Manchester Politics hosts the British Election Study : the largest quantitative data source in politics in Britain.
Politics PhD, Ph.D.
- AnytimeApplication Deadline
- 36 monthsDuration
- UnknownTuition Fee17000 GBP/yearTuition Fee4195 GBP/yearTuition Fee
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Overview
As a result our Department welcomes applications for PhDs utilising this data for British or comparative projects.
Additional programme informationThe School of Social Sciences is now based in a brand new purpose-built building which allows 24/7 access.
There is shared workspace available for research students within the Discipline Area and also a dedicated area in the atrium with computer terminals
Accreditation
Officially accredited and/or recognized by the Privy Council, The University of Manchester is a very large (uniRank enrollment range: 35,000-39,999 students) coeducational higher education institution. The University of Manchester offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor degrees, master degrees, doctorate degrees in several areas of study.
Detailed Programme Facts
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- Good news: You can apply for this programme anytime before its start date.
Always verify the dates on the programme website.
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- Programme intensity
You can choose to do this programme part-time or full-time.
Full-time- Full-time duration 36 months
- Intensity Flexible
- Languages
- English
- Delivery mode On Campus
Programme Structure
Courses include:
- PhD Research Design
- PhD Seminars
English Language Requirements
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Minimum required score:
100The TOEFL iBT ® measures your English-language abilities in an academic setting. The test has four sections (reading, listening, speaking, and writing), each with a score range of 0-30, for a total score range of 0-120.
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Minimum required score:
7The IELTS – or the International English Language Test System – tests your English-language abilities (writing, listening, speaking, and reading) on a scale of 1.00–9.00. The minimum IELTS score requirement refers to which Overall Band Score you received, which is your combined average score. Read more about IELTS.
General Requirements
- MINIMUM UK Master degree (or overseas equivalent) with a coursework/examination average of 60% or more AND a dissertation mark of 60% or more in a relevant subject with no mark below 50%. PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS IS A MINIMUM REQUIREMENT AND IN SOME CASES THE SUPERVISORY TEAM MAY REQUEST HIGHER MARKS OR DEGREE CLASSIFICATION DEPENDING ON INDIVIDUAL ASSESSMENT.
- Having an expert supervisor is extremely important for success in Research degree programmes and part of the application process is that we seek suitable supervision. We cannot provide supervision across all areas and we are therefore sometimes unable to offer admission to excellent applicants.
Tuition Fee
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International Applies to you
17000 GBP/yearTuition FeeBased on the original amount of 17000 GBP per year and a duration of 36 months. -
EU/EEA Applies to you
4195 GBP/yearTuition FeeBased on the original amount of 4195 GBP per year and a duration of 36 months.
We've labeled the tuition fee that applies to you because we think you are from and prefer over other currencies.
PhD (part-time)
- UK/EU students (per annum): £2,098
- International students (per annum): £8,500
Living costs for Manchester
- 645 - 1200 GBP/monthLiving Costs
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
Research programme funding - 2013/2014 entry
The following funding is available for PhD study;
- School PhD Teaching Studentships
- NWDTC (ESRC) Studentships
- Economics Discipline Area Studentships
- President's Doctoral Scholarships
- Overseas Research Scholar Awards(ORSA)
- Alumni Fund for PhD Award (Social Cohesion, Regenerative Medicine, Science & Society, Cancer 2015, World Poverty & Carbon Reduction)
- School Teaching Assistant (TA) Scheme
Studyportals Tip: Students can search online for independent or external scholarships that can help fund their studies. Check the scholarships to see whether you are eligible to apply. Many scholarships are either merit-based or needs-based.
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