MPhil Sociology - Health and Social Theory in Durham United Kingdom | Durham University

Durham University | Durham United Kingdom
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Qualification
Masters Degree (Research)
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
GBP 24,500
(c. USD32,736.17)
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
24 months

Health serves as a window into societal dynamics. Our methodology operates across multiple dimensions, integrating specialized knowledge on global developments including:

adapting to climate shifts and environmental deterioration
regional and national health patterns alongside healthcare systems
local community health initiatives and neighborhood wellness campaigns
healthcare occupations
examining personal health choices.
Our investigations merge cross-disciplinary insights focusing on:

aging processes (biological factors, technological aids, exercise routines, and both formal and informal care structures)
professional fields (pharmaceutical practice, population health, fitness disciplines, social services, care administration, policy frameworks, and skill development)
lifestyle patterns (new mothers and infant nutrition, dietary habits, exercise regimens, and weight management)
community environments (wellness advocacy, health disparities, location-based wellbeing, and pharmaceutical services).
Fundamental principles encompass civic participation, societal agreements and representation, assessment methods, subjective health evaluations, identity formation, fairness, and equal opportunity.


Destination of Study

Subjects of Study

Language Requirements

English
IELTS 7.0

Qualification Requirements

Admissions decisions are based on your suitability for postgraduate research and the Department's ability to supervise your proposed topic. Our minimum entry requirement for Postgraduate Research is normally an upper second class honours degree (or equivalent) although evidence of research skills and/or experience is useful. You will need to provide the following documentation: Current CV a research proposal, no longer than 2,000 words in length (excluding bibliography), which specifies a topic of study, aims and objectives, proposed research methods and ethical considerations two letters of reference transcripts of your previous degree(s). Currently we require a UKVI / IELTS score of 7 (with no component under 6.5). If you have not reached this level, you can be admitted to study a pre-sessional English Language course, with the length depending on your current UKVI / SELT IELTS score (must be over 5.5, with no component under 5). TOEFL iBT - 102 with no component under 25

Tuition GBP 24,500
Durham, United Kingdom
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree

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