Career prospects
Studying for the Disability Studies programme at University of Bristol will equip you with a broad range of research knowledge and skills, both within the disability field and beyond. As a result, what you learn when focusing on disability-related issues and developing skills in analysis and research will be relevant to vocational or non-vocational work in many different settings and topic areas.
Obtaining a PhD is a route into an academic post, either within a higher education institution or in a public sector or research enterprise.
Previous graduates have gone on to work for universities, public sector bodies, third sector organisations, self-advocacy and user-led organisations, local government or education. Their roles have been strongly related to applied social research.
Programme Structure
- To obtain additional information about the programme, we kindly suggest that you visit the programme website, where you can find further details and relevant resources.
Admission requirements
Academic requirements
GPA: Upper Second Class
English requirements
- TOEFL iBT: 95
- PTE Academic: 71
- IELTS: 7
Other requirements
General requirements: An upper second-class honours degree and a merit at MSc/MA level (or equivalent experience/qualification).
Tuition Fees
Tuition fees are shown in AUD and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.
- International (non-residents): 41,348 AUD / year (≈ 21,900 GBP / year)
- Domestic (citizens or residents): 9,640 AUD / year (≈ 5,106 GBP / year)
Additional details — Home: part-time, £2,553 per year.
Living costs
Bristol, United Kingdom: 1,416–2,379 AUD / month. The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Scholarships
PhD scholarship opportunities are available for Disability Studies, including British Council scholarships for Women, Anne and Peggy Sleigh Bursaries, GREAT Scholarships, Bristol PhD Scholarships for Applicants of Black and mixed Black Heritage, Alumni Foundation Music Bursaries, Bristol Postgraduate Research Scholarships, Sanctuary Scholarship, Commonwealth Shared Scholarships, Alumni discount, St Mary Redcliffe Choral Section Leaders, The Bob Savage Memorial Fund, Chevening Scholarships, Graduation gown discount, Think Big Scholarships for international students, and Vice-Chancellor's Scholarship.