Global Challenges and Transformations (PhD) at University of Bristol

The PhD Global Challenges and Transformations is linked to the interdisciplinary South West doctoral pathway of the same name. Offer holders will need to apply to and be awarded an SWDTP studentship for this pathway to meet the conditions for registration on this programme. Conduct advanced research on global challenges and transformations in an innovative interdisciplinary school.

Faculty: Faculty of Arts, Law and Social Sciences  |  Department: School of Sociology, Politics and International Studies  |  Duration: Up to four years full-time, up to eight years part-time  |  Study mode: full-time, part-time  |  Intake: Most students will start in September 2027.  |  Location: Bristol, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

The PhD in Global Challenges and Transformations will combine both taught and research components. The taught component provide you with the necessary research methods skills to become an independent researcher, including a better understanding of the research process, ethics, and methodologies so that you are fully equipped to work on your PhD project. You are required to complete this, unless you can provide evidence that you have undertaken this training before joining the programme.

Career pathways

Bristol graduates are in high demand and have an excellent record of employment following graduation. Graduates of our postgraduate research programmes go on to pursue varied and interesting careers.

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