PhD Gender Studies (Humanities) in Brighton United Kingdom | University of Sussex

University of Sussex | Brighton United Kingdom
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Qualification
Doctor of Philosophy
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
GBP 21,500
(c. USD28,654.77)
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
48 months

Sussex is renowned for its distinguished research legacy in gender studies across diverse areas. Our postgraduate scholars investigate pioneering topics ranging from transgender advocacy to pro-anorexia online communities, and from LGBTQ family structures to homonationalism. Through the humanities track in Gender Studies, you can examine cultural, social, and political perspectives within the discipline. Our experienced academics provide mentorship for varied research endeavors, including: identity formations and subcultures, representation in cultural politics, spatial cultural studies, digital platforms, queer theory, and gendered cultural expressions.


Destination of Study

Subjects of Study

Language Requirements

English
IELTS 6.5

Qualification Requirements

Youre normally expected to have a Merit (an average of 60% overall) in a Masters degree and an upper second-class (2.1) undergraduate honours degree.

Subject-specific requirements
Your qualification should be in a subject relevant to your chosen area of research. You may also be considered for the degree if you have other professional qualifications or experience of equivalent standing.

IELTS (Academic) - Higher level (6.5 overall, including at least 6.0 in each component).
TOEFL (iBT) - Higher level 88 overall, including at least 20 Listening, 19 in Reading, 21 in Speaking, 23 in Writing.

Tuition GBP 21,500

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