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PhD Social Policy, Sociology and Criminology

University of Birmingham

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  • Qualification

    PhD/DPhil - Doctor of Philosophy

  • Location

    University of Birmingham

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    29-SEP-25

  • Duration

    3 Years

Course summary

Course overview
We offer two types of research degree: an MPhil or a PhD – in any of the disciplines represented in our department, including social policy, criminology and sociology.

Course structure
The PhD course will run over 3 years in a full-time mode and 6 years in a part-time mode. The MPhil course will run over 2 years in a full-time mode and 4 years in a part-time mode.

For home students, a research degree programme may be undertaken either by full-time or part-time study or via distance learning. International students can only undertake the programme full-time studies or by distance learning.

Course highlights
In the School of Social Policy and Society, we offer much more than a degree. PhD students have the opportunity to take part in a wide range of events including Departmental Research Seminars, Research Centre Seminars, Postgraduate Research Student Seminars, as well as a vibrant and engaged PhD researcher community.

Join the School of Social Policy and Society and have access to a wide range of specialists in a vibrant and engaged research community.
Study at the UK's most targeted university by the countrys leading graduate employers (Highfliers 2024).
Have access to a sophisticated, hi-tech learning environment. There are nine libraries supporting your learning through access to one of the biggest research library facilities in the UK.

Career opportunities
Graduates from the School of Social Policy and Society are able to develop analytical skills and the ability to gather, assess and interpret data, all of which require clear and logical thinking, making them an attractive prospect for employers.

Birmingham's School of Social Policy and Society postgraduates enter a wide range of occupational sectors: the majority in the public sector but others including events, sales, administration and education. Graduates also opt to continue in academia.

Tuition fees

Students living in United States
(International fees)

£ 22,110per year

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

University information

University of Birmingham

University of Birmingham

University of Birmingham

  • University League Table

    13th

  • Campus address

    University of Birmingham, Edgbaston Birmingham, Birmingham, Birmingham, B15 2TT, United Kingdom

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The University of Birmingham is a founding member of the elite Russell Group of UK universities.
Based in the second largest city in the UK, Birmingham offers an outstanding international student experience.
The university has a vibrant international student community and is home to over 10,000 international students from approximately 150 countries.

Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    Social Policy

    8th out of 41 3

    18th out of 101 5

  • Entry standards

    / Max 210
    145 69%

    11th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    72.0 72%

    7th

    1

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    2.85 71%

    33rd

    4

  • Entry standards

    / Max 206
    142 69%

    22nd

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    69.0 69%

    17th

    10

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    2.87 72%

    88th

    46

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