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PhD Direct (Criminology)

University of South Wales

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Course options

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  • Qualification

    PhD/DPhil - Doctor of Philosophy

  • Location

    Treforest Campus

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    13-APR-26

  • Duration

    3 Years

Course summary

Learn to become an independent researcher by undertaking a significant and original piece of supervised research. You will write up your research and produce a submission for examination which you will defend by viva voce. Become an expert, solve complex challenges, and make a meaningful impact through original research. We are committed to nurturing a pipeline of research talent and creating a culture that enables all our researchers to achieve their research ambitions.

Tuition fees

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£ 18,970per year

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University information

University of South Wales

University of South Wales

University of South Wales

  • University League Table

    77th

  • Campus address

    University of South Wales, Llantwit Road, Treforest, Pontypridd, Rhondda, Cynon, Taff, CF37 1DL, Wales

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Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    Sociology

    83rd out of 101 1

  • Entry standards

    / Max 210
    120 57%

    47th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    63.0 63%

    42nd

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    2.97 74%

    83rd

    5

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