University of Northampton

Inclusion, Diversity and Special Needs PhD/PhD by Published works

University of NorthamptonWaterside Campus, Northampton

Course overview

Undertaking a research degree such as a PhD, or PhD by Published works in Inclusion, Diversity and Special Needs is an intellectual challenge like no other. It’s an opportunity to immerse yourself in the subject you are passionate about, set your own work goals, and make an important contribution to your field. Successful defence of the final thesis will provide the researcher with the highest qualification that any UK university can award and offer an excellent opportunity to move into higher management and research positions within Education and aligned fields.

We welcome applications from graduates holding an MA in any subject and/or have experience of working in formal, informal, or non-formal education. Find out more about the research going on in our Centre for Education and Research.

Key highlights

  • Option to gain a PhD through published works
  • Set your own research goals and contribute to your field
  • Research based within the Centre for Education and Research
  • Leads to higher management and research roles in education

Entry requirements

  • IELTS: 7 — 7.0 IELTS (Academic): 7.0 overall, including at least 6.5 in each component including writing. We will also consider equivalent English language qualifications.

Scholarships

  • Alumni PGCE Bursary Award

    This will be a £500 cash payment that will not have to be repaid and does not affect the payment of a student’s maintenance loans.

    Up to £500

  • Chevening Scholarships

  • Sir John Lowther Scholarship

    The Sir John Lowther Scholarship provides financial awards of up to £2,000 to a postgraduate student within the Arts.

    Up to £1,000

Careers this course leads to

  • Academic researcher
  • University lecturer in education
  • Special educational needs coordinator (SENCo)
  • Head of inclusion
  • Education policy adviser
  • Senior education leader

Cost of study

International: £16,850

Admission

Applications are made through AHZ at no cost. Share your transcripts, English test scores and personal statement, and your AHZ Counsellor will review your profile, submit your application to University of Northampton, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.

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