Overview
About the programme
Our interdisciplinary approach goes beyond the academic divisions between sociology and social theory, and political theory and political philosophy. This Social and Political Thought programme is offered at the University of Sussex.
Programme Structure
You have the opportunity to work on a wide range of research projects, including:- various European traditions of social theory, political sociology, and Marxist and Frankfurt School critical theory
- Anglo-American political theory, constructivist theory from Kant to Rawls, and communitarian or neo-Aristotelian theory
- figures of social and political thought, from Aristotle to Habermas
- issues in postcolonialism, feminism and race critical theory
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 48 months
- Part-time
- 72 months
Start dates & application deadlines
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Disciplines
Political Science Social Policy View 49 other PhDs in Social Policy in United KingdomAcademic requirements
English requirements
Student insurance
Make sure to cover your health, travel, and stay while studying abroad. Even global coverages can miss important items, so make sure your student insurance ticks all the following:
- 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
- You’re normally expected to have a Masters degree and an upper second-class (2.1) undergraduate honours degree.
- Your qualification should be in a subject relevant to your chosen area of research. You may also be considered for the degree if you have other professional qualifications or experience of equivalent standing.
Tuition Fee
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International
21500 GBP/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 21500 GBP per year during 48 months.
- UK students: fees are not yet set
Living costs for Brighton
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
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Scholarships Information
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