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The University of Gloucestershire offers postgraduate research degrees, including PhDs, MAs by Research, and MScs by Research. These programs are designed for students who wish to delve deeper into a specific subject area with the support of academic supervisors. Students will benefit from joining subject communities that foster their interests and provide expertise in both subject matter and research methodologies. The university also supports wider professional development, which can include preparing for a career in higher education teaching.
Pursue a PhD in Sociology at the University of Gloucestershire and join a vibrant community of researchers dedicated to producing innovative insights and solutions for contemporary societal challenges. The program welcomes research proposals across a broad spectrum of sociological topics, with particular strengths in areas such as gender inequalities, migration, national identities, family dynamics, class, austerity, social mobility, poverty, post-conflict societies, militarisation, international security, community engagement, and urban visual cultures. This research degree offers a flexible study approach, allowing you to work full-time or part-time. You will develop your own research project under the guidance of experienced academic supervisors, culminating in an 80,000-word thesis. The program includes a comprehensive research methods training component and bespoke workshops, connecting you with a wider network of researchers within the university. You will also have opportunities to present your work through the Academic School’s research seminar series and engage with the Early Careers Researcher Network.