Development Studies (IDS) PhD 48 months PHD Program By University of Sussex |Top Universities
Subject Ranking

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Program Duration

48 monthsProgram duration

Tuitionfee

21,500 GBPTuition Fee/year

Scholarship

YesScholarships

Program overview

Main Subject

Development Studies

Degree

PhD

Study Level

PHD

Study Mode

On Campus

Study with the world leaders in Development Studies and realise your potential to transform the world
The Institute of Development Studies (IDS) transforms the knowledge, action and leadership needed for more equitable and sustainable development globally,...
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Program overview

Main Subject

Development Studies

Degree

PhD

Study Level

PHD

Study Mode

On Campus

Study with the world leaders in Development Studies and realise your potential to transform the world
The Institute of Development Studies (IDS) transforms the knowledge, action and leadership needed for more equitable and sustainable development globally,...
Read more

Admission Requirements

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Degree requirements: You’re normally expected to have a Merit (an average of 60% overall) in a Masters degree.
Subject-specific requirements: Your qualification should be in a relevant social sciences subject. In exceptional circumstances, you may be considered for the degree if you have a qualification in a different subject area. You must also show evidence of substantial professional work experience in a developing country or in development-related work.

4 Years
Jan
Sep

  • Candidates are required to submit an essay(s) for acceptance

Tuition Fee and Scholarships

Domestic Students

4,786 GBP
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International Students

21,500 GBP
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QS subject rankings

Subject: Development Studies

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Ranking criteria

Overall
95.9
Academic Reputation
100
Citations per Paper
92.6
Employer Reputation
74
H-index Citations
97.1

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