Doctor of Philosophy
Canterbury Campus
Full Time
JAN-25
3 years
PhD/DPhil - Doctor of Philosophy
Canterbury Campus
Full Time
JAN-25
3 Years
PhD/DPhil - Doctor of Philosophy
Canterbury Campus
Full Time
JAN-27
3 Years
PhD/DPhil - Doctor of Philosophy
Canterbury Campus
Full Time
SEP
3 Years
PhD/DPhil - Doctor of Philosophy
Canterbury Campus
Full Time
SEP-25
3 Years
PhD/DPhil - Doctor of Philosophy
Canterbury Campus
Full Time
SEP
3 years
PhD/DPhil - Doctor of Philosophy
Canterbury Campus
Full Time
JAN-26
3 Years
PhD/DPhil - Doctor of Philosophy
Canterbury Campus
Full Time
SEP-26
3 Years
PhD/DPhil - Doctor of Philosophy
Canterbury Campus
Part Time
SEP
5 years
PhD/DPhil - Doctor of Philosophy
Canterbury Campus
Part Time
JAN-25
5 years
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A doctoral programme in Philanthropic Studies at a leading centre of philanthropy research, teaching and public engagement. Scholars are supervised by academics with a background in practice.
Overview
There is no better time to begin a PhD in Philanthropic Studies, and no better place to do it than with the Centre for Philanthropy at the University of Kent.
The academic field of Philanthropic Studies has grown rapidly in recent years, with demand for qualified PhD graduates outstripping current supply.
Whether you hope to embark on a research career, a teaching career, or wish to remain in practice as a philanthropy professional after completing a doctoral thesis, we can help you achieve your goals.
Our qualified PhD supervisors at Kent have a background in practice before moving into academia. All of our completed doctoral students have secured jobs that make use of their doctoral qualification.
Whilst we have a preference for those able to commit to full-time doctoral study, we can supervise people based anywhere in the world, and are open to exploring proposals from part-time candidates.
Careers
Understanding philanthropy is a crucial skill for anyone aspiring to be effective in a role in a charity or grant-making body or as a philanthropist. The knowledge and skills that you gain through this PhD programme will equip you with an essential and highly practical understanding of the history, methodologies and impact of philanthropic activity.
A good honours degree or MA, with a significant emphasis placed on understanding the relevance of this previous study and any relevant professional experience in the reasons for study provided by the applicant when submitting their application. All applicants are considered on an individual basis and additional qualifications, professional qualifications and relevant experience may also be taken into account when considering applications.
Students living in
Domestic
£4,786 per year
Students from Domestic
This is the fee you pay if the University is in the same country that you live in (England, Scotland, Wales, Northern Ireland)
Students from Other UK
This is the fee you pay if the University is not in the same country that you live in (England, Scotland, Wales, Northern Ireland)
£18,600 per year
Students from EU
For students continuing on this programme fees will increase year on year by no more than RPI + 3% in each academic year of study except where regulated.
£18,600 per year
Students from International
For students continuing on this programme fees will increase year on year by no more than RPI + 3% in each academic year of study except where regulated.
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