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University of Sussex: Science and Technology Policy Studies Integrated

Institution University of Sussex View institution profile
Department University of Sussex Business School View department profile
Web www.sussex.ac.uk/business-school
Telephone 01273 876806
Study type Research

Summary

1st in the world for Development Studies (QS World University Rankings by Subject 2023)

1st in the UK among science and technology policy think tanks for SPRU – Science Policy Research Unit (Global Go To Think Tank Index Report 2020)

1st in the UK for annual research income in 2019-2022 (Chartered Association of Business Schools)

From science and technology capability building in developing countries to policy and regulation in energy and high technology industries to rethinking sustainable development – our current research projects fall under three main headings:

  • Governance and Sustainability

  • Innovation in Firms and Industries

  • National and International Science and Technology Systems.

At SPRU – Science Policy Research Unit, you’ll work with internationally recognised experts employing an issue-focused interdisciplinary approach to innovation and industrial policy.

You’ll become a skilled research practitioner with a broad set of advanced skills to help you address global challenges. Your training on this integrated PhD will enable you to effectively engage with – and shape – socioeconomic policies. This includes areas such as innovation, entrepreneurship, inclusive trade, minimum wage, education and development.

What is an integrated PhD? An integrated PhD includes taking Masters-level modules in your first year as preparation for PhD-level research.

The taught year will help develop your research skills, ready for your PhD. It covers:

  • quantitative, qualitative and analytical methods

  • empirical design

  • programming.

Through the taught modules, you’ll gain a meaningful progression point and all the support you need for your PhD. Once you’ve successfully completed the taught element of the degree, you’re ready to progress to the research phase of your PhD including your research thesis.

During your PhD, you’ll continue to receive training. You’ll develop more advanced research and publishing skills including:

  • writing

  • winning grants

  • stakeholder engagement.

The integrated PhD offers the depth rigour and focus of a PhD, while developing your research and employability skills.

We understand that deciding where and what to study is a very important decision. We’ll make all reasonable efforts to provide you with the courses, services and facilities described in this prospectus. However, if we need to make material changes, for example due to government or regulatory requirements, or unanticipated staff changes, we’ll let you know as soon as possible.

PhD with Integrated Study

Study the issues that matter and advance your career with a top ranked global Business School. Our students gain the knowledge and skills help make them better leaders for tomorrow.

Our graduates leave us with the necessary skills to innovate and improve business practice throughout their careers. We also take an international perspective in our teaching and research, by exploring issues that affect a wide range of countries and cultures.

Whether you’re looking to innovate at the heart of a company, start your own business or drive policy change, our Masters programmes teach you to think …

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