Postgraduate research fees archive
PhD, DM, and MPhil Degrees
The University charges an annual tuition fee and this covers examination and graduation and includes membership of the Guild of Students. Fees are payable at the start of your programme.
Minimum fees recommended by UKRI are always adopted as the Keele University Home tuition fee for all postgraduate research. UKRI usually increase their fee and stipend levels annually in line with inflation, based on the Treasury GDP deflator.
| 2022/23 TUITION FEE | 2022/23 CONTINUATION FEE | |
|---|---|---|
|
Full-time (Campus based and distance learning) |
£4,596 |
£300 (1-12 months) £600 (+ 12 months) |
|
Part-time (Campus based and distance learning) |
£2,298 |
£150 (1-12 months) £300 (+ 12 months) |
| * Continuation fees will be charged at the beginning of continuation. They are repayable (on a pro rata basis) when you submit before the end of the continuation period. |
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Please visit the UKRI webpages for further information on ways to fund your PHD.
The fee for PHD by Publication in 2022 is £2,298.
PROFESSIONAL DOCTORATE TUITION FEES
| 2022/23 TUITION FEE | 2022/23 CONTINUATION FEE |
|---|---|
| £3,050 |
£150 (1-12 months) £300 (+ 12 months) |
Prospective students needing further advice as to what their fees status would be or the fees payable for a specific postgraduate research programme should contact the Postgraduate Research Admissions:
Postgraduate Research Admissions
Email: admissions@keele.ac.uk
Enquiries relating to making a fees payment should contact the Finance department:
Finance department
Tel: (+44) 01782 733149
Email: finance@keele.ac.uk
For more information, please visit the Directorate of Finance website.
PhD, DM, and MPhil Degrees
The University charges an annual tuition fee and this covers examination and graduation and includes membership of the Guild of Students. Fees are payable at the start of your programme.
Minimum fees recommended by UKRI are always adopted as the Keele University Home tuition fee for all postgraduate research. UKRI usually increase their fee and stipend levels annually in line with inflation, based on the Treasury GDP deflator.
| 2021/22 Tuition Fee | 2021/22 Continuation Fee | |
|---|---|---|
|
Full-time (Campus based and distance learning) |
£4,500 |
£300 (1-12 months) £600 (+ 12 months) |
|
Part-time (Campus based and distance learning) |
£2,250 |
£150 (1-12 months) £300 (+ 12 months) |
| * Continuation fees will be charged at the beginning of continuation. They are repayable (on a pro rata basis) when you submit before the end of the continuation period. |
||
Please visit the UKRI webpages for further information.
The fee for PHD by Publication in 2021 is £2,250.
Professional doctorate tuition fees
| 2021/22 Tuition Fee | 2021/22 Continuation Fee |
|---|---|
| £2,900 |
£150 (1-12 months) £300 (+ 12 months) |
Prospective students needing further advice as to what their fees status would be or the fees payable for a specific postgraduate research programme should contact the Postgraduate Research Admissions:
Postgraduate Research Admissions
Tel: (+44) 01782 733726
Email: admissions@keele.ac.uk
Enquiries relating to making a fees payment should contact the Finance department:
Finance department
Tel: (+44) 01782 733149
Email: finance@keele.ac.uk
For more information, please visit the Directorate of Finance website.
PhD, DM, and MPhil Degrees
Set by UK Research and Innovation (UKRI).
UKRI usually increase their fee and stipend levels annually in line with inflation, based on the Treasury GDP deflator. Minimum fees recommended by UKRI are always adopted as the Keele University Home/EU tuition fee for all postgraduate research.
| 2020-21 Fee | 2020-21 Continuation Fee | |
|---|---|---|
| Full-time | £4,407 | 1-12 months: £300; 12 months+: £600 |
| Part-time | £2,204 | 1-12 months: £150; 12 months+: £300 |
| * Continuation fees will be charged at the beginning of continuation. They are repayable (on a pro rata basis) when you submit before the end of the continuation period. |
||
Please visit the UKRI webpages for further information.
The fee for PHD by Publication in 2020 is £2,204.
Professional doctorate tuition fees
| Course | Fee |
|---|---|
| EdD (Education) | £2,850 |
| Social Work | £2,850 |
| Criminology | £2,850 |
| Pharmacy | £2,850 |
| Health Science (DHealthSci) | £2,850 |
Prospective students needing further advice as to what their fees status would be or the fees payable for a specific postgraduate research programme should contact the Postgraduate Research Admissions:
Postgraduate Research Admissions
Tel: (+44) 01782 733726
Email: admissions@keele.ac.uk
Enquiries relating to making a fees payment should contact the Finance department:
Finance department
Tel: (+44) 01782 733149
Email: finance@keele.ac.uk
For more information, please visit the Directorate of Finance website.
