Sociology PhD
University of Surrey
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Why choose this programmeBoasting an international reputation and a thriving academic environment, the Department of Sociology supervises PhDs in a wide range of subjects across sociology, criminology, digital media and communications and related areas.The Department has an excellent reputation for its innovative and ground-breaking research. The Research Excellence Framework (REF) in the REF 2021, we were 9th for research that is world-leading and internationally excellent (4* and 3* research ...Read more

Why choose this programme

Boasting an international reputation and a thriving academic environment, the Department of Sociology supervises PhDs in a wide range of subjects across sociology, criminology, digital media and communications and related areas.

The Department has an excellent reputation for its innovative and ground-breaking research. The Research Excellence Framework (REF) in the REF 2021, we were 9th for research that is world-leading and internationally excellent (4* and 3* research combined).?Our research environment has been ranked 11th for Sociology.

What you will study

Exactly what you'll study will depend on the topic of your PhD. We can supervise a wide range of areas relating to criminology, sociology, gender, and digital?media and?communications – please see the ‘themes and facilities’ tab for a full list.

The PhD?programme?centres on close individual tuition and guidance from your supervisory team, comprising a principal supervisor, a co-supervisor and, in some cases, an additional third supervisor. Supervisors offer advice, feedback and guidance on all aspects of the PhD process, as well as – where appropriate – on career and CV development,?and research dissemination through publications and conference papers.

We formally review your progress twice a year, offering the opportunity for medium and longer-term research planning, the identification of training needs, and provision of CV and career advice. Progress reviews also offer you the opportunity to raise any queries, concerns or suggestions.

Close to the end of your first year, you will complete a PhD?confirmation process in which you will receive detailed feedback and guidance on your work,?from staff outside your supervisory team.

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WUSCA ranking:
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23/101
CUG Subject Ranking
CUG Subject Ranking
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17th
CUG Ranking
CUG Ranking
Source: Complete University Guide 2025
12th
What students say
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Connie
09 Jan 25

Freshers week was fun, and I love the night club we have on campus, I also love the separate campus for accommodation. The only improvement I can think of is that the wifi is..Read more

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Hannah
08 Jan 25

The best bit is definitely my course it amazing! I also really like the campus and how close it is to the cit. I think the social part need an update. It's really expensive to..Read more

Entry requirements

Applicants are expected to hold at least an upper second-class (2:1) UK degree in sociology or a related discipline.

Tuition fees

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£2,356 per year

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Students from Domestic

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The mentioned fee is for JUL 2024

£9,300 per year

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Students from EU

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JUL 2024 - £9,300; OCT, JAN & APR 2024 - £10,100

£9,300 per year

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Students from International

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

JUL 2024 - £9,300; OCT, JAN & APR 2024 - £10,100

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Connie
09 Jan 25
Criminology and Sociology BSc (Hons)
Freshers week was fun, and I love the night club we have on campus, I also love the separate campus for accommodation. The only improvement I can think of is that the wifi is...
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Hannah
08 Jan 25
Sociology BSc (Hons)
The best bit is definitely my course it amazing! I also really like the campus and how close it is to the cit. I think the social part need an update. It's really expensive to...
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University of Surrey
University of Surrey , Guildford

The University of Surrey was established in 1891, and has a rich history of education and innovation....

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Stag Hill Guildford Surrey GU2 7XH United Kingdom
Nearest train station: Guildford  0.3 miles away

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