Social Policy PhD
University of Bristol
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PhD/DPhil - Doctor of Philosophy

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PhD/DPhil - Doctor of Philosophy

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University of Bristol

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JAN-26

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PhD/DPhil - Doctor of Philosophy

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University of Bristol

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4 years

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PhD/DPhil - Doctor of Philosophy

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University of Bristol

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4 years

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PhD/DPhil - Doctor of Philosophy

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University of Bristol

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PhD/DPhil - Doctor of Philosophy

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University of Bristol

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JAN-26

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8 years

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PhD/DPhil - Doctor of Philosophy

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University of Bristol

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8 years

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OverviewThe School for Policy Studies links theory, policy and practice in a multidisciplinary, research-intensive environment. Our research engages with and influences national and international policy. Our policy experts come from a wide variety of backgrounds in social policy research, social work, sociology, poverty, gender violence, disability studies, childhood studies, health and social care, urban studies, economics, psychology, physical activity, nutrition and health sciences, based ...Read more

Overview

The School for Policy Studies links theory, policy and practice in a multidisciplinary, research-intensive environment. Our research engages with and influences national and international policy. Our policy experts come from a wide variety of backgrounds in social policy research, social work, sociology, poverty, gender violence, disability studies, childhood studies, health and social care, urban studies, economics, psychology, physical activity, nutrition and health sciences, based within seven specialist

  • research centres
  • .

    Our research examines policy areas that affect us all in day-to-day life, influences and challenges policies implemented by governments and institutions, and investigates the issues, factors and attitudes underlying the social concerns that make the headlines every day.

    The school is an exciting environment for graduate studies; we welcome graduate students from the UK and around the world to join our diverse and highly-rated research team. We particularly welcome applications on topics with direct relevance to national and international policy concerns.

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    86/101
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    7th
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    What students say
    SR
    Student Reviewer
    27 Feb 23

    I like the University of Bristol because the support it provides to students in terms of their courses, but also mental health...Read more

    SR
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    17 Feb 20

    Decent..Read more

    Entry requirements

    An upper second-class honours degree and a pass at MSc/MA level (or equivalent experience/qualification).

    Tuition fees

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    £4,850 per year

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    £21,300 per year

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    Students from EU

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    £21,300 per year

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