PhD in Information Science in Sheffield United Kingdom | The University of Sheffield

The University of Sheffield | Sheffield United Kingdom
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Qualification
Doctor of Philosophy
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
GBP 23,410
(c. USD31,510.33)
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
36 months

This theme explores diverse aspects of information science, encompassing evidence identification for knowledge synthesis, information retrieval techniques, literacy education, and academic publishing.
Our goal is to deliver outstanding information retrieval capabilities to research initiatives, innovation projects, and knowledge transfer activities within ScHARR, as well as to external partners such as government agencies, businesses, and nonprofits. Through these capabilities and our extensive experience in creating impactful educational programs, we strive to prepare ScHARR students with the necessary competencies for evidence searching and review. We're also committed to sharing our specialized knowledge with peers, including utilizing academic publishing to effectively circulate research findings.
The Information Science research group unites scholars, investigators, and information professionals conducting studies in knowledge synthesis, data retrieval, and information organization. Comprised of ScHARR staff with information science backgrounds, our team specializes in systematic information retrieval, knowledge organization, and research dissemination. We're dedicated to pioneering new approaches in both information science research and education.


Destination of Study

Subjects of Study

Language Requirements

English
IELTS 7.0

Qualification Requirements

To be considered for entry to a standard PhD programme you need to meet the following minimum entry criteria,

Upper Second Class (2.1) Honours degree, Master's degree - merit

IELTS - Overall score of 7.0 with a minimum of 6.5 in each component, TOEFL- Overall score of 95 with a minimum of 21 in Listening, 22 in Reading, 23 in Speaking and 22 in Writing, Pearson Test of English Academic (PTE Academic) - Overall score of 67 with a minimum of 61 in each component.

Tuition GBP 23,410

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