About the course

A PhD is conducted purely by research. Each PhD is the unique development of your individual research project, performed under the guidance of at least two supervisory members of staff with expertise in the research area.

　　You can pursue a PhD in any area of research within the University where suitable expertise is available to support the proposed project. Cross-disciplinary projects are welcome. The University provides a supportive framework for research and each student’s work is carefully overseen and progress monitored. It is also possible to study a PhD via distance learning at London Met.

　　Completing a PhD means you'll be making an original contribution to knowledge. It requires an excellent overview of existing research in your field, plus analytical skills to assess research claims. You'll also need to be a self-motivator and be able to dedicate considerable time to completing a PhD.

　　Although technically there is no taught component to this degree, you will receive research training and have access to any master's level modules that may be useful to your research topic. Alongside your research, you can also study for a PG Cert in Learning and Teaching in Higher Education.

　　Our research community is lively and diverse. You'll be joining us at an exciting time where the University is investing into research. As part of our Graduate School, you'll be able to attend frequent events to enhance your personal development and help with preparation for life after your PhD. On top of this, you'll benefit from conferences, lecture series and research seminar series and be encouraged to present at our annual Student-Staff Research Conference. Scholarships - View all scholarships Internships

　　

Start dates and prices

Course fees are indicative and should be used as a guide. Speak to a counsellor to get an accurate price.

　　Duration: 3 Year(s)Fees: GB£43,500

Intake	Location
Spring (January), 2024	London
Autumn (September), 2024	London
Spring (January), 2025	London
Autumn (September), 2025	London
Spring (January), 2026	London

　　

How to apply

Entry requirements for London Metropolitan University

You will be required to have:

　　a good honours degree from a UK university or equivalent (first or upper-second class), although applicants will usually tend to have obtained a master's degree before entry

　　Candidates with other qualifications are considered on their merits.

　　IELTS - 6.5 (Listening: 6.0, Reading: 6.0, Writing: 6.0, Speaking: 6.0)

　　TOEFL iBT: Overall score required 87 (Listening: 21, Reading: 22, Writing: 21, Speaking: 23)

　　

English language requirements

　　6.0

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　　TOEFL Internet based overall score: 72.0

　　

Application deadline:

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Further information

Career outcomesIf you aren’t eligible for the above entry requirements, you might want to explore pathway options at London Metropolitan University. If you want to find out more, please speak to our counsellors.

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