PhD Doctor of Philosophy: Fees & Entry Requirements at Edge Hill University, UK

PhD Doctor of Philosophy

UK

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What will I learn?

This PhD provides you with the opportunity to interrogate a research topic of interest and develop your knowledge and research skills that can help you in a career in or beyond academia. You will receive training in the theoretical aspects of research. The overall focus is on acquiring the knowledge and skills to design, conduct, evaluate, disseminate and defend your own individual research. You will also acquire a range of transferable skills that are highly sought after by employers, including the capacity for critical thought.The PhD will suit candidates from a range of backgrounds and disciplines. It is particularly suitable if you aspire to a research-based career.

Which department am I in?

Research

Study options

Full Time (3 Years)

Tuition fees
£18,000.00 (19,61,212) per year
This is a provisional fee yet to be approved

*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please check with institution

Start date

October 2027

Venue

Edge Hill University

St Helens Road,

Ormskirk,

Lancashire,

L39 4QP, Northern England, United Kingdom

Full Time (3 Years)

Tuition fees
£18,000.00 (19,61,212) per year
This is a fixed fee

*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please check with institution

Start date

February 2027

Venue

Edge Hill University

St Helens Road,

Ormskirk,

Lancashire,

L39 4QP, Northern England, United Kingdom

Entry requirements

For international students

You should have a degree equivalent to UK first-class or upper second-class honours (2:1 or above) and ideally also a masters degree. No specific subjects are required.

*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.

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