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  • Qualification

    PhD/DPhil - Doctor of Philosophy

  • Location

    Plymouth Campus

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    01-OCT-26

  • Duration

    2 Years

Course summary

This PhD allows you to join a vibrant research community where you can explore a question about formal or informal education and learning that interests you, in-depth, with the support of world-leading academics. It can help you develop an academic career, deepen understanding in your professional field or keep your mind engaged and active in retirement.Opportunity to join an active research network in the Institute of Education.Designed to be flexible with both full time and part time modes of study available.Comprehensive support from a team of dedicated supervisors.Access to a wide range of courses focussed on the development of research skills and knowledge through the Doctoral College.Specialisms in Children and Families, Inclusive Education, Learning outside Formal Education and Education Policy.Research across all ages and in formal and informal contexts.International students very welcome. Full time: 2-4 years, Part time: 4-8 years

Tuition fees

Students living in United States
(International fees)

£ 16,870per year

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University information

University of Plymouth

University of Plymouth

  • University League Table

    75th

  • Campus address

    Plymouth University, Drake Circus, Plymouth, Devon, PL4 8AA, United Kingdom

Join a thriving international community made up of 2,000 students from over 100 different countries.
Find your uni family in one of many international student groups at the Students' Union.
To reward outstanding achievement and to help ease concerns you may have about funding your studies, the university offers several international scholarships.

Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    32nd out of 91 4

  • Entry standards

    / Max 228
    132 58%

    31st

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    74.0 74%

    65th

    42
  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.08 77%

    72nd

    13

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