About this course
Royal Holloway, University of London offers PhD Social Work as a 4-year doctoral Ph.D. programme in Social Work. Based in Egham, the programme is delivered by the university's specialist faculty and welcomes international applicants from across Africa and beyond.
Tuition is £20,500 per year. Intakes run across 2 windows (Autumn (September), 2027 and Autumn 1 (September), 2026).
Scholarships are available to international applicants. The programme includes an industry internship element.
BDM Consult's advisors can guide you through entry requirements, scholarship eligibility, and visa support — from initial application to offer letter.
Entry requirements
Candidates for a place on the MPhil/PhD programme will have undergraduate and taught Masters degrees in a relevant subject. The Masters degree would typically have included training in advanced research methods, and be awarded with a Distinction or high Merit. The Department welcomes applications from suitably qualified and highly motivated candidates. The application process for our postgraduate research programmes is interactive.
Scholarships
Scholarships are available for this course. Speak to a BDM advisor for the latest funding and eligibility details.
Intake dates
- ▸Autumn (September), 2027
- ▸Autumn 1 (September), 2026
Application deadlines differ per intake. Speak to BDM for the latest cut-off dates.
