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MPhil/PhD in Sociology and Criminology

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Full time | Manchester Metropolitan University | 3 years | JAN-26

Study mode

Full time

Duration

3 years

Start date

JAN-26

Key information
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Qualification type

PhD/DPhil - Doctor of Philosophy

Subject areas

Criminology Sociology

Course Summary

With a PhD or other postgraduate research degree in the areas of Sociology and Criminology you will:Work with leading experts in the field. Our researchers have an international reputation for excellence. In the most recent research assessment exercise, 67% of our Sociology research and 60% of our Social Work & Social Policy research was ranked either world leading or internationally excellent (REF2014). We are in the top ten institutions in the country for Sociology impact (Times Higher Education).Choose from our flexible study pathways. We offer PhD, MPhil and MA by Research, which can be taken either full or part time. We offer campus-based and distance learning programmes.Join a thriving intellectual community. You will be a member of our new Research Centre for Applied Social Sciences, an interdisciplinary hub for ground-breaking theoretical and applied research. We are also home to the Policy Evaluation and Research Unit (PERU), the Manchester Centre for Youth Studies and the Crime & Well-Being Big Data Centre. Our research is characterised by a particular commitment to research that makes a difference and often that which engages in a two-way relationship with local communities.Engage in innovative public engagement programmes. RAH (Research in Arts and Humanities) is a curated programme of public lectures, performances, film screenings, fairs, interventions, discussions, artist happenings and augmented reality.Undertake tailored personal and professional development training. The Postgraduate Arts and Humanities Centre (PAHC) provides a unique and comprehensive development programme for research students.

Tuition fees

UK fees
Course fees for UK students

For this course (per year)

£5,006

International fees
Course fees for EU and international students

For this course (per year)

£19,000

Entry requirements

You should, as a minimum, have a first or 2.1 honours degree or an equivalent qualification.

University information

Manchester Metropolitan University is a modern institution that cares deeply about offering students a vibrant, supportive community to learn. Over 8,000 students have studied at Manchester Met for a postgraduate qualification, with excellent results. The university has four faculties – Business and Law, Arts and Humanities, Health and Education, and Science and Engineering. Each is led by an expert team who are passionate about developing...more

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