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PhD of Language, Policy and Planning
- Cardiff, United Kingdom
- 3 years
- English
- On campus
- PhD
About the program
A 3-year full-time Doctor of Philosophy in Language, Policy and Planning by research, offered by Cardiff University.
Program highlights
- Internship available: no
- Placement support: no
- Work during study: yes
- Post-study work rights (2): yes
- PR pathway friendly: no
What you will learn
- Develop foundational knowledge in Language
- Policy and Planning. Apply skills related to Research degree with no taught modules listed
- an independent project in Language
- Policy and Planning under a supervisory team. Interpret relevant evidence and communicate findings within the discipline.
Career outcomes
- Higher education
- Research
- Media
- Teaching
- Government
- Publishing
Curriculum
- Research degree with no taught modules listed: an independent project in Language
- Policy and Planning under a supervisory team
- supported by research-skills training and regular progress reviews
- and finished with a thesis defended in an oral examination (viva voce).
Entry requirements
Academic
- Upper second-class honours degree or master degree in a relevant subject
- Or equivalent
- With a research proposal and supervisor (university research-degree entry rules)
- Additional academic criteria: Varies by school and programme
- Research proposal and a supervisor are normally needed for self-funded applications.
Accepted academic background
Good honours degree and/or master's degree in a relevant subject (set by each school)
Language tests
- IELTS 6.5
- TOEFL iBT 88
- PTE Academic 69
Documents you’ll need
- Completed Application
- Official Academic Transcripts
- Passport or Identity Document
- Previous Degree Certificate
- Academic References
- Statement of Purpose
- Research Proposal
- Academic CV
How to apply
- Review the Language
- Policy and Planning admission requirements and the current intake deadline. Prepare a research proposal and contact a potential supervisor where the program requires one. Complete the application through the university application portal. Prepare academic transcripts and evidence of previous qualifications. Provide English language test results if required. Submit the supporting documents requested by admissions. Confirm the applicable application fee before submitting the application. Review any admission offer and complete the required acceptance steps. Prepare the appropriate student immigration application if necessary.
Other costs
| Tuition per year | £36,700 GBP |
|---|---|
| Application fee | £35 GBP |
| Deposit | £3,000 GBP |
Program details
| Campus | Cardiff |
|---|---|
| Faculty or school | Academic Unit Not Confirmed |
| Department | Academic Unit Not Confirmed |
| Teaching language | English |
| Credit value | 180 |
| Study pace | Fixed |
| Post-study stay | 2 |
| Scholarship note | Potential Cardiff University scholarship or funding opportunities may be relevant to Language, Policy and Planning. Confirm the award, international eligibility, funding level, and application dates with the institution. |
Intakes and deadlines
Program starts
September 2027
Apply by
18 Jun 2027
216 days left
Frequently asked questions
The program takes 3 years.
The next deadline is 18 Jun 2027. Apply early, because some programs close when places fill up.
Tuition is £36,700 GBP per year. The application fee is £35 GBP. The deposit is £3,000 GBP. The estimated living cost is £10,539 GBP.
Accepted language tests: IELTS 6.5, TOEFL iBT 88, PTE Academic 69.

