School of Social Sciences Studentships
The School of Social Sciences is recognised nationally and internationally for their theoretically informed and applied research.

We foster a culture that values the diversity of all our communities and celebrate the excellence of our research, offering a welcoming and dynamic space for our researchers. We create a vibrant and inclusive learning and teaching environment grounded in our research community.
Through strategic partnerships, we influence and shape civic, cultural, and social life.
As a researcher, you’ll have the benefit of excellent academic supervision, professional equipment, and a range of specialist laboratories.
NTU Fully-funded PhD Studentship Scheme 2023
We are keen to encourage proposals that align with our research strengths within the School of Social Sciences, so ensure you are familiar with our research centres. You can submit an application for one of our dedicated research projects. Alternatively, if you have your own idea for a PhD project, you can submit an application based on that proposal. We would encourage you to speak to potential supervisors about your ideas.
Our research centres
Nottingham Centre for Children, Young People and Families (NCCYPF)
NCCYPF is an interdisciplinary research centre with a focus on improving the lives of children, young people and families across Nottingham and beyond.
Centre for Behavioural Research Methods
The Centre for Behavioural Research Methods (CBRM) is an interdisciplinary hub for nurturing, developing and sharing the theory and practice of social science research methods.
Centre for Public and Psychosocial Health
This Research Centre brings together a wide range of research excellence in Social Science, including in Public and Population Health, Health and Wellbeing and Employment and Wellbeing.
Centre for Crime, Offending, Prevention and Engagement (COPE)
COPE contributes to the understanding of victimisation risk and crime harm, the transformation agenda for change in the Criminal Justice System, and community engagement with crime prevention.
Join a webinar
Join research tutors at 10 am on Wednesday 23 November 2022.
Find out about the studentship opportunities in Social Sciences and to ask any questions you may have.
Ready to apply?
The application deadline is 12 noon on Thursday 12 January 2023.
Please visit our how to apply page for guidance and to make an application.
Social Work, Care and Community