Sociology University of Essex

Overview

This PhD Sociology from University of Essex is a tailor-made course that seeks to combine skills and enhanced subject specific research proposals to give you the best underpinning for your doctoral studies. A core aim of the course is for students to refine English language for scholarly communication, enhance academic skills for postgraduate study, hone higher-level research skills, and master how to study and manage academic work in the UK.

Your future

Many of the postgraduates go on to successful academic careers, both in the UK and overseas. Others have established careers in non-governmental organisations, local authorities, specialist think tanks, government departments, charities, media production, and market research.

The University is strong across the social sciences so, by studying with them, you gain the opportunity to work with and be taught by well known international scholars. They have strong interdisciplinary links which mean your research and studies can be informed by a variety of perspectives.