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Psychological and Sociological studies PhD by Published Works

University of Northampton

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  • Qualification

    PhD/DPhil - Doctor of Philosophy

  • Location

    University of Northampton Main site

  • Study mode

    Part time

  • Start date

    12-OCT-26

  • Duration

    1 Year

Course summary

OVERVIEWAll of the Academic Divisions in the?Faculty of Health, Education and Society invite Research applications from graduates in Sociology, Psychology, or similar disciplines. This MPhil/ PhD / PhD by Published Works programme offers an excellent route to expand your knowledge and research skills. Undertaking a Research degree is an exciting opportunity but can also be quite daunting as there are lots of stages to think about including application, arrival, admission, expectations, and progression to name but a few. At the University of Northampton, we believe it is important that, although our research students are working on individual projects, they are not working in isolation. We offer a range of opportunities for training and developing skills. Also, you will be supported by a team of supervisors and ongoing peer support. Successful defence of the final thesis will provide you with the highest level of degree that any UK university can award a PhD qualification is respected around the world and can offer an excellent opportunity for career progression in a range of fields.Course DetailsIn this subject area, we particularly welcome applicants who wish to focus their research on the following:Exceptional experience and consciousness studiesIdentity and communities in a diverse society (social psychology and sociology)Health Education and behavioural changeResearch degrees allow you to specialise while also improving your technical abilities. They allow you to specialise in a specific area of interest within your subject, allowing for in-depth investigation and comprehension. Candidates for a research degree perform original research, undertaking investigations that add to our current knowledge. You will get general, discipline-based, and project-specific training while creating and establishing research projects, allowing you to conduct your research work successfully and autonomously. We will help you network with respected academics, researchers, and professionals in your sector. Conferences, seminars, and workshops provide opportunities to meet like-minded people, possible collaborators, and future mentors.All students are supported by a supervisory staff chosen for their competence and experience. Wherever feasible, your team will be involved in your growth from recruitment through graduation, providing you with stability and consistency as your study progresses. Our Waterside campus provides postgraduate research hot-desking office space for you to utilise while on campus, as well as a substantial library resources.

Application deadline

01/08/2025

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Tuition fees

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£ 7,840per year

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University information

University of Northampton

University of Northampton

  • University League Table

    121st

  • Campus address

    University of Northampton Main site, Waterside Campus, Northampton, Northampton, NN1 5PH, United Kingdom

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Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    Sociology

    102nd out of 103 4

  • Entry standards

    / Max 200
    76 38%

    103rd

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    42.0 42%

    100th

    4

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.06 76%

    72nd

    53

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