Overview

We particularly welcome students from all health and social care disciplines who have an interest in exploring related subject areas.

3-year PhD (FT, PT, FT Distance Learning, PT Distance Learning options).

The Social Work programme of study at The University of Manchester consists of:

high-quality supervision by two members of staff with appropriate expertise to guide the PhD applicant throughout the study ensuring academic objectives are met and suitable training is provided;

research and transferable skills training and support;

taught course units in core research methods;

independent study;

an advisor to offer pastoral support.

4-year PhD (FT and FT Distance Learning options only).

We also offer a 4-year PhD programme for students who have not previously studied research methods or in the UK, who have limited English language skills or who have not completed master's.

In this programme, the first year is a foundation year designed to prepare you for the ensuing three years of the 3-year PhD programme.

Programme Structure

Other training and development

All of our postgraduate research students attend the Doctoral Academy Training Programme delivered by the Centre for Academic and Researcher Development (CARD).

The programme provides key transferable skills in areas such as commercial awareness, academic writing and public engagement. This training equips our postgraduates with the tools to progress beyond their research degree into influential positions within academia, industry and consultancy.

The emphasis is on enhancing skills critical to developing early-stage researchers and professionals, whether they relate to effective communication, disseminating research findings and project management skills.

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 36 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2024-04-01 00:00:00
- Apply before 2024-01-15 00:00:00
Starting 2024-09-25 00:00:00
- Apply before 2024-06-15 00:00:00
Starting 2025-01-29 00:00:00
- Apply before 2024-10-31 00:00:00

Language

English

IELTS

7

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TOEFL^® IBT

106

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Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

Social Work View 71 other PhDs in Social Work in United Kingdom

Academic requirements

GPA

Upper Second Class

English requirements

IELTS

7

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106

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Other requirements

General requirements

An honours degree (minimum Upper Second (2:1)) or the overseas equivalent in a relevant subject

OR a very good MSc/MPhil/MRes degree from a recognised institution

OR satisfactory work at postgraduate level (which must include some research training) undertaken for the equivalent of at least one year full-time.

The four-year programme is strongly recommended for anyone who:

has not studied in the UK before;

has not completed specific research methods training at master's level and received 'very good' grades;

has not completed a research dissertation at master's level and received 'very good' grades;
English language

Tuition Fee

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International

26500 GBP/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 26500 GBP per year during 36 months.
National

4712 GBP/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 4712 GBP per year during 36 months.

UK (per annum): Standard £4,712, Low £10,000, Medium £17,500, High £22,500
International (per annum): Standard £26,500, Low £27,500, Medium £34,500, High £39,500

Living costs for Manchester

645 - 1197 GBP /month

Living costs

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

Studyportals Student Grant Deadline: 30 June 2020

Apply and be among one of the 20 students to win €1000.

Studyportals Student Grant Deadline: 30 June 2020

Apply and be among one of the 20 students to win €1000.

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Scholarships Information

Below you will find PhD's scholarship opportunities for Social Work.

Available Scholarships

You are eligible to apply for these scholarships but a selection process will still be applied by the provider.

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