PhD Social Sciences at Birmingham City University

We support a growing and vibrant community of PhD students. The PhD is an advanced postgraduate qualification, involving three or more years in which you work through the issues associated with solving a particular problem. Each research student is supported by a team of supervisors appointed for the particular study.

Faculty: Faculty of Business, Law and Social Sciences  |  Department: Psychology, Sociology and Criminology  |  Duration: 3-4 years full-time; 4-7 years part-time; 4-7 years distance learning  |  Study mode: full-time/online/part-time  |  Intake: September 2026, February 2027  |  Location: Birmingham, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Our Social Sciences staff have recognised standing, nationally and internationally, in the following broad areas: Our PhD students benefit from regular supervision meetings with academics who are experts in their field. They have the opportunity to become members of our proactive research community made up of academics, postgraduate researchers and external partners.

Career pathways

The PhD award is a well established and valued professional qualification within the sector and will enhance career prospects. For those wanting to follow a career in teaching and researching in higher Education, a PhD is highly desirable.

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