iPhD Education (Integrated PhD) at University of Southampton

Programme overview

Help to shape the future of education through our research degrees at Southampton. Explore new ideas that can have an impact on practice as you develop your professional skills. Join our community of researchers and challenge current national and international thinking in education. We welcome applications from those looking to further their interest in the fields of education, such as: mathematics, science and health education, leadership, inclusion and work-related learning. On our PhD programme, we'll support you through expert joint supervision. You will typically work with 2 supervisors who are active research members of staff with expertise in your area of interest.

Faculty: Social Sciences | Department: Education | Duration: 4 to 5 years full-time; 6 to 8 years part-time | Study mode: full-time/part-time | Location: Southampton, England, United Kingdom

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Entry requirements

PhD You’ll need to have: 2:1 honours undergraduate degree or equivalent qualification in a relevant subject master's at merit level in a relevant subject a detailed research proposal that indicates potential for original contribution to knowledge satisfactory performance at interview iPhD You'll need to have: 2:1 honours undergraduate degree or equivalent qualification in a relevant subject a detailed research proposal that indicates potential for original contribution to knowledge satisfactory performance at interview If English is not your first language, you'll need an IELTS minimum level of 6.5 with a 6.0 in writing, readi

Domestic applicants: GBP 5,238 a year (2026/27). UK fee, full-time (also applies to Horizon Europe associated-country applicants). Part-time: UK £2,619, international £10,050 a year (South Coast DTP iPhD rate). Source

International applicants: GBP 20,100 a year (2026/27). International fee, full-time. Source

Duration: 4 to 5 years full-time; 6 to 8 years part-time

Apply through the official page: https://www.southampton.ac.uk/study/postgraduate-research/apply

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