Research degrees

Our postgraduate research programmes reflect the main areas of work within the School of Social Policy.

Health Services Management PhD/MPhil

  • Postgraduate
  • Doctoral research
  • Full time, part time

We offer two types of research degree: a Health Services Management MPhil and PhD. Prospective applicants for research degrees in any aspect of health service management and health care policy are invited to apply, outlining their special interests. As part of their [more...]

Social Policy PhD/MPhil

  • Postgraduate
  • Doctoral research
  • Full time, part time

All our research degrees involve appropriate postgraduate research training modules, which are agreed with the supervisor and the Institute Research Student Coordinator, and which are assessed. In addition, we hold regular research student workshops and seminars and [more...]

Applied Social Research Doctorate (SocScD)

  • Postgraduate
  • Continuing professional development, combined research and taught
  • Part time

Applied Social Research is an ESRC recognised taught doctorate which is designed for those who are involved in the practical aspects of social policy and practice in a wide range of settings. It aims to develop critical reflection on participants' policy, practice [more...]

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Integrated Study (Social Sciences) PhD

  • Postgraduate
  • Doctoral research
  • Full time

This four-year PhD programme is designed for individuals wishing to develop advanced knowledge and skills in social science research design and methods through a mixture of coursework and independent research with supervisory support. The programme is particularly [more...]

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