Senior Lecturer in International Development
Faculty of Business and Law
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International Development PhD/PhD by Published works
Key Facts
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Level
PostgraduatePG PhD
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Duration
PhD: Full Time 2 years - 4 years or Part Time 3 years - 6 years
PhD by Published Works: Part Time 1 year - 2 years -
Starting
October, March
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See Fees and Funding
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See Fees and Funding
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Waterside
Updated 14/04/2025
Updated 14/04/2025
Get in touch
For questions regarding study and admissions please contact us:
UK STUDENTS ENQUIRIES
study@northampton.ac.uk
0300 303 2772
INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS ENQUIRIES
Overview
If you are a graduate in International Development or a related discipline, this International Development PhD by Published Works programme offers an excellent opportunity to expand your knowledge and research skills. Successful oral defence (viva voce) of the final thesis will provide the researcher with the highest qualification that any UK university can award. As a PhD researcher, you’ll join our renowned globally diverse research community with access to research and teaching opportunities, as well as a substantial series of seminars presented by leading development professionals and practitioners.
Find out more here:
The closing dates for applications for the October intake is the 1 August and for the March intake is the 11 December.
Highlights
- The University of Northampton hosts a thriving and cosmopolitan community of researchers working on global development issues
- Realise your potential to define and solve pressing global forces and transform the world with your research impact
- The University of Northampton is committed to encouraging new thinking in the fields of International development
- Regular research seminars, conferences and research activities led by our Research Centre and the Graduate School
Entry Requirements
We normally require a UK 2:1 honours degree or its international equivalent, or a UK masters degree or its international equivalent in a relevant subject area.
Course Content
Fees and Funding
2025/26 Tuition Fees
Fees quoted relate to study in the Academic Year 25/26 only and may be subject to inflationary increases in future years.
Doctor Of Philosophy Degrees
- UK – Full Time: £5,700
- UK – Part Time: £2,845
- International – Full Time: £16,350
- International – Part Time: £7,640
Doctor of Philosophy Degrees by means of Published Works
Including: Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) by means of published works.
- UK – Part Time: £3,600
- International – Part Time: £7,840
Careers and Employability
A research degree from the University of Northampton will further develop your understanding of the world and how society is organised, with specific focus on violence and conflict, the role of aid, refugees and forced migration.
Graduates leave with a range of transferable skills, including critical thinking, analytical skills and cultural awareness.
Facilities
Our PhD students have access to exceptional research facilities such as:
- Dedicated PhD study area with computer and printer in the Learning Hub
- Teaching and Research Assistant opportunities should you meet the requirement
- Spacious individual and group working space and discussion areas
- Well-equipped library with access to academic e-books, journal articles and learning resources for on-site and off-site study
- Library and Learning support for PhD students
- Skills support for PhD students
- Opportunities for research collaboration with staff and students
- Excellent social groups for student meetings and engagement
