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University of Bath: Global Challenges & Transformations
| Institution | University of Bath View institution profile |
|---|---|
| Department | Social and Policy Sciences View department profile |
| Web | https://www.bath.ac.uk/faculties/faculty-of-humanities-social-sciences/ |
| doctoraladmissions@bath.ac.uk | |
| Telephone | 01225 385982 |
| Study type | Research |
Summary
Research contemporary global challenges connected to geopolitics, economic and social inequalities, and mobilities within and across borders.
This course is well-suited to those interested in analysing the diverse experiences and impacts of current global challenges from an interdisciplinary perspective. You will develop a systematic understanding and critical appreciation of research in social and political enquiry and the way they can be applied for investigating contemporary global challenges connected to geopolitics, economic and social inequalities, and mobilities within and across borders in an interdisciplinary way.
This programme is only available through the Southwest Doctoral Training Partnership. Applications open from October each year and close around January. More information is available to Study as a South West Doctoral Training Partnership (SWDTP) student at Bath
If you are interested in a PhD on this topic but not through the DTP, then please apply for a PhD in the Social & Policy Sciences department.
You will start this programme in October.
Programme content Learning - Doctoral skills online
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Doctoral skills workshop
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Research project
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Supervisory team
Research content This programme includes a significant piece of research aimed at enabling you to contribute to the academic community through a large written thesis (typically up to 90,000 words).
Professional development is a crucial element of doctoral study, not only in supporting your research but also as part of your longer term career development. Our DoctoralSkills workshops and courses will help you build your skills and help you succeed in your doctorate. Read more about professional development support on our website.
For interdisciplinary pathways the Lead Supervisor will be from the applicant’s home institution and the second supervisor must be from a different discipline (a different sub-discipline is not sufficient; however, the second could still be from the same institution but a different discipline). The Lead and Second Supervisors must be employed at one of the SWDTP’s partner institutions – Bath, Bristol, Exeter, Plymouth or UWE Bristol.
Professional Development Professional development is a crucial element of doctoral study, not only in supporting your research but also as part of your longer term career development. Our DoctoralSkills workshops and courses will help you build your skills and help you succeed in your doctorate.
Doctor of Philosophy - PhD
| Level | RQF Level 8 |
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| Entry requirements | - At least a 2:1 degree in a social science subject (or) - An equivalent degree in another subject, together with substantial relevant work experience Underlying these conditions is a belief that students must bring a minimum combination of theoretical knowledge and practical experience to the programme. Marginal cases are often dealt with at interview, and it is not uncommon for relatively inexperienced students to be asked to defer entry. English Language requirements - IELTS: 7.0 overall with no less than 6.5 in all components You will need to get your English language qualification within 24 months prior to starting your course. If you need to improve your English language skills before starting your studies, you may be able to take a pre-sessional course to reach the required level. |
| Location | University of Bath Claverton Down Bath Banes Bath BA2 7AY |
| Level | RQF Level 8 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | - At least a 2:1 degree in a social science subject (or) - An equivalent degree in another subject, together with substantial relevant work experience Underlying these conditions is a belief that students must bring a minimum combination of theoretical knowledge and practical experience to the programme. Marginal cases are often dealt with at interview, and it is not uncommon for relatively inexperienced students to be asked to defer entry. English Language requirements - IELTS: 7.0 overall with no less than 6.5 in all components You will need to get your English language qualification within 24 months prior to starting your course. If you need to improve your English language skills before starting your studies, you may be able to take a pre-sessional course to reach the required level. |
| Location | University of Bath Claverton Down Bath Banes Bath BA2 7AY |
The University of Bath
Faculty of Humanities & Social Sciences
The Faculty of Humanities & Social Sciences at the University of Bath conducts high-quality research focussed on solving some of the world’s biggest problems and improving the societies we live in. Academics working within the faculty are active researchers, which means that as a student, you will benefit from the real-world experience they bring into their teaching.
The Faculty comprises of six departments:
- Economics
- Education
- Health
- Politics, Languages & International Studies
- Psychology
- Social & Policy Sciences
By studying and researching with us you’ll be welcomed into a multidisciplinary, diverse academic …
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