The School of Social Sciences and Humanities (SSH) welcomes applications for the doctoral programme in any of the research areas covered by the School. This includes: English (language, literature, applied linguistics), History, European Integration in comparative political, security, social and economic contexts, International Relations, Politics, Sociology and Policy.
Eligibility
Possess a masters degree from a UK university or hold an equivalent qualification. An overall merit or equivalent, with merit in the dissertation is normally required.
Have the required skills and experience
Fees
- UK students (2024/25): UKRI
- International students (2024/25): £15,800
Funding
ESRC funded PhD Studentships: Fully funded studentships from the Economic and Social Research Council as part of the Midlands Graduate School Doctoral Training Partnership.
BSS PhD Studentships: Will be provided to the successful applicant to cover tuition fees at either the Home or Overseas rate plus a maintenance grant at the standard UKRI rate (£17,668 p.a. in 2022/23) with the corresponding standard increases in subsequent years.
Application Deadline
Please note that each year there are two enrolment points and associated application deadlines:
- January (deadline 1st October)
- October (deadline 1st July)
Application Requirements
Apply by completing the Postgraduate Research Online Application Form in the section ‘Making your application’ below, including:
- A substantial outline of your proposed research
- Copies of your Bachelor and Masters degree certificates and transcripts of your grades (including English translations, if required)
- Two academic references, at least one of which must be from your most recent University
- Evidence of meeting the English languages requirements
- A personal statement
- A copy of your CV
