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University of Westminster, London: Social Sciences PhD by Published Work
| Institution | University of Westminster, London View institution profile |
|---|---|
| Department | School of Social Sciences View department profile |
| Web | https://www.westminster.ac.uk |
| pgadmissions@westminster.ac.uk | |
| Telephone | +44 (0)20 350 66333 |
| Study type | Research |
Summary
Located in the heart of London, the School of Social Sciences has an active research culture to which our well-established doctoral research programme makes a vital contribution.
The School incorporates well-established research programmes in politics and international relations, psychology, sociology and criminology and is home to the Centre for the Study of Democracy. Research in the School across these fields has an international reputation for excellence, as was confirmed by the 2014 Research Excellence Framework.
Doctor of Philosophy - PhD
| Level | RQF Level 8 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | Applicants should have a minimum classification of 2.1 in their first degree or equivalent and preferably a master's degree (or masters degree pending). Applicants whose first degree has not been studied in English should have IELTS 6.5 overall and 6.0 in all elements. Submissions for this award will consist of a coherent body of work which is of the same quality, rigour and volume as required of a standard PhD in your field and which constitutes an original contribution to knowledge. Publications considered appropriate for this route can include books and book chapters, refereed journal papers. The body of work may not include any material produced more than ten years before the date of submission. Applicants need to submit a research proposal of 2000 words which should include a list of applicant's publications with dates, word count, percentage of contribution for any collaborative work and confirmation from co-authors of this percentage. References are normally required and if not provided with your application will be requested at a later date. |
| Location | 115 New Cavendish Street 115 New Cavendish Street Westminster W1W 6UW |
| Level | RQF Level 8 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | Applicants should have a minimum classification of 2.1 in their first degree or equivalent and preferably a master's degree (or masters degree pending). Applicants whose first degree has not been studied in English should have IELTS 6.5 overall and 6.0 in all elements. Submissions for this award will consist of a coherent body of work which is of the same quality, rigour and volume as required of a standard PhD in your field and which constitutes an original contribution to knowledge. Publications considered appropriate for this route can include books and book chapters, refereed journal papers. The body of work may not include any material produced more than ten years before the date of submission. Applicants need to submit a research proposal of 2000 words which should include a list of applicant's publications with dates, word count, percentage of contribution for any collaborative work and confirmation from co-authors of this percentage. References are normally required and if not provided with your application will be requested at a later date. |
| Location | 115 New Cavendish Street 115 New Cavendish Street Westminster W1W 6UW |
The College of Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) at the University of Westminster offers a wide range of postgraduate courses across Social Sciences, Humanities, Law and Life Sciences. Based in central London, you’ll benefit from being close to government, legal institutions, NGOs and cultural organisations, helping you to connect studies to real-world contexts.
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