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Research Training PGCert

Newcastle University

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Course options

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  • Qualification

    Postgraduate Certificate

  • Location

    Newcastle University

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    01-SEP-25

  • Duration

    9 months

Course summary

This course equips you with the knowledge, understanding, skills and aptitudes to undertake advanced research.

Overview

Our research training course prepares you for doctoral research. This could be in the social sciences, arts and humanities or in either the public or private sector.

The qualification meets the learning outcomes at certificate level in the national higher education qualifications framework.

This Research Training PGCert is delivered at Faculty level. Training takes place in an interdisciplinary environment. It is relevant to students from a wide range of disciplines.

This research training is also open to you if you're an international student in the second or third year of PhD courses in your own country. It allows you to study abroad for a minimum of six months.

Our Careers Service

Our award-winning Careers Service is one of the largest and best in the country, and we have strong links with employers. We provide an extensive range of opportunities to all students through our ncl+ initiative.

Tuition fees

Students living in United States
(International fees)

£ 7,835per year

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

University information

Newcastle University

Newcastle University

  • University League Table

    26th

  • Campus address

    Newcastle University, King’s Gate, Newcastle upon Tyne, Northumberland, NE1 7RU, England

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Newcastle University is a global leader in ageing and health, data, cities and place, one planet, culture and creative arts.
Degree programmes are shaped by strong links with national and international businesses with opportunities for professional accreditation and placements.
Dedicated teams support students during application, before arrival and as they settle into life in the UK.

Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    Sociology

    32nd out of 101 10

  • Entry standards

    / Max 206
    139 68%

    26th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    60.0 60%

    53rd

    16

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    2.96 74%

    61st

    36

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