PhD Programmes

Newcastle University – PhD in Sociology

Newcastle University PhD programme in Sociology.

Programme overview

University
Newcastle University
Region
UK
Field
Sociology
Duration
3 years
Intake
September
  • World-Class Faculty

Research Focus

The intersection of migration with asylum, race and religion, anti-racism, Islamophobia and gender. Appropriate for students: social sciences, humanities, political science, history and, in part, health and public policy related fields.

Entry Requirements

  1. 2: 1 Honorary bachelor's degree and master's degree or international equivalent.
  2. GPS 3.0.
  3. IELTS 7.0, not less than 6.5.
  4. 100, (hearing 21, reading 22, speaking 23, writing
  5. The acquisition of an degree from an English-speaking country is exempt from language achievement.

Application Materials

  1. Certificate and report card.
  2. Curricula vitae.
  3. Personal statements and research proposals (requirement and mentor determination).
  4. Letter of recommendation 2-3.

Application Period

The application process for self-funded years (recommended two months in advance) for single enrolment periods: 9 and 1:

  • The applicant submits a curriculum vitae and will make a preliminary assessment.
  • Private interviews with potential mentors will be invited through the initial screening.
  • Interviews are successful and applications are formally submitted through the network of officials.
  • Notice of admission.

Self-financing is available for the whole year (the recommendation is two months in advance). Enrolment time: 9 months and 1 months

Programme Structure and Funding

Full-time doctoral studies 3 years.

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