Dphil Information, Communication and the Social Sciences

... United Kingdom
... University of Oxford

Course Overview

Doctoral students at the OII address research questions from across a spectrum of disciplines. OII DPhil students anchor their research in disciplinary questions (in, for instance, politics or sociology), while also situating their research in broader social science theories and methods.  OII faculty are international leaders in their research fields, and their teaching and supervision reflect their innovative research. The diverse cohorts of doctoral students complement the strength of the programme by providing a multidisciplinary peer network for students to engage in ideas, discussion and debate.

General Eligibility

Part Time Work Details

Language Requirement

  • The minimum IELTS score required is 7.5

Programme Information
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Postgraduate


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Duration

48


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Available Intake

Oct


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IELTS Score

7.5


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Tuition Fees Range

28020,


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