Overview
About the programme
You’ll work with faculty who are global in their outlook and experts in their fields. Our doctoral researchers at the University of Sussex come from all over the world. For many, the PhD is an important step in advancing a professional career.
We host one research centre, the Centre for Innovation and Research in Wellbeing (CIRW) (hosted by the Department of Social Work and Social Care and School of Education and Social Work). Doctoral researchers become members of this and more centres, depending on their area of interest, with supervisors generally coming from CIRW.
Programme Structure
Key research themes:- Ageing and Wellbeing
- Children and Wellbeing
- Migration and Wellbeing
- Cultural and Collective Sources of Wellbeing
- Spirituality, Place and Wellbeing
- Health, Mental Health and Wellbeing
- Death and Dying
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 48 months
- Part-time
- 72 months
Start dates & application deadlines
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Language
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Disciplines
Social Work Sociology View 137 other PhDs in Sociology 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 Masters-level qualification must be in a related subject area or you must show evidence of your research experience gained in the UK or overseas education system.
- In exceptional circumstances, you may also be considered for this course if you don’t have the academic qualifications required but can show evidence of relevant professional experience.
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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Available Scholarships
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