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Global Challenges PhD

Brunel University of London

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Course options

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  • Qualification

    PhD/DPhil - Doctor of Philosophy

  • Location

    Main Campus

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    13-APR-26

  • Duration

    3 Years

Course summary

This course addresses Global Challenges with locally owned solutions is a key priority for Brunel University London. Research informed by the needs of society, delivered through research programmes co-created with the intended beneficiaries and stakeholders, is at the heart of our approach. Our Global Challenges research objective is to create new knowledge and drive innovation to develop more equitable access to sustainable development. You will receive tailored careers support during your PhD and for up to three years after you complete your research at Brunel. We encourage you to actively engage in career planning and managing your personal development right from the start of your research, even (or perhaps especially) if you don't yet have a career path in mind. Our careers provision includes online information and advice, one-to-one consultations and a range of events and workshops. The Professional Development Centre runs a varied programme of careers events throughout the academic year. These include industry insight sessions, recruitment fairs, employer pop-ups and skills workshops.

Tuition fees

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(International fees)

£ 22,320per year

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University information

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Brunel University of London

Brunel University of London

  • University League Table

    67th

  • Campus address

    Main Campus, Kingston Lane, Uxbridge, Middlesex, UB8 3PH, United Kingdom

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Brunel is London’s only university with an all-in-one campus that includes housing, which is guaranteed to international and EU students for their full degree.
95%+ of undergrad degrees, and many postgrad ones, have work placements to help build professional skills, and all students can access expert employment advice.
Brunel welcomes students from. 140+ countries. You’ll also find your studies, student support, shops, social spaces, sports and more, all on a convenient campus

Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    Sociology

    53rd out of 101 2

  • Entry standards

    / Max 210
    103 49%

    86th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    54.0 54%

    83rd

    30

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.33 83%

    6th

    10

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