Social Science PhD Studentships and Postgraduate Funding

The University of Leicester is one of the UK's top research universities and our PhD and MPhil degrees are firmly rooted in our strong research culture. 

The College of Social Science produces world-class research across a range of disciplines and its policy related and applied work links its academics to governments and institutions in the UK, Europe, and across the world. The College's dynamic environment emphasises a collegial atmosphere among academic staff and research students.

Current social science PhD studentships and postgraduate funding opportunities are listed below. 

PhD Studentships and Postgraduate Funding

Department of Criminology

Department of Economics

Institute of Lifelong Learning

School of Management

Department of Media and Communication

Department of Politics and International Relations

Department of Sociology

All Schools/Departments

Find studentships in other disciplines or alternative funding sources.

Postgraduate Research at Leicester

Undertake your PhD or MPhil at the University of Leicester and you'll benefit from:

We offer a welcoming and supportive environment for research students and as an integral part of your research degree, we'll also provide you with extensive opportunities to develop your personal and professional capabilities - helping you become a more effective researcher and successfully complete your studies.

Learn more about postgraduate research at the University of Leicester or find a PhD or MPhil in your subject.

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