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Overview
The programme of taught modules combined with the research component allows students to undertake study and research that is clearly relevant to their professional practice, will support them to contribute to professional knowledge in their field of practice and will enable their career development.
Features
- A professional doctorate in Social Work from Keele University provides a rigorous programme of advanced study and research, equally rigorous to the purely research orientated PhD.
Programme Structure
Curriculum:
- Advanced leadership and change management
- Research methods
- Advanced practice development
- Applying research methods in practice
- Doctoral pilot study
- Thesis proposal
Key information
Duration
- Part-time
- 72 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- StartingApplication deadline not specified.
Language
English
TOEFL® IBT 79
PTE Academic 59
Delivered
On Campus
Campus Location
- Keele, United Kingdom
Disciplines
Social Work View 59 other PhDs in Social Work in United KingdomWhat students do after studying
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Academic requirements
We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
English requirements
TOEFL® IBT 79
PTE Academic 59
Other requirements
General requirements
- Hold a Masters Degree of this University or of another deemed equivalent
- Hold that qualification normally in the general field of social work, policy and/or management and/or social sciences or its equivalent in professional experience and a professionally accredited programme (normally an accredited social work qualification)
- Evidence of experience relating to social work practice or social work policy
- Have access to email and the internet for the e-supported parts of the programme
Tuition Fees
Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.
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International Applies to you
Applies to youNon-residents8510 GBP / year≈ 8510 GBP / year -
Domestic Applies to you
Applies to youCitizens or residents3351 GBP / year≈ 3351 GBP / year
Living costs
Keele
United Kingdom
660 - 1140 GBP / month
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
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Scholarships Information
Below you will find PhD's scholarship opportunities for Social Work.
Available Scholarships
You are eligible to apply for these scholarships but a selection process will still be applied by the provider.
Provided by university
Grant
2500 GBP
Deadline
26 Jun 2026
The Hardship Fund
Need-based
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Provided by university
Grant
5000 GBP
Deadline
Anytime
Postgraduate Global Scholarship
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Provided by university
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
Anytime
Keele Postgraduate Research Alumni Discount (PGR)
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Provided by university
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
Anytime
Keele Alumni Discount
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Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
07 Oct 2026
Fulbright U.S. Student Program
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Independent provider
Grant
10000 GBP
Deadline
21 Jun 2026
GREAT Scholarship
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
30 Nov 2026
ServiceScape Scholarship
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Independent provider
Grant
3500 USD
Deadline
15 Nov 2026
ACES Scholarships
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Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
Not specified
Erasmus+ - Grants for study mobility
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
19000 GBP
Deadline
Not specified
Scholarships for PhD Students
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
12000 USD
Deadline
16 Aug 2026
Amberscholar Scholarship
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
6000 USD
Deadline
16 Aug 2026
Amberscholar Scholarship
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
4000 USD
Deadline
30 Jun 2026
The New York Pass® Education Scholarship
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
10000 USD
Deadline
01 Sep 2026
The PhD Prep Fellowship
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
5000 USD
Deadline
28 Aug 2026
Women Scholarship for International Students
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
13 Jul 2026
Dream Chaser Scholarship
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
31 Oct 2026
$1,500 Annual Video Contest Scholarship
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
22500 GBP
Deadline
Not specified
Commonwealth Shared Scholarship – University Bids
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Independent provider
Grant
3000 USD
Deadline
31 Dec 2026
Scholarship for students with disabilities
Need-based
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Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
30 Jun 2026
$1,500 Annual Students’ Presentation Crafting Scholarship
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Independent provider
Grant
12000 USD
Deadline
11 Jan 2027
Tobacco Harm Reduction Scholarship Programme
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Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
20 May 2026
PlagiarismSearch Essay Contest
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
1500 USD
Deadline
Not specified
The Annual IELTS from 6 to 9 Scholarship
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Independent provider
Grant
3000 USD
Deadline
Not specified
AAPG Foundation Grants-in-Aid
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