PhD Development Studies at University of Manchester

Programme overview

Specialist doctoral training in Development and Economics studies supervised by researchers with very strong reputations for research quality. Work alongside a range of specialists conducting cutting-edge research in international development. Europe's largest dedicated development research and teaching institute.

Faculty: Faculty of Humanities | Department: School of Environment, Education and Development | Duration: 3 Year [Full-time], 6 Years [Part-time] | Study mode: full-time / part-time | Intake: September 2027 | Location: Manchester, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

The PhD in Development Studies offers two distinct routes, Development Studies or Development Economics, so you can align the programme with the research focus that best fits your background and goals. The PhD enables you to carry out a piece of in-depth research in the area that most interests you.

Career pathways

As a postgraduate researcher, you will have access to a dedicated researcher development training to support your professional development throughout your PhD journey and beyond. Our researcher development programme will enable you to become more aware of your developing researcher identity, equipping you with the skills you need during your PhD and prepare you to integrate into the researcher community.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Development Studies Pathway Bachelor's (Honours) degree at 2:1 or above (or overseas equivalent); and Master's degree in a relevant subject - with an overall average of 65% or above, a minimum mark of 65% in your dissertation (or overseas equivalent) Development Economics Pathway Bachelor's (Honours) degree at 2:1 or above (or overseas equivalent); and Master’s Degree in Economics or related field (with strong training in economics and... English language: IELTS test minimum score - 7.0 overall, 7.0 in writing, 6.0 in other sections. Interview: As part of the offer making process applicants will be required to undertake an interview assessment.

Domestic applicants: GBP 6,000 a year (2027/28). PhD (full-time) Source

International applicants: GBP 23,000 a year (2027/28). PhD (full-time) Source

Intake: September 2027

Duration: 3 Year [Full-time], 6 Years [Part-time]

Apply through the official page: https://www.humanities.manchester.ac.uk/study/postgraduate-research/how-to-apply/

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