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PhD/DPhil - Doctor of Philosophy
University of Birmingham
Full Time
Sep 2026
3 Year
Course highlights In the School of Social Policy and Society, we offer much more than a degree. PhD students have the opportunity to take part in a wide range of events including Departmental Research Seminars, Research Centre Seminars, Postgraduate Research Student Seminars, as well as a vibrant and engaged PhD researcher community. Join the School of Social Policy and Society and have access to a wide range of specialists in a vibrant and engaged research community. Study at the UK's most targeted university by the country’s leading graduate employers (Highfliers 2024). Have access to a sophisticated, hi-tech learning environment. There are nine libraries supporting your learning through access to one of the biggest research library facilities in the UK. Course delivery There will be a combination of taught courses in the first year and careful supervision throughout your study, with the aim of helping you to produce a thesis that makes a significant and original contribution to the discipline.
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