The PhD Social Policy at the University of Bristol offers you the opportunity to conduct in-depth research within a leading academic institution, contributing to critical debates on poverty, social justice, gender-based violence, and health inequalities. You will engage with specialist research centres focusing on diverse areas such as child welfare, urban policy, and research with disabled adults, developing your expertise in data analysis and social statistics. This programme is ideal for aspiring researchers passionate about understanding and influencing national and international policy challenges through rigorous academic inquiry.
As a full-time, on-campus doctoral student over four years, you will work alongside internationally recognised academics and a diverse cohort of postgraduate researchers. Your doctoral journey will involve developing a significant piece of original research, supported by expert supervision and access to interdisciplinary research networks. You will graduate with advanced research methodologies, critical analytical skills, and a strong foundation for a career in academia, policy-making, or research-focused roles within non-governmental organisations and international bodies.