Overview

Researchers in the Social Sciences and Humanities programme at Aston University are a multi-lingual, multi- and interdisciplinary community, working across the humanities, arts and social sciences, and bringing together a unique blend of internationally well-connected scholars.

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This includes: Law, English (language, literature, applied linguistics, forensic linguistics), History, European Integration in comparative political, security, social and economic contexts, International Relations, Politics, Sociology and Policy.

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Programme Structure

Curriculum:

In the first year you will undertake three ESRC approved taught Research Methods modules. These modules are designed to provide you with the necessary skills to both successfully complete your PhD, and to develop as a well-rounded researcher.

During the second year you will typically concentrate on obtaining ethical approval for your research, before focusing on data collection and analysis. For some students this will involve travel to external research sites where data is collected. Towards the end of Year 2, you are required to communicate and defend your research progress.

Year three is typically a writing up year, where you will spend most of your time developing your thesis.

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Duration

Full-time
- 36 months
Part-time
- 72 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-10-01 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-07-01 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2027-01-01 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-11-01 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

93

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PTE Academic

67

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IELTS

6.5

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Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Birmingham, United Kingdom

Disciplines

Liberal Arts View 36 other PhDs in Liberal Arts in United Kingdom

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Academic requirements

GPA

Upper Second Class

English requirements

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93

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67

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IELTS

6.5

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General requirements

A Masters degree in business, management, or the social sciences (or related disciplines) with a Merit overall (or equivalent) with a dissertation/research element, PLUS a First or Upper Second Class Honours degree (or an equivalent qualification from an overseas institution).

Entry may be allowed to exceptional candidates who can demonstrate the required knowledge and capabilities for Doctoral level study, but do not fulfil all of the above criteria. These will be judged on a case-by-case basis.

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Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

15800 GBP / year

≈ 15800 GBP / year
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Citizens or residents

5006 GBP / year

≈ 5006 GBP / year

Living costs

Birmingham

United Kingdom

765 - 1134 GBP / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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