The London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE) is inviting applications for its MPhil/PhD Demography (Social/Formal) programme for 2027/28.
This postgraduate research programme combines social demography and formal demography. It includes research supervision, methodological training, seminars, and transferable skills development. In addition, successful applicants may apply for LSE PhD Studentships and ESRC funding.
Application Deadline: 27 May 2027. Funding deadline for LSE PhD Studentships and ESRC funding: 13 January 2027.
Eligible Countries: Global (Open to Home/UK and International/Overseas students).
To be taken at (country): United Kingdom
About this Scholarship
The MPhil/PhD Demography (Social/Formal) at LSE is a postgraduate research degree in population studies. Students begin with MPhil registration and may transfer to PhD status after meeting the programme requirements.
The programme offers a structured research environment. Students receive supervision, take training in methods and transferable skills, and join seminars and specialist workshops.
Level of Study: Postgraduate research (MPhil/PhD)
Eligibility
- Applicants need a minimum upper second class honours (2:1) bachelor’s degree, or equivalent.
- Applicants should also have a master’s degree, or equivalent, in a social science subject with high merit (65+) and high merit (65+) in the dissertation.
- Relevant social science backgrounds are preferred, including demography, sociology, economics, social policy, methodology, geography, gender, and public policy.
- Applicants may need to provide evidence of English language proficiency at Research level.
Number of Awards: Not specified – please see official page
Value of Award: Research supervision, methodological training and seminars, transferable skills courses, and eligibility to apply for LSE PhD Studentships and ESRC funding; careers support.
Duration of Award: Full-time: three to four years (minimum two years). Part-time: available in limited circumstances; see application guidance.
Benefits
- Assigned lead supervisor and second supervisor or adviser
- Participation in the department’s research seminar series and specialist workshops
- Optional and compulsory research methods and transferable skills training courses
- Opportunity to apply for LSE PhD Studentships
- Opportunity to apply for ESRC studentships and funding
- Careers support and training, including CV workshops and careers fairs
Required Documents
- Outline research proposal
- Statement of academic purpose
- Sample of written work
- Academic transcripts or evidence of qualifications
- Evidence of English language proficiency, if required
Award Provider: London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE)
How to Apply
Apply through the official LSE graduate application page. Before you apply, review the programme requirements, funding timelines, and application guidance carefully.
Also, prepare the required documents in advance. If you want to be considered for LSE PhD Studentships or ESRC funding, submit your application by the funding deadline.
👉 Visit the official scholarship page for details
