Study Sport and leisure cultures PhD at University of Brighton in the UK, School of Education, Sport and Health Sciences

About this course

About this course
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- Department
Study options
Entry requirements
- International

What will I learn?

The University of Brighton took a pioneering role in the development of the sociology of sport and, together with recreation and leisure studies, it has been a key discipline at the university for many decades. Research of international standing and impact has characterised the department throughout this time. Our returns to the Research Excellence Framework demonstrate impactful research projects in sports culture, with our pioneering Football 4 Peace initiative, sports sociology and politics including FIFA governance, fandom and supporter cultures, the use of Britain's waterways for recreation and the importance of exercise cultures to mental health. We welcome students for a PhD in sports culture and PhD in leisure studies, offering an environment that takes a critical perspective on sport, recreation and leisure and develops a public-facing, interventionist social science. All PhD students with an interest in the field are welcomed into our Sport and Leisure Cultures Research Excellence Group.

Which department am I in?

School of Education, Sport and Health Sciences

Study options

Full Time (3 Years)

Tuition fees

£16,980.00 (US$ 21,928) per year

Accommodation - Rents and Bills - The average weekly rent in 2026 for a studio flat/one-bedroom flat is £300 (Range £230 to £484, bills not inclusive).

This is a provisional fee yet to be approved

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

Start date

October 2027

Venue

Falmer

Village Way,

Brighton,

Brighton and Hove,

BN1 9PH, Southern England, United Kingdom

Entry requirements

For international students

The entry requirements for the PhD are:a recognised Masters degree with a significant research component or similar qualification which is regarded by the University of Brighton as being equivalent and relevantor substantial appropriate research or professional experience at postgraduate level which resulted in published work, written reports or other appropriate evidence of accomplishment. An application made by someone with this experience will be considered on its merits and will normally require independent academic referencesor, unless a school exercises their right to specify more stringent entry requirements, we may consider a first or upper second honours degree or other qualification which is regarded by the University of Brighton as being equivalent and relevant.

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