Politics PhD
University of Surrey · Guildford, United Kingdom
About this programme
Politics at the University of Surrey is a thriving space for cutting-edge research and advanced training in a wide range of political areas relating to European politics, government and opposition, security and conflict. Our students have the opportunity to work closely with their supervisors and other members of the academic community, in an active research environment.
- Level
- Doctoral
- Field
- Social
- Duration
- 4 years
- Tuition
- £21,800 / year
- English
- IELTS 6.5
- Study mode
- Full-time
- Intake
- October
Visa
- Visa required
- Student visa
- Application fee
- GBP 558
- Proof of funds
- GBP 1,171/mo
- Processing time
- 3–8 weeks
Standard figures for this route. Some applicants pay a reduced fee or none at all — confirm your own case on the official visa page.
Scholarships available (4)
- Commonwealth ScholarshipFully funded
- Charles Wallace Pakistan Trust AwardsPartial funding · Doctoral bursaries: 30 April and 31 October annually
- Great Britain-China Educational Trust Chinese Student AwardsPartial funding · Two rounds yearly: 11 October (autumn) and 11 April (spring)
- Gordon Memorial College Trust Fund GrantsPartial funding · Deadline 2026 round closed. Check official website for future rounds