PhD, DM, and MPhil Degrees
Tuition fees vary by:
• Fee status
• Mode of attendance
• Degree route
If you are unsure of your fee status (UK, EU or international), please contact the Admissions Office for advice via telephone: +44 (0)1782 734010 or email: admissions@keele.ac.ukSet by Research Councils UK (RCUK)
Research Councils UK (RCUK) usually increase their fee and stipend levels annually in line with inflation, based on the Treasury GDP deflator. Minimum fees recommended by the Research Councils are always adopted as the Keele University Home/EU tuition fee for all postgraduate research.
| 2019-20 Fee | 2019-20 Continuation Fee | |
|---|---|---|
| Full-time | £4,327 | 1-12 months: £300; 12 months+: £600 |
| Part-time | £2,164 | 1-12 months: £150; 12 months+: £300 |
| * Continuation fees will be charged at the beginning of continuation. They are repayable (on a pro rata basis) when you submit before the end of the continuation period. |
||
Please visit the RCUK webpages for further information
The PHD by publication fee is set at £2,164 for 2019 entry
Professional doctorate tuition fees
| Course | Fee |
|---|---|
| EdD (Education) | £2,800 |
| Social Work | £2,800 |
| Criminology | £2,800 |
| Pharmacy | £2,700 |
| Health Science (DHealthSci) | £2,700 |
For fee status queries (i.e. assessment of whether someone is eligible for UK or Overseas fees), please contact Admissions Email: admissions@keele.ac.uk
For all other fee related queries, please contact your specific Research Office. Detail here >
Enquiries relating to making a fees payment should contact the Finance department:
Finance department
Tel: (+44) 01782 733149
Email: finance@keele.ac.uk
For more information, please visit the Directorate of Finance website.
PhD, DM, and MPhil Degrees
Set by Research Councils UK (RCUK)
Research Councils UK (RCUK) usually increase their fee and stipend levels annually in line with inflation, based on the Treasury GDP deflator. Minimum fees recommended by the Research Councils are always adopted as the Keele University Home/EU tuition fee for all postgraduate research.
| 2018-19 Fee | 2018-19 Continuation Fee | |
|---|---|---|
| Full-time | £4,260 | 1-12 months: £300; 12 months+: £600 |
| Part-time | £2,130 | 1-12 months: £150; 12 months+: £300 |
| * Continuation fees will be charged at the beginning of continuation. They are repayable (on a pro rata basis) when you submit before the end of the continuation period. |
||
Please visit the RCUK webpages for further information
Professional doctorate tuition fees
| Course | Fee |
|---|---|
| EdD (Education) | £2,700 |
| Social Work | £2,700 |
| Criminology | £2,700 |
| Pharmacy | £2,620 |
| Health Science (DHealthSci) | £2,590 |
Prospective students needing further advice as to what their fees status would be or the fees payable for a specific postgraduate research programme should contact the Postgraduate Research Admissions:
Postgraduate Research Admissions
Tel: (+44) 01782 733726
Email: admissions.ukeu@keele.ac.uk
Enquiries relating to making a fees payment should contact the Finance department:
Finance department
Tel: (+44) 01782 733149
Email: finance@keele.ac.uk
For more information, please visit the Directorate of Finance website.
It is important that you plan correctly how much you will be spending over the duration of your course at Keele University. Tuition fees are fixed but your living expenses may vary. This page provides you with information on tuition fees and other costs involved in postgraduate research study so that you can plan your finances from day one.
The University charges an annual tuition fee, included in the Programme fees below. This covers the cost of your tuition, examination and graduation, and includes membership of the Guild of Students. Fees are payable at the start of your programme.
The fees you pay depend on whether you are classed as an overseas student for fees purposes. The criteria for definition are set by the British government. For further information, a brief guide is available at www.ukcisa.org.uk.
PhD, DM, and MPhil Degrees
Set by Research Councils UK (RCUK)
Research Councils UK (RCUK) usually increase their fee and stipend levels annually in line with inflation, based on the Treasury GDP deflator. Minimum fees recommended by the Research Councils are always adopted as the Keele University Home/EU tuition fee for all postgraduate research.
UK/EU students
| 2017-18 Fee | 2017-18 Continuation Fee | |
|---|---|---|
| Full-time | £4,195 | 1-12 months: £300; 12 months+: £600 |
| Part-time | £2,098 | 1-12 months: £150; 12 months+: £300 |
| * Continuation fees will be charged at the beginning of continuation. They are repayable (on a pro rata basis) when you submit before the end of the continuation period. |
||
Please visit the RCUK webpages for further information
Professional doctorate tuition fees
UK/EU students
| Course | Fee |
|---|---|
| EdD (Education) | £2,550 |
| Social Work | £2,550 |
| Criminology | £2,550 |
| Pharmacy | £2,570 |
| Health Science (DHealthSci) | £2,550 |
It is important that you plan correctly how much you will be spending over the duration of your course at Keele University. Tuition fees are fixed but your living expenses may vary. This page provides you with information on tuition fees and other costs involved in postgraduate research study so that you can plan your finances from day one.
The University charges an annual tuition fee, included in the Programme fees below. This covers the cost of your tuition, examination and graduation, and includes membership of the Guild of Students. Fees are payable at the start of your programme.
The fees you pay depend on whether you are classed as an overseas student for fees purposes. The criteria for definition are set by the British government. For further information, a brief guide is available at www.ukcisa.org.uk.
