MPhil/PhD Education & Social Policy at Cardiff Metropolitan University

The Education & Social Policy MPhil/PhD is one of Cardiff Met's research degrees, based on independent study with a supervisory team. The PhD is a Level 8 award involving an original research project examined by viva voce on a submitted thesis; the MPhil is a master's-level research qualification completed over a shorter period with a lower original-contribution requirement. It is offered at the Llandaff and Cyncoed campuses.

Duration: PhD: 3-4 years full time, 6-8 years part time. MPhil: 1-2 years full time, 3-4 years part time  |  Location: Cardiff, Wales, United Kingdom

What you will study

Candidates work with their supervisors to identify the most suitable programme of study, culminating in a thesis and viva voce examination.

Career pathways

Further research or a career built on advanced research skills; PhD candidates at Cardiff Met have researched topics including occupational stress, user-centred design, creative writing, athletic performance and data privacy.

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