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Overview
The thesis in Sociology programme of the University of Leicester should not normally exceed 80,000 words and must make an original contribution to knowledge and contain work of publishable quality. The thesis must then be defended in a viva voce (oral) examination before a degree can be awarded.
Key facts
- Active research (including all experimental work, laboratory work, field work, and data collection) will typically take 3 to 3.5 years full time / 6 to 6.5 years part time or distance learning. On completion of active research students may request approval to register for a writing-up period of up to 12 months.The period of active research and writing-up together must not exceed the maximum registration period
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Visit programme websiteProgramme Structure
Courses include- Citizenship, Migration, and Identity
- Culture, Consumption, and Production
- Childhood, and Generation
- Developments in Theory and Methods
- Youth
- Methods and Research Design
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Duration
- Full-time
- 48 months
- Part-time
- 84 months
- Flexible
Start dates & application deadlines
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Language
English
TOEFL® IBT 90
IELTS 6.5
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Delivered
On Campus, Online
Campus Location
- Leicester, United Kingdom
Disciplines
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Academic requirements
GPA Upper Second Class
English requirements
TOEFL® IBT 90
IELTS 6.5
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Other requirements
General requirements
- You must hold a UK undergraduate (Bachelor's) degree with at least First-Class or Upper Second-Class honours or an equivalent qualification from a recognised overseas institution.
- Include all relevant certificates/diplomas and transcripts
- International applicants must provide official copies of their entire course transcripts including explanations of the mark schemes used
- Supporting documents not in English must be provided with a certified English translation
- CV
- In addition to uploading the above documents please enter contact details for two academic (not personal) referees who can comment on your suitability for the research degree programme or upload letters of reference if already available
- Personal Statement
- English language proficiency test scores
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International Applies to you
Applies to youNon-residents18000 GBP / year≈ 18000 GBP / year -
Domestic Applies to you
Applies to youCitizens or residents5238 GBP / year≈ 5238 GBP / year
Additional Details
- International: : £18,000 - £20,200 per year
Living costs
Leicester
United Kingdom
751 - 1426 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 Sociology.
Available Scholarships
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Provided by university
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
Anytime
Family Loyalty Discount
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Provided by university
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
Not specified
Alumni Discount
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Provided by university
Grant
500 GBP
Deadline
13 Oct 2026
Music Scholarship
Merit-based
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Provided by university
Grant
1000 GBP
Deadline
31 Aug 2026
Sports Scholarships
Merit-based
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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
Various benefits
Deadline
31 Dec 2026
Grants of the Leopold Figl Foundation for students with residence in Lower Austria
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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