Course details
Course description
This is a generic PhD programme for the School of Social and Political Science. Most PhD applicants should apply to a discipline-specific PhD programme, usually the home discipline of your intended lead supervisor. Interdisciplinary research can take place within the named discipline programmes.
If you intend to apply for the generic PhD in Social and Political Science, you must email the Director of Postgraduate Research with your research proposal and reasons for applying for this programme in advance of making a formal application.
The main content of this PhD programme is an independent doctoral research under the supervision of at least two members of academic staff from the Social and Political Science subject area.
Our expertise and interests range across the following subject areas:
- African Studies
- Global Health Policy
- International Development
- Medical Anthropology
- Politics and International Relations
- Social and Public Policy
- Social Anthropology
- Social Work
- Sociology
- Socio-cultural Studies
- South Asian Studies
Your application must clearly state the potential supervisor you have contacted.
Subjects
- Social sciences
- Politics
Entry requirements
Entry requirements for individual programmes vary, so please check the details for the specific programme you wish to apply for on the University of Edinburgh website. You will also need to meet the University’s language requirements.
Course options
Course details
Full time
1st Sep 2024 to 1st Sep 2027
Cost: Visit the provider's website for details.
Venue details
Central area campus
George Square
Edinburgh
EH8 9JZ
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Part time
1st Sep 2024 to 1st Sep 2030
Cost: Visit the provider's website for details.
Venue details
Central area campus
George Square
Edinburgh
EH8 9JZ