Human Sciences - PhD
London South Bank UniversitySouthwark Campus, United Kingdom
Course overview
As a research student you'll become part of our thriving academic and postgraduate community in the School of Applied and Health Sciences. A PhD Human Sciences can be undertaken in the following areas; Sports Science Food Science (with the National Bakery School) Forensic Science Biomedicine / Pharmaceutical Sciences A member of staff, expert in the chosen field, is directly responsible for guiding and supporting your research programme. A PhD, by definition, is an original contribution to knowledge.
A research degree is different from a taught course. Research students are expected to self-direct their learning with support from a supervisory team. Human Performance Centre The Human Performance Centre acts as a research and enterprise hub for sport, exercise and nutrition sciences.
Mode Duration Start date Application code Application method Full-time 3 years January; February; March; April; May; June; July; August; September; October; November 9014 Direct to LSBU Part-time 5 years January; February; March; April; May; September; October; November 9034 Direct to LSBU Distance learning 6 years January; February; March; April; May; September; October; November 9069 Direct to LSBU Watch our video to see how you can make yourself at home studying at LSBU. Location Southwark Campus London South Bank University student union is located at 103 Borough Rd, London SE1 0AA. If you are visiting our Southwark Campus, you may wish to use our downloadable campus map (PNG File 466 KB).
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Key highlights
- Research areas include sports, food, forensic and pharmaceutical sciences
- Food Science research undertaken with the National Bakery School
- Expert staff member directly guides and supports your research
- Self-directed research supported by a dedicated supervisory team
- Human Performance Centre hub for sport, exercise and nutrition research
- Distance learning option available alongside full-time and part-time study
Entry requirements
- Degree: 2:2 — …Degree programme at LSBU are usually expected to have a good honours degree (2:2 and above) and a relevant postgraduate qualification, preferably a merit at Master's level.
- Additional condition: interview — You will be invited to an interview with your potential supervisor, in person or by telephone, prior to an offer being made.
Scholarships
Chevening Scholarships
LSBU Loyalty Award
20% discount on the tuition fee.
Up to 20% of fees
Careers this course leads to
- Research scientist
- University lecturer
- Postdoctoral researcher
- Sports scientist
- Forensic scientist
- Food scientist
Cost of study
UK/Home: £5,190 per year | International: £5,190 per year
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 London South Bank University, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.
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