Within the Sociotechnical Futures and Digital Methods course at University of Bristol you will be taught by academics producing leading research that is relevant to the changing circumstances of an increasingly interconnected world. Produce work that advances theory, knowledge and methods at the cutting edge and contributes to better understanding and improvement of the world.
Career prospects
Bristol graduates are in high demand and have an excellent record of employment following graduation. Graduates of our postgraduate research programmes go on to pursue varied and interesting careers.
Past students have gone on to work for Refugee UK, Shelter, Barnardo's, Amnesty International, government departments and the European Parliament, among others.
Programme Structure
Courses include:
- Introduction to Research Methods in the Social Sciences
- Digital Methods and Data Skills
- Advanced Quantitative Research Methods
- Advanced Qualitative Research Methods
Admission requirements
Academic requirements
GPA: Upper Second Class
English requirements
- TOEFL iBT: 95
- PTE Academic: 71
- IELTS: 7
Other requirements
An upper second-class undergraduate honours degree (or equivalent) and normally a merit at MSc/MA level (or equivalent).
Fees and funding
Tuition Fees
Tuition fees are shown in AUD and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.
- International: 41,749 AUD / year (≈ 21,900 GBP / year)
- Domestic: 9,734 AUD / year (≈ 5,106 GBP / year)
Additional Details
Home: part-time: £2,553 per year
Living costs
Bristol, United Kingdom: 1,430-2,402 AUD / month. The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
Scholarships
Available Scholarships
- British Council scholarships for Women — Various benefits — Deadline: Not specified
- GREAT Scholarships — 13000 GBP — Deadline: 10 Apr 2027
- Anne and Peggy Sleigh Bursaries — 2500 GBP — Deadline: Not specified
- Bristol PhD Scholarships for Applicants of Black and mixed Black Heritage — Various benefits — Deadline: Not specified
- Alumni Foundation Music Bursaries — 500 GBP — Deadline: 31 Jul 2027
- Bristol Postgraduate Research Scholarships — 21805 GBP — Deadline: Not specified
- Sanctuary Scholarship — Various benefits — Deadline: Not specified
- Commonwealth Shared Scholarships — Various benefits — Deadline: 09 Dec 2026
- Alumni discount — Various benefits — Deadline: Not specified
- St Mary Redcliffe Choral Section Leaders — 500 GBP — Deadline: 15 Sep 2026
- The Bob Savage Memorial Fund — Various benefits — Deadline: 06 Oct 2026
- Chevening Scholarships — 1450 GBP — Deadline: Not specified
- St Pauls Church Organ Scholarship — 1552 GBP — Deadline: Not specified
- Vice-Chancellor's Scholarship — 58 GBP — Deadline: Not specified
- Graduation gown discount — Various benefits — Deadline: Not specified
- Think Big Scholarships for international students — Various benefits — Deadline: 07 Oct 2026
- Fulbright U.S. Student Program — Various benefits — Deadline: 07 Oct 2026
- ServiceScape Scholarship — 1000 USD — Deadline: 30 Nov 2026
- ACES Scholarships — 3500 USD — Deadline: 15 Nov 2026
- Erasmus+ - Grants for study mobility — Various benefits — Deadline: Not specified
- Scholarships for PhD Students — 19000 GBP — Deadline: Not specified
- Boustany Astronomy PhD Scholarship — Various benefits — Deadline: 28 Feb 2027
- $1,500 Annual Video Contest Scholarship — 1000 USD — Deadline: 31 Oct 2026
- Voice Talent Online Scholarship — 1000 USD — Deadline: 01 Mar 2027
- Women Scholarship for International Students — 5000 USD — Deadline: 28 Aug 2026
- The PhD Prep Fellowship — 10000 USD — Deadline: 01 Sep 2026
- Dream Chaser Scholarship — 1000 USD — Deadline: 13 Jan 2027
- Scholarship for students with disabilities — 3000 USD — Deadline: 31 Dec 2026
- Commonwealth Shared Scholarship – University Bids — 22500 GBP — Deadline: Not specified
- The Annual IELTS from 6 to 9 Scholarship — 1500 USD — Deadline: Not specified
- Tobacco Harm Reduction Scholarship Programme — 12000 USD — Deadline: 11 Jan 2027
