
Course Overview
Pursue your ambitions in social sciences with the PhD Education at London South Bank University. Based in London, England, this programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, with a 3-year full-time and part-time structure. As a research student you'll become part of our thriving academic community. Explore the staff, facilities and more at the Centre for Education and School Partnerships. A member of staff, expert in your chosen field, is directly responsible for guiding and supporting your research programme. A minimum ielts score of 6.5 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with 85% student satisfaction rating.
What You'll Learn
Entry Requirements
📋 Academic Entry Requirements
| Postgraduate Requirement | Entry Level Requirements Need further information? Call us on 0800 923 8888 to discuss entry requirements. UK Qualifications International Qualifications Applicants are expected to have a 2.1 honours degree, and a relevant Postgraduate qualification at Masters level.You will also be required to show proof of all of your qualifications. If English is not your first language you will asked to prove your competency, showing an IELTS score of at least 7.0 at postgraduate level. Choose your country S |
🗣️ English Language Requirements
| Test | Overall | L | R | W | S |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IELTS Academic | 6.5 | 5.5 | 5.5 | 5.5 | 5.5 |
| PTE Academic | 60 | — | — | — | — |
L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking
Tuition Fees & Funding
International Student Fee
£54,040
per year
Home Student Fee
£16,270
regulated fee
Scholarships available for eligible students
Fees shown are for current entry. Fees may increase annually in line with inflation.
Graduate Outcomes
Based on official LEO data (HMRC tax records) Based on subject average, not course-specific.
💰 Graduate Salaries — London South Bank University
| Time After Graduation | Lower Quartile Salary | Median Salary | Upper Quartile Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 years | £16,500 | £24,000 | £29,500 |
| 5 years | £21,000 | £27,500 | £36,000 |
Salary figures are based on national sector benchmarks for the CAH15-04-02 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.
💼 Employment Breakdown
Graduate employment outcomes are sourced directly from Discover Uni for this specific course and provider. For full details, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.
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