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PhD of Social Sciences
- London, United Kingdom
- 3 years
- English
- On campus
- PhD
About the program
A two-year pre-university programme in social science methods and analysis of diversity, Technology and the environment.
Program highlights
- Internship available: no
- Placement support: yes
- Work during study: yes
- Post-study work rights (3): yes
- PR pathway friendly: no
What you will learn
- 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.
Career outcomes
- Policy Analyst
- Research Assistant
- Community Program Coordinator
- Social Services Coordinator
- Human Resources Specialist
Curriculum
- 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.
Entry requirements
Academic
- Unconfirmed in the copies read
- Apply with a research proposal and find a supervisor first (Postgraduate research page).
Accepted academic background
Unconfirmed in the copies read, Apply with a research proposal and find a supervisor first (Postgraduate research page).
Documents you’ll need
- English Language Test Results
- Research Proposal
- Academic Transcripts
- Degree Certificate
- Personal Statement
- Recommendation Letters.
How to apply
- Check the course entry requirements
- English test score and deadline on the course page and the international entry requirements page. Apply direct from the UEL site
- Which is free of charge. Check your email for the offer. Accept through the Applicant Portal and pay the tuition fee deposit (amount in your offer) or submit a sponsor guarantee letter. Complete any further assessment and receive your CAS. Apply for the UK Student visa with proof of funds. Attend induction week.
Other costs
| Tuition per year | £17,400 GBP |
|---|---|
| Application fee | £50 GBP |
| Deposit | £31,530 GBP |
Program details
| Campus | Stratford Campus, University Square Stratford, London E15 1NF |
|---|---|
| Faculty or school | School of Childhood and Social Care |
| Department | General Studies |
| Teaching language | English |
| Credit value | 360 |
| Study pace | Fixed |
| Post-study stay | 3 |
| Scholarship note | International scholarships and discounts of up to 5, 000 GBP for self-funded international students, 5% Early-payment discount (International fees and funding page, Archived 2026-10-03). |
Intakes and deadlines
Program starts
September 2027
Apply by
No deadline listed
Frequently asked questions
The program takes 3 years.
Tuition is £17,400 GBP per year. The application fee is £50 GBP. The deposit is £31,530 GBP. The estimated living cost is £18,840 GBP.

