Inclusion, Diversity and Special Needs PhD/PhD by Published works

Undertaking a research degree such as a PhD, or PhD by Published works in Inclusion, Diversity and Special Needs is an intellectual challenge like no other. It’s an opportunity to immerse yourself in the subject you are passionate about, set your own work goals, and make an important contribution to your field. Successful defence of the final thesis will provide the researcher with the highest qualification that any UK university can award and offer an excellent opportunity to move into higher management and research positions within Education and aligned fields. We welcome applications from graduates holding an MA in any subject and/or have experience of working in formal, informal, or non-formal education. Find out more about the research going on in our Centre for Education and Research.

We would normally expect you to have a master’s degree from a UK university, or equivalent international qualifications, or qualifications and relevant experience that we consider to be equivalent. As part of the selection process you may be invited for an interview once your application has been reviewed by the Admissions office and the Research lead.

IELTS (Academic): 7.0 overall, including at least 6.5 in each component including writing. We will also consider equivalent English language qualifications.

International students: £16,850

International: £16,850

October 2026 / March 2026

No fixed deadline — apply as early as possible. Applications close when the course is full.

• Waterside Campus, Northampton, United Kingdom