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PostgraduateDoctor of Philosophy

Sociology

Lancaster University
Lancaster, England
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3 yearsDuration
£20,950Per Year (Intl)
£5,006Home Fee
N/AContinuation Rate

Course Overview

The PhD Sociology at Lancaster University is a postgraduate programme designed for postgraduate students passionate about understanding society. Based in Lancaster, England, this programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, with a 3-year full-time and part-time structure. This degree provides an opportunity to develop your own research expertise in an interdisciplinary department. Our staff are involved with research centres and groups looking at everything from Inequalities to Data Science, Mobilities and Migration. Our staff also have expertise in, for example, Actor Network Theory, Practice Theories, Cultural Studies, racisms and diverse methodologies. A minimum ielts score of 7.0 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with 74% of graduates in employment or further study.

What You'll Learn

Advanced Sociological Theory
Research Methods and Epistemology
Practice Theories and Material Culture
Migration
Mobilities and Social Inequality
Actor Network Theory and Science Studies
Contemporary Issues in Sociology
Doctoral Research Design and Ethics
Dissertation Development Workshop
Academic Year:2026-27 entry
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Entry Requirements

📋 Academic Entry Requirements

Postgraduate Requirement2:1

🗣️ English Language Requirements

TestOverallLRWS
IELTS Academic76666

L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking

Tuition Fees & Funding

International Student Fee

£20,950

per year

Total Course Cost (3 years)£62,850

Home Student Fee

£5,006

regulated fee

Scholarships available for eligible students

Fees shown are for current entry. Fees may increase annually in line with inflation.

📊 OFFICIAL UK DATA

Graduate Outcomes

Salary data is not yet available for this course.

💼 Employment Breakdown

67%Working
7%Studying
12%Work & Study
7%Seeking Work
50%Professional Jobs
Indicative Data

Graduate employment outcomes are based on national sector benchmarks for the CAH15-01-02 subject area and do not represent outcomes specific to this course or provider. These are indicative figures to aid comparison. For official graduate outcomes data, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.

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Lancaster University · Postgraduate

10% off feesscholarship value
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Lancaster Sanctuary Fellowship

Lancaster University · Postgraduate

Full Feesscholarship value
  • Available to all international students
  • Open to your course
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About Lancaster University

Lancaster University offers Sociology as part of its comprehensive programme offerings.

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#24UK Ranking
18,620+Students
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