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PhD of Regional Economic and Social Research
- Sheffield, United Kingdom
- 4 years
- English
- On campus
- PhD
About the program
Supervised doctoral research through the Centre for Regional Economic and Social Research.
Program highlights
- Internship available: no
- Placement support: yes
- Work during study: yes
- Post-study work rights (3 years): yes
- PR pathway friendly: no
What you will learn
- Apply core concepts and methods in Regional Economic and Social Research to practical and academic problems. Develop and demonstrate skills relevant to take part in research training
- seminars
- submit a thesis that is examined at a viva
- as reflected in the supplied curriculum summary. Plan independent research
- evaluate scholarly evidence
- and communicate research findings responsibly.
Career outcomes
- Academia
- policy
- practice
Curriculum
- A research degree with no taught modules: a supervised project with training
- leading to a thesis. Students receive regular supervision
- take part in research training and seminars
- and submit a thesis that is examined at a viva.
Entry requirements
Academic
- Relevant undergraduate degree (2.1 or above) and/or masters
- with a research proposal and personal statement.
Accepted academic background
Relevant undergraduate degree (2.1+) and/or masters; online application with research proposal (up to 1,500 words) and personal statement
Language tests
- IELTS 7.0
- TOEFL iBT 91
- Duolingo 130
- PTE Academic 76
- IELTS Academic 7
Documents you’ll need
- English Language Test Results
- Research Proposal
- Personal Statement
How to apply
- Review the program admission requirements and intake availability. Prepare your academic records and required supporting documents. Contact a prospective supervisor and prepare a research proposal if the program requires them. Submit the application through the institution's approved application process. Provide language proficiency evidence and pay any application fee when applicable. Monitor the application status and respond to requests for additional information.
Other costs
| Tuition per year | £19,530 GBP |
|---|---|
| Application fee | _ |
| Deposit | _ |
Program details
| Campus | City Campus |
|---|---|
| Faculty or school | Sheffield Institute of Law and Social Sciences |
| Department | _ |
| Teaching language | English |
| Credit value | _ |
| Study pace | Fixed |
| Post-study stay | 3 years |
| Scholarship note | _ |
Intakes and deadlines
Program starts
October 2027
Apply by
30 Jun 2027
228 days left
Frequently asked questions
The program takes 4 years.
The next deadline is 30 Jun 2027. Apply early, because some programs close when places fill up.
Tuition is £19,530 GBP per year. The estimated living cost is £10,827 GBP.
Accepted language tests: IELTS 7.0, TOEFL iBT 91, Duolingo 130, PTE Academic 76, IELTS Academic 7.

