Study Doctor of Philosophy degree (PhD) in Social Sciences at University of the West of Scotland in the UK,

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What will I learn?

Join a vibrant international research community with over 100+ scholars and PhD students, specialising in sociology, social policy, criminology, public policy, politics, and gender studies.Our internationally recognised, interdisciplinary research addresses critical issues to benefit marginalised communities, reduce inequalities, and promote social justice. We collaborate with policymakers, third-sector organisations, and think tanks to ensure our research is impactful.UWS social sciences research strengths include:Critical social policySustainable policiesMigrationHealth inequalitiesCrime and drugs

Study options

Full Time (3 Years)

Tuition fees

£16,275.00 (US$ 21,018) per year

This is a fixed fee

Start date

June 2027

Venue

London Campus

Floor 7, The Import Building,

2 Clove Crescent, Poplar,

London,

Greater London,

E14 2BE, Southern England, United Kingdom

Full Time (3 Years)

Tuition fees

£16,275.00 (US$ 21,018) per year

This is a fixed fee

Start date

October 2026

Venue

Lanarkshire Campus

Stephenson Place,

Hamilton International Technology Park,

Hamilton,

South Lanarkshire,

G72 0LH, Scotland, United Kingdom

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Entry requirements

For international students

The minimum entry requirement for registration to the degree of MRes, MPhil, or MRes/MPhil with the intention of transferring to PhD is a first or second-class Honours degree from a UK university or an equivalent qualification. Applicants with other qualifications will be considered on an individual basis, taking into account the nature and scope of the proposed programme of work.

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