PhD Global Development
University of York, York
Overview
An interdisciplinary research degree exploring global development challenges, offered within the politics department over three years on the fee line.
Entry requirements
- Academic
- Admission is normally based on a good performance at undergraduate level (usually a 2:1 or a First) and a Masters degree with a minimum 60% award mark.
- English language
- IELTS 6.5 overall, with no less than 6.0 in each component (Politics, research degrees 2027/28). PTE Academic 61 and TOEFL 87 also listed.
Working after you graduate
Bachelor's and master's graduates on a Student visa may apply in the UK for the Graduate visa: two years if applying by 31 December 2026, or 18 months if applying on or after 1 January 2027.
Checked on 10 October 2026. Official source.