Doctoral Research at ASPS
The School of Applied Social and Policy Sciences (ASPS) is a world-leading centre of excellence for applied research that examines complex policy and public service dilemmas facing modern societies. ASPS has developed an international reputation for:
- Pioneering theoretical ideas that change the way in which policy, governance, criminology and social work are conceptualised.
- Developing cutting-edge research methodologies which produce unique, internationally significant data-sets.
- Designing a range of innovative analytical tools that help reform and guide social practice.
- Disseminating research outputs to a range of stakeholder groups in order to strengthen, and critically reflect upon, policy and practice.
What type of research do we supervise at ASPS?
ASPS welcomes applicants interested in:
- Sociology
- Social Policy
- Criminology and justice
- Public Policy and Government
- Social Work
- Youth and Community Studies
How do I make an application to register as a doctoral candidate at ASPS?
There are three pathways to register as a doctoral researcher at ASPS:
- Internal Competition for PhD Scholarship at ASPS
- The Northern Ireland and North-East Doctoral Training Partnership of the Economic and Social Research Council (NINE-ESRC)
- Self-Funded PhDs at ASPS: If you plan to self-fund your studies or have a sponsor who will fund your research study, you may apply at any point in the year.