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Key information
Duration
Full-time
- 48 months
Start dates & application deadlines
You can apply for and start this programme anytime.
More details: The application process at our faculties varies – some advertise doctoral positions at the same time each year, while others do so throughout the year.
Language
English
IELTS: 6.5
Credits
240 ECTS
Delivered
On Campus
Campus Location
Lund, Sweden
Disciplines
Sociology
Overview
This Sociology programme offered by Lund University focuses on the study of social phenomena ranging from global processes to interactions between individuals and groups. It supports research grounded in sociological theory, aiming to generate new theoretical and empirical knowledge about social structures, relationships, and societal change.
Key Facts
The academic environment combines theoretical frameworks with diverse research methods, including qualitative, quantitative, and historical approaches. Training enables the ability to design and conduct research projects, analyse complex social issues, and contribute to knowledge development within the social sciences.
Programme Structure
Curriculum:
- Social Structures and Processes
- Relations between Individuals and Groups
- Societal Change and Global Issues
- Theoretical Approaches in Sociology
- Classical Sociological Theory
- Modern Sociological Theory
Admission requirements
Academic requirements
We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
English requirements
IELTS: 6.5
Other requirements
General requirements
Doctoral studies involves a total of four years of full-time study, forming a total of 240 ECTS credits. A programme consists of both courses and thesis, of which the doctoral thesis is to account for at least 120 credits. At the Faculty of Social Sciences you can get a PhD degree in twelve different disciplines.
Tuition Fees
Tuition fees are shown in AUD and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.
International
International tuition fees apply to students who are not citizens or permanent residents of the study country. In some regions, like the EU/EEA, or under certain agreements, students from partner countries may also pay domestic fees.
Non-residents: Free
EU/EEA
European Economic Area tuition fee is applicable to the students from EU countries, Iceland, Liechtenstein, Norway and Switzerland.
EU/EEA Nationals: Free
Additional Details
There are no tuition fees for doctoral education at Lund University.
Living costs
Lund, Sweden: 1,063-1,583 AUD / month
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.