PhD, DM, and MPhil Degrees
Set by Research Councils UK (RCUK)
Research Councils UK (RCUK) usually increase their fee and stipend levels annually in line with inflation, based on the Treasury GDP deflator. Minimum fees recommended by the Research Councils are always adopted as the Keele University Home/EU tuition fee for all postgraduate research.
UK/EU students
| Fee | Continuation Fee* | |
|---|---|---|
| Full-time | £4,121 | £618 |
| Part-time | £2,061 | £309 |
* Continuation fees will be charged at the beginning of continuation. They are repayable (on a pro rata basis) when you submit before the end of the continuation period.
Please visit the RCUK webpages for further information
Professional Doctorate Degrees
UK/EU students
|
Course |
Fee |
|---|---|
|
EdD (Education) |
£2,500 |
| Social Work | £2,500 |
| Criminology | £2,500 |
| Health Science (DHealthSci) | £2,500 |
It is important that you plan correctly how much you will be spending over the duration of your course at Keele University. Tuition fees are fixed but your living expenses may vary. This page provides you with information on tuition fees and other costs involved in postgraduate research study so that you can plan your finances from day one.
The University charges an annual tuition fee, included in the Programme fees below. This covers the cost of your tuition, examination and graduation, and includes membership of the Guild of Students. Fees are payable at the start of your programme.
The fees you pay depend on whether you are classed as an overseas student for fees purposes. The criteria for definition are set by the British government. For further information, a brief guide is available at www.ukcisa.org.uk.
The standard annual programme fees are listed below:
PhD, DM, and MPhil Degrees
UK/EU students
| Fee | Continuation Fee* | |
|---|---|---|
| Full-time | £4,052 | £608 |
| Part-time | £2,026 | £304 |
* Continuation fees will be charged at the beginning of continuation. They are repayable (on a pro rata basis) when you submit before the end of the continuation period.
Professional Doctorate Degrees
UK/EU students
|
EdD (Education) |
£2,400 |
| Social Work | £2,400 |
| Criminology | £2,400 |
It is important that you plan correctly how much you will be spending over the duration of your course at Keele University. Tuition fees are fixed but your living expenses may vary. This page provides you with information on tuition fees and other costs involved in postgraduate research study so that you can plan your finances from day one.
The University charges an annual tuition fee and this covers examination and graduation and includes membership of the Guild of Students. Fees are payable at the start of your programme.
Project costs
Also known as 'bench fees', cover the cost of consumable materials used in your degree. Some projects use large amounts of materials or 'consumables'. In these instances, you may be charged an annual Programme Fee to help cover the cost of this. You will be notified of any fee which applies, in your offer letter.
The fees you pay depend on whether you are classed as an overseas student for fees purposes. The criteria for definition are set by the British government. For further information, a brief guide is available at www.ukcisa.org.uk
The standard annual programme fees are listed below.
PhD, DM, and MPhil Degrees
Fees are fixed for each year of your degree programme, allowing you to plan your finances for the duration of your studies.
|
2022/23 TUITION FEE |
2022/23 CONTINUATION FEE |
|
|
Full time (Campus based and distance learning) |
£15,650 |
£300 (1-12 months) £600 (12 months +) |
|
Part time (Distance learning only) |
£7,850 |
£150 (1-12 months) £300 (12 months +) |
|
Continuation fees will be charged at the beginning of continuation. They are repayable (on a pro rata basis) when you submit before the end of the continuation period. |
||
|
2022/23 Project costs |
|
|---|---|
|
Band 1: Non-lab and some intermediate disciplines |
- |
| Band 2: Lab and some intermediate disciplines |
£2,350 |
|
Band 3: Lab and some intermediate disciplines |
£4,700 |
|
Band 4: Lab and some intermediate disciplines |
£7,050 |
|
Band 5: Lab and some intermediate disciplines |
£9,400 |
Professional doctorate tuition fees
| 2022/23 Tuition Fee | 2022/23 Continuation Fee |
|---|---|
| £7,900 |
£150 (1-12 months) £300 (12 months +) |
UK student visa regulations mean that students classed as overseas for fees purposes may normally only register on a full-time basis, unless they are Distance Learners.
It is important that you plan correctly how much you will be spending over the duration of your course at Keele University. Tuition fees are fixed but your living expenses may vary. This page provides you with information on tuition fees and other costs involved in postgraduate research study so that you can plan your finances from day one.
The University charges an annual tuition fee and this covers examination and graduation and includes membership of the Guild of Students. Fees are payable at the start of your programme.
Programme Fees
Also known as 'bench fees', cover the cost of consumable materials used in your degree. Some projects use large amounts of materials or 'comsumables'. In these instances, you maybe charged an annual Programme Fee to help cover the cost of this. You will be notified of any fee which applies, in your offer letter.
The fees you pay depend on whether you are classed as an overseas student for fees purposes. The criteria for definition are set by the British government. For further information, a brief guide is available at www.ukcisa.org.uk
The standard annual programme fees are listed below.
PhD, DM