PhD Psychosocial Studies
Course overview
The PhD Psychosocial Studies at Birkbeck University, London, is a research degree which focuses on the connection between the individual and group and socio/political aspects. It offers supervision in violence, intimacy, race, human rights, and education.
This programme covers modules like psychoanalytic theory, social theory, feminist theory, post-colonial studies, and qualitative psychosocial methods. This course also involves research in violence, intimacy, racism, education and learning, and gender. By the end of the programme, students gain specialist research skills in carrying out projects and teaching.
Students in this degree benefit from the expertise of faculty with backgrounds in anthropology, sociology, and gender and sexuality studies. Learning in this course is through lectures, tutorials, conferences, supervision, and workshops. Assessment methods include essays, assignments, reviews and presentations, and a dissertation.
Entry requirements
Applicants may need to submit a detailed outline of their research proposal, specifying its significance and originality.
Grade Requirements:
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Applicants require a good Master’s degree in a relevant subject in the Humanities or Social Sciences. Alternatively, those who have a first-class or second-class honours degree can also apply.
English Proficiency:
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International students require an IELTS overall score of 6.5 with no component score below 6.0. Other accepted English tests include PTE Academic and Cambridge English.
Career opportunities
Graduates of the PhD Psychosocial Studies from Birkbeck University, London can work in roles such as:
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Clinical Psychologist
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Counselling Psychologist
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School Psychologist
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Researcher
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Forensic Psychologist
Cost of study
International students opting for the PhD in Psychosocial Studies in Birkbeck University, London, should refer back to this page or the university portal, as the fee is yet to be confirmed.
Admission
Candidates should apply directly through the university’s portal or contact AHZ’s trained counsellors for personalised guidance on the process before the application closes.
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