Overview

About the programme

Our mission in the Sheffield Methods Institute at the University of Sheffield is to harness rigorous quantitative and qualitative methods, to enable our researchers and external partners to find the answers to the big challenges facing society.

Programme Structure

Research themes include:

Inequality
Social justice and inclusion
Mobility and migration
Participation
Methods and methodology

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 36 months
Part-time
- 72 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2025-09-30 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-09-06 00:00:00 , National
- Apply before 2025-09-02 00:00:00 , International

More details

Although we advise students to start in September/October, it's often possible to start postgraduate research at any point in the year.

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

88

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Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

Sociology View 123 other PhDs in Sociology in United Kingdom

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Academic requirements

GPA

First Class

English requirements

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88

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Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
Liability
Home contents and baggage
Accidents
Legal aid

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Other requirements

General requirements

Research students normally need a first degree which is equivalent to a UK 2:1 classification or better, and a masters degree which is equivalent to a UK mark of 65% or above. Candidates with other qualifications will be considered on an individual basis.

Tuition Fee

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International

21560 GBP/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 21560 GBP per year during 36 months.
National

4786 GBP/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 4786 GBP per year during 36 months.

Living costs for Sheffield

555 - 977 GBP /month

Living costs

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

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