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PhD in Social Sciences- Education, skills and labour markets

PhD in Social Sciences- Education, skills and labour markets

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Full time | Cathays Park Campus | 3 years | JUL-25

Study mode

Full time

Duration

3 years

Start date

JUL-25

Key information
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Qualification type

PhD/DPhil - Doctor of Philosophy

Subject areas

Social Sciences

Course Summary

We have a long tradition of exploring the ‘knowledge economy’ and the relationship between education, skills and labour markets at different life-course stages, in different employment sectors and for different professions. Projects have explored the links between education, skills and the labour market from a number of directions. We have particular strengths in the ‘political arithmetic’ of education outcomes. For example, we have used linked datasets to explore the significance of careers education and to examine school and area level effects in widening participation in higher education. We also undertake horizon-scanning research on the changing nature of work, the growth of artificial intelligence and the changing skills requirement, as well as exploring the consequences of globalisation on key employment sectors, such as the shipping industry.

Tuition fees

UK fees
Course fees for UK students

For this course (per year)

£4,786

International fees
Course fees for EU and international students

For this course (per year)

£25,450

Entry requirements

Candidates for PhD programmes should have a good first degree (2:1 and above) and/or a masters degree. Candidates who do not have a masters degree in Social Science Research Methods (SSRM) may be required to undertake some or all of the SSRM programme on the advice of their prospective supervisors. For overseas candidates, the minimum qualifications will include a good first degree equivalent to a 2:1 degree at a UK university, and a certificate of competence in English (see below). Work experience will also be taken into consideration when assessing an application. In the College of Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences, we normally expect applicants for PhD programmes to have an overall average grade of at least 60 in their Master's degree, with 60 or more in the dissertation, or to be able to demonstrate relevant professional experience. Applications from individuals from groups which are under-represented in postgraduate study will be considered on a case-by-case basis.