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Health and Social Policy PhD

University of Glasgow

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  • Qualification

    PhD/DPhil - Doctor of Philosophy

  • Location

    Gilmorehill Campus

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    14-SEP-26

  • Duration

    3 Years

Course summary

Based at Dumfries Campus, our staff are experts in health and social policy, with a special focus on the social, economic and cultural regeneration of rural areas. Areas of specialism include: business, local economy, communities, the Third Sector, social policy, ageing, health care, policy implementation. The College of Social Sciences Graduate School draws together internationally recognised scholars and respected practitioners to offer a range of research programmes. Our programmes are based on thorough training in research methods and we encourage you to take part in numerous exciting seminars, conferences and events. We offer modern library, IT services and a wide-range of support services. Our Graduate School Researcher Development Programme will support you to plan your professional development over the course of your PhD and ensure your employability.

Application deadline

15/08/2025

Tuition fees

Students living in United States
(International fees)

£ 26,580per year

Tuition fees shown are for indicative purposes and may vary. Please check with the institution for most up to date details.

University information

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University of Glasgow

University of Glasgow

  • University League Table

    31st

  • Campus address

    Gilmorehill (Main) Campus, University Of Glasgow, University Avenue, Glasgow, Scotland, G12 8QQ, United Kingdom

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A wide range of international scholarships are available, including Global Excellence scholarships.
Meet students from across the university with over 300 clubs and societies available – ranging from international student societies to the Baking Society.
Pre-sessional English language provision is available prior to starting university, with English language support options for the duration of study.

Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    Social Policy

    5th out of 35 5

  • Entry standards

    / Max 201
    201 100%

    1st

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    72.0 72%

    6th

    8

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.00 75%

    23rd

    5

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