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4 years
SEP-25
PhD/DPhil - Doctor of Philosophy
Economics Politics
Research
This course is well-suited to those interested in analysing the diverse experiences and impacts of globalisation. Research political economy transformations at international and transnational levels, along with social and policy implications. You'll examine the economic, political, and social forces that contribute to globalisation, and build a deeper understanding of the key problems that confront humanity in the 21st century, including climate change, inequality, and human rights. The course includes new and interdisciplinary academic approaches, innovative qualitative and quantitative methods, policy agendas, creative thinking and rigorous data. Most students complete this programme in 4 years. You cannot take less than 2 years to finish your research and the maximum time you are allowed is normally 4 years.
Assessment descriptionMost research students who ‘do a PhD’ register in the first instance as probationer for the programme of PhD. Confirmation of PhD registration is subject to your passing an assessment process, which normally involves submission of written work and an oral examination.
Candidates are expected to carry out supervised research at the leading edge of their chosen subject, which must then be written up as a substantial thesis. The final stage of the PhD programme is the oral or viva voce examination, in which students are required to defend the thesis to a Board of Examiners.
For this course (per year)
£4,800
For this course (per year)
£22,400
A 1st or 2:1 honours degree (or equivalent) in an appropriate subject, from a recognised university. Or An equivalent degree in a less directly relevant subject together with substantial relevant work experience.
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