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Social Sciences PhD

London South Bank University

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Course options

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  • Qualification

    PhD/DPhil - Doctor of Philosophy

  • Location

    LSBU Main Site - Southwark Campus

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    21-SEP-26

  • Duration

    3 Years

Course summary

The PhD and MRes programmes are closely linked to our growing and dynamic research culture. You'll benefit from engaging with highly qualified academic staff, working alongside a portfolio of dynamic and popular masters programmes. Academic supervision: A member of staff, expert in the chosen field, is directly responsible for guiding and supporting your research programme. As a research student you'll become part of our thriving academic community. Explore the staff, facilities and more in the Division of Social Sciences. Research students who study at LSBU become a vital part of our dynamic research culture and are one of the essential elements which make LSBU an exciting intellectual environment. All research students are enrolled in the LSBU’s postgraduate Key Skills programme. In addition, you can undertake research methods training from relevant MA and MSc courses, as well as taking part in specialist events and activities, which ensure an inclusive and thriving research culture.A PhD, by definition, is an original contribution to knowledge. A research degree is different from a taught course. Research students are expected to self-direct their learning with support from a supervisory team.PhD Full-time3 yearsJanuary April September

Tuition fees

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(International fees)

£ 17,600per year

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University information

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London South Bank University

London South Bank University

  • University League Table

    112th

  • Campus address

    LSBU Main Site - Southwark Campus, 103 Borough Road, London, Southwark, SE1 0AA, United Kingdom

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Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    Sociology

    90th out of 103 1

  • Entry standards

    / Max 200
    89 44%

    95th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    56.0 56%

    63rd

    12

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.01 75%

    89th

    18

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