Doctor of PhilosophyPart-time

Contemporary European Studies PhD

University of SussexBrighton, United Kingdom
Level
Doctor of Philosophy
Duration
Up to 4 years full time or 8 years part time
Mode
Part-time
Subject
Law
Location
United Kingdom
IELTS
6.5 overall, no part below 6

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Overview

Contribute to the political, economic and social wellbeing of Europe and drive research that shapes policy.

Entry requirements

Degree2:1 · Subjects: contemporary European studies or a related subject area but you may still be considered for the degree if you have a qualification in a different subject area. In certain circumstances, you may also be considered for the degree if you have other relevant professional qualifications or relevant research experience of equivalent standing · or above

English language requirements

IELTS6.5 overall, no part below 6

IELTS (Academic): High level (6.5 overall, including at least 6.0 in each component).

Fees

International students: £24,200 a year (2027/28, from the university's page, checked 31 October 2026)

UK students: £5,238 per year

Start dates

Choose to start in September 2026 or January 2027

Application deadline

1 month before start (UK), 3 months before start (international)

Campus

  • On campus - in person, United Kingdom

If you studied in United States

47 countries

Postgraduate Research

Academic

A Bachelor’s degree is required, with a minimum cGPA of at least 3.3/ 4.0 in a subject relevant to your chosen PhD course. However, if you do not meet the academic requirements, you may still be considered for the degree if you can provide evidence of extensive work experience in a related field.

English language

USA is considered a majority English speaking country, and USA nationals are not required to sit an English language test or assessment in order to obtain a CAS.

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Scholarships at University of Sussex

13 for this level
  • Cate Haste Scholarship in History£3,000.00 (US$ 3,874)
  • Cate Haste Scholarship in Media and Film£3,000.00 (US$ 3,874)
  • Chancellor's Masters Scholarship
  • Jan Metzger Scholarship in Artificial Intelligence and Adaptive Systems MSc£12,550.00 (US$ 16,207)
All scholarships at University of Sussex

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TuitionGBP 24,200
Visa application, from outside the UKGBP 558
Health surcharge, first year how it is chargedGBP 776
First year in totalGBP 39,586

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  3. 3

    Your CAS

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Where you will study

Brighton, South East, United Kingdom

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