Overview

With supervisory expertise at the intersections between theory and practice, the University of Cumbria offers a range of doctoral programmes to suit your research needs. These include full-time and part-time options for Doctor of Philosophy degrees, PhDs by Art Practice, PhDs by Alternative Format and Professional Doctorates (DProf).

On this course you will:

Benefit from excellent supervision by a supervisory team.
Become a part of a dedicated Graduate School.
Have access to our research repository, networks, and facilities.
Have the opportunity for supervised involvement in teaching.
Have the option to study at our Ambleside, Carlisle or Lancaster campuses.

Programme Structure

Structure:

A Doctor in Philosophy (PhD) is awarded to students who undertake a substantial research project that impacts the future of their field of study, contributing new knowledge, techniques, and understanding.
For a traditional PhD, you will research a subject independently, supported by two supervisors and occasionally three if external specialist subject expertise is required.
All supervisors provide advice and oversee students’ progress, usually through regular supervision meetings. If you are full-time you will be allocated 30 hours of contact time per year and if you are part-time 20 hours per year.

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 36 months
Part-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2025-10-01 00:00:00

Application deadline not specified.
Starting 2026-03-01 00:00:00

Application deadline not specified.

Language

English

Delivered

Blended

Disciplines

General Studies View 24 other PhDs in General Studies in United Kingdom

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Academic requirements

GPA

Upper Second Class

English requirements

We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.

Other requirements

General requirements

A 1st or 2:1 Honours degree, or Merit or Distinction Masters degree or its equivalent in a relevant discipline from a recognised university in the UK or comparable university overseas. A Master's degree may be desirable in some subject areas.
To apply for the PhD Programme, you must submit an application form and a research proposal.

Student insurance

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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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Tuition Fee

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International

15000 GBP/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 15000 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 Lancaster

660 - 1140 GBP /month

Living costs

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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