PhD Social Policy and Society at Leeds Trinity University

Programme overview

Leeds Trinity University offers PhD research in Social Policy and Society, one of its primary research disciplines. Research degrees are awarded by the University of Leeds, with supervision from Leeds Trinity researchers.

Faculty: Research Degrees | Duration: Usually 3-4 years full-time; 5-7 years part-time | Study mode: full-time / part-time | Intake: October / February / May | Location: Leeds, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

An independent, supervised research project leading to a doctoral thesis, supported by the University's postgraduate researcher development programme.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Applicants demonstrate the necessary language proficiency and academic qualifications, prior experience in research, and a viable research proposal in an area the University can supervise (full requirements in the Postgraduate Research Admissions Policy). Applicants first submit an enquiry detailing the proposed project; decisions are based on the quality of the research proposal, fit with supervisory expertise and performance at interview.

Domestic applicants: GBP 4,400 a year (2025/26). UK home fee per year for PhD, MPhil or MbR (2025/26); 2026/27 table lists the MbR fee only. Source

International applicants: GBP 12,500 a year (2025/26). International fee per year for PhD, MPhil or MbR (2025/26). Source

Intake: October / February / May

Duration: Usually 3-4 years full-time; 5-7 years part-time

Apply through the official page: https://www.leedstrinity.ac.uk/research/research-degrees/how-to-apply/

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