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PhD Sociology

Queen's University Belfast 🇬🇧 United Kingdom
PhD Phd English

Course Overview

Course Overview This course prepares you to become a social scientist who uses multidisciplinary research to build community capacity and create a positive impact on human wellbeing. You will be equipped for a career in academia, social research, or within the public and third sectors, working on critical issues from health and education to conflict resolution and sustainable development. Key Program Highlights Learn from world-class research with local and global impact, funded by leading organizations like the EU and major research foundations. Explore key interdisciplinary themes including health and well-being, crime and criminal justice, and peacebuilding in divided societies. Gain expertise in improving policies and interventions for children, young people, and families through a social justice lens. Study diverse educational strategies to improve outcomes, from literacy programmes to digital studies and applied linguistics. Develop practical skills through innovative methodologies like participatory action research, program evaluations, and systematic reviews.

Available Intakes

September 2026
CampusBelfast City Centre Campus
CityBelfast
ModeFullTime
Duration36 Months
FeeGBP 20,500

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