PhD in Development Studies
36 monthsProgramme duration
48,451 GBPTuition Fee/year
28 Feb, 2024Application Deadline
OctStarting Month
Programme overview
Main Subject
Development Studies
Degree
PhD
Study Level
PHD
Study Mode
On Campus
The essence of the Cambridge experience, however, is that the PhD candidate works closely with the PhD supervisor. The supervisor will help the candidate develop the thesis project through discussion and the review of draft materials presented by the candidate.
The process of working on the thesis will differ from candidate to candidate, depending on their project, their preferences and the style of supervision adopted. However, in general, it is expected that the first year (or two years in case of part-time students) will be devoted not only to completing the Research Methods modules, but also to the development of a detailed and well-thought-through thesis outline and methodology. In particular, at the outset, the student should devote some time to considering how they will be making an original contribution to the field through their work. The students will be assessed on this before they are approved for PhD status.
It is important to note that the part-time PhD at Cambridge is not a distance-learning course. Part-time students are expected to fully engage with the Department, to integrate into the research culture of the University and to attend the University on a regular basis for supervision, study, skills training, research seminars and workshops.
Part-time applicants from outside the UK should note that visa restrictions may apply, and that not all sources of funding are available to part-time students. It is the responsibility of the student to find out this information.
Programme overview
Main Subject
Development Studies
Degree
PhD
Study Level
PHD
Study Mode
On Campus
The essence of the Cambridge experience, however, is that the PhD candidate works closely with the PhD supervisor. The supervisor will help the candidate develop the thesis project through discussion and the review of draft materials presented by the candidate.
The process of working on the thesis will differ from candidate to candidate, depending on their project, their preferences and the style of supervision adopted. However, in general, it is expected that the first year (or two years in case of part-time students) will be devoted not only to completing the Research Methods modules, but also to the development of a detailed and well-thought-through thesis outline and methodology. In particular, at the outset, the student should devote some time to considering how they will be making an original contribution to the field through their work. The students will be assessed on this before they are approved for PhD status.
It is important to note that the part-time PhD at Cambridge is not a distance-learning course. Part-time students are expected to fully engage with the Department, to integrate into the research culture of the University and to attend the University on a regular basis for supervision, study, skills training, research seminars and workshops.
Part-time applicants from outside the UK should note that visa restrictions may apply, and that not all sources of funding are available to part-time students. It is the responsibility of the student to find out this information.
Admission Requirements
Applicants for this course should have achieved a UK Masters (Merit).
Candidates for the PhD are expected to hold a high 2:1 undergraduate degree from a UK university or equivalent GPA of at least 3.7/4.0 or equivalent from a non-UK university; and to have completed (or be about to complete) a Master’s Degree in a relevant subject, with a mark of at least 70, or a GPA of at least 3.7/4.0 or equivalent from a non-UK university. They must also submit a strong research proposal that falls within the research interests of one of the Centre's academics.
- Candidates are required to submit references or letter(s) of recommendation for acceptance
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