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PhD Social Work at University of Plymouth

University of Plymouth, United Kingdom

Programme overview

This PhD is aimed at social work practitioners, researchers, managers and educators, and offers you an opportunity to grow the knowledge base of social work through your own original contribution to research. You will work on an advanced research project with a supervisory team who closely align with your research interests, and will meet with you throughout the programme to support you as you develop your research skills and knowledge.

Faculty: School of Health Professions  |  Duration: Full time: 2-4 years Part time: 4-8 years  |  Study mode: full-time, part-time route available  |  Location: Plymouth, England, United Kingdom

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Application information

Domestic applicants: GBP 5,238 a year (2026/27). Full-time tuition, band 1 Source

International applicants: GBP 16,870 a year (2026/27). Full-time tuition, band 1 Source

Duration: Full time: 2-4 years Part time: 4-8 years

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