Sociology PhD
University of Surrey · Guildford, United Kingdom
About this programme
Boasting an international reputation and a thriving academic environment, we supervise PhDs in a wide range of subjects across sociology, criminology, digital media, gender and communications and related areas. We are renowned for our applied approach, which is reflected in the way we work with a range of private, public and third-sector organisations.
- Level
- Doctoral
- Field
- Social
- Duration
- 4 years
- Tuition
- £21,800 / year
- English
- IELTS 7
- 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