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PhD of Social Sciences

About the program

A two-year pre-university programme in social science methods and analysis of diversity, Technology and the environment.

Demonstrate core knowledge in Social Sciences. Apply relevant methods and tools to academic or professional problems. Communicate findings clearly and work responsibly in individual and collaborative settings.

Two-year pre-university programme with 22 concentration courses plus general education. Courses include academic work tools and methods
Quantitative analysis
Qualitative research methods
Introduction to sociology
Applied statistics and a 30-hour integration project. No formal internship is listed.

A master's degree in a relevant subject (an exceptional first-class bachelor's may be considered) and a research proposal
practice-led applicants show a portfolio. English: IELTS 7.0 overall with no band below 6.5.

Master's degree (or first-class bachelor's) plus research proposal; practice-led applicants show a portfolio

Review the programme entry requirements and the intake deadline. Complete the institution application or the authorized admissions process for the selected course. Prepare the academic records and course-specific supporting documents requested by admissions. Provide English proficiency evidence if required. Follow the admission decision and arrange a student visa if applicable.

Campus	City Centre
Faculty or school	School of Law and Social Sciences
Department	Psychology Sociology and Criminology
Teaching language	English
Credit value	_
Study pace	Flexible
Post-study stay	3 years
Scholarship note	BCU publishes course- and cycle-specific scholarships, but the standard 2026/27 international taught Bachelor and Master awards exclude several postgraduate research, sub-degree and specialist courses. No applicable award for this qualification and 2027/28 intake has been confirmed.