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Social and Policy Sciences PhD

University of Bath

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Course options

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  • Qualification

    PhD/DPhil - Doctor of Philosophy

  • Location

    University of Bath, Claverton Down Campus

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    28-SEP-26

  • Duration

    4 Years

Course summary

Deepen your knowledge and research skills for an academic or professional career that focuses on social and public policy.This course is delivered by the Department of Social & Policy Sciences. Our department is internationally recognised with a strong focus on policy and practice, and a commitment to contribute to social wellbeing and social justice.We offer supervisory expertise in four disciplines:International DevelopmentSocial PolicySociologySocial workOur PhDs are not formally assigned a discipline and successful candidates can describe their PhD to reflect its main research area (e.g. PhD in Social Policy PhD in International Development).

Application deadline

31/07/2026

Tuition fees

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(International fees)

£ 24,450per 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 Bath

University of Bath

University of Bath

  • University League Table

    9th

  • Campus address

    Main Site, Claverton Down, Bath, Bath And North East Somerset, BA2 7AY, United Kingdom

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The university's community comprises over 20,000 students. Around one-third come from outside the UK, representing 152 nationalities from around the world.
The International Support Service offers an international orientation programme and mentoring scheme to help students settle into life in the UK.
University of Bath alumni can be found contributing positively in countries worldwide. Many continue their association with Bath long after graduation.

Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    Social Policy

    3rd out of 33 7

  • Entry standards

    / Max 200
    154 77%

    6th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    n/a

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.03 76%

    25th

    4

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