- Level
- Doctor of Philosophy
- Duration
- 4 Years
- Mode
- Full-time
- Subject
- Social Science And Humanities
- Location
- United Kingdom
Overview
A PhD in Applied Social Science, offered by the Social Work Team at Lancaster University, gives you the opportunity to pursue original research into the systems, structures and policies that shape social welfare and the lives of children, families and communities. As a doctoral researcher, you will join a values-led discipline committed to advancing equity, human rights and social transformation, while developing as an independent scholar whose work engages critically with practice, policy and theory.
Entry requirements
| Degree | 2:1 |
|---|---|
| Master's degree | a good Master's degree in a relevant subject. We may also consider non-standard applicants, please contact us for information. As part of your application you will also need to provide a viable research proposal. Guidance can be found on o… |
English language requirements
| IELTS | 7.0 overall, no part below 6 |
|---|
We require an IELTS (Academic) Test with an overall score of at least 7.0, and a minimum of 6.0 in each element of the test.
We also consider other English language qualifications, and if your score is below our requirements, you may be eligible for one of our pre-sessional English language programmes.
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Fees
International students: £23,300 per year
International: £23,300 per year
Start dates
2027
Application deadline
Rolling admissions
Campus
- Lancaster, UK, United Kingdom
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