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Students reading at Westmere on the University of Birmingham campus

Congratulations on your offer to study a research degree!

Congratulations from Ellie Dobson, Director of Admissions for the College of Arts and Law

My research topic focuses on the impact Black Majority Churches have on Black communities in Birmingham. Both of my supervisors have spent years exploring the influences Black Majority Churches have on the Black communities in Africa and the UK.

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Ellis
PhD African Studies and Anthropology; 125th Anniversary Scholarship for Black British Researchers recipient

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At Birmingham, we're leading conversations on heritage by recognising the intricate interplay between heritage, placemaking, sustainability, and wellbeing. 

Distance learning in the College of Arts and Law

With over 20 years' experience offering distance learning programmes, we'll support you to pursue your research. Access our expert supervision and research community from anywhere in the world.

Digital communication tools allow me to be in touch with the supervisors and attend meetings regularly at very much the same pace as if I were based on campus.

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Lukasz
PhD researcher in the College of Arts and Law
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    The Birmingham Doctoral Programme is a structured research experience co-ordinated by the University Doctoral School. It offers world-class supervision, a tailored development framework, and real-world engagement opportunities that prepare you to flourish, whatever your future holds.

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