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Deaf Studies (PhD), PhD
University of Bristol, Faculty of Social Sciences and Law
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| Country: | United Kingdom | Duration: | 36 Months |
| City: | Bristol | Start Date: | |
| Educational Form: | Unknown | Languages: | English |
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| Application Deadline: | Not fixed | ||
Programme Description
The Centre for Deaf Studies carries out research on a range of issues related to Deaf communities and sign language.
The Centre's philosophy requires the partnership of hearing and Deaf people in achieving insight and progress. In 2002 the Centre successfully obtained +3 (FT) recognition from the Economic and Social Research Council (ESRC).
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Contents
The Centre has a long tradition of research in the UK and in collaboration with colleagues all over the world. This research is divided into five areas:
* Deafhood, Deaf Community, Culture and Folklore
* Education, Cognition and Psychological Well-being
* Sign Language
* Sign Language acquisition
* Technological Applications
In each case we have carried out funded research, produced reports and have archives of data.
At any point in time, the shape and focus of this research will change and some areas will receive more attention than others. For example, a current focus is research around deafhood, of which the Centre for Deaf Studies is the world leader. However, we are committed to a framework of research with Deaf people, for the benefit of Deaf people and for the purpose of extending knowledge and theory in the academic discipline of Deaf Studies. We are also working to increase the number and quality of Deaf academics.
You are normally required to take an English Proficiency Test if you come from a non-English speaking country.
Most European Universities recognise the IELTS test.
More informationRequirements
Entry requirements
Normally at least an upper second-class undergraduate degree (or equivalent). Applicants who hold other appropriate qualifications along with appropriate professional experience will be considered on their own merit. We encourage applications from anyone who has experience to discuss the programme with us, as they may well be eligible to participate.
Language requirements
An IELTS score of 6.5. We also accept other language tests; please see our website for details.
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