Research course
Sociology and Social Policy
Entry requirements
Masters with an average of 60% or above, plus 2:1 (or international equivalent) in any discipline
Months of entry
January, September
Course content
A PhD is the most advanced form of postgraduate study. It is awarded on the successful completion of supervised research, verbal examination and final thesis.
This programme combines advanced research training with high-quality supervision and feedback. You will study within a vibrant and active research community, and will be supported by two academic supervisors.
Key facts
- 78% of our research considered world-leading or internationally excellent in the latest Research Excellence Framework
- 96.3% of sociology and social policy postgraduates secured work or further study within six months of graduation
Research areas
We offer PhDs in:
- criminology
- public policy
- public management
- sociology
- social policy
- social work
- science, technology and society
Qualification, course duration and attendance options
- PhD
- part time72 months
- Campus-based learningis available for this qualification
- full time36 months
- Campus-based learningis available for this qualification
Course contact details
- Name
- Student Recruitment Support Hub
- socsci-gr@nottingham.ac.uk