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  • Qualification

    PhD/DPhil - Doctor of Philosophy

  • Location

    Southwark Campus

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    APR-24, SEP-24

  • Duration

    3 years

Course summary

Overview

The PhD programme is closely linked to our growing and dynamic research culture. You'll benefit from engaging with highly qualified academic staff, working alongside a portfolio of dynamic and popular masters programmes.

A PhD, by definition, is an original contribution to knowledge. A research degree is different from a taught course. Research students are expected to self-direct their learning with support from a supervisory team.

The School of Law and Social Sciences Graduate School provides a focal point for the management and support of our PhD and Professional Doctorate programmes.

Employability

All research students are required to participate in a Key Skills Development programme aimed at developing transferable skills in addition to those employed in carrying out research. Training in research methods is available through frequent research seminars. When necessary the research student can follow, in part, relevant Masters courses available within the School and in particular units on research methodology. In some cases, research students are encouraged to follow other courses available within the University or externally aimed at improving their general expertise in their chosen areas. In addition, they may be encouraged to follow language courses aimed at improving their oral and written skills - both essential in their future careers.

Transferable skills

A research degree will equip you with many transferable skills. The self-discipline, the demand for clear analytical thinking, and the ability to turn criticism of others work into something constructive of your own, all constitute a unique training for almost any kind of career. The excitement and satisfaction of finding new facts, a new idea, or a new way of looking at something can be highly rewarding.

Tuition fees

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(International fees)

£ 16,900per 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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London South Bank University

  • University League Table

    113th

  • Campus address

    London South Bank University, 103 Borough Road, Southwark, SE1 0AA, England

At LSBU you'll live, study and play in the heart of London, with world-class facilities on your doorstep.
LSBU offers personalised support for overseas students, covering everything from immigration and fees to scholarships and more.
LSBU is one of the largest universities in London, with a diverse student body of 17,500, including 3,000 international students from 150 countries.

Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    91st out of 109 26

  • Entry standards

    / Max 220
    106 48%

    94th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    47.0 47%

    99th

    23
  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 5
    3.78 76%

    64th

    42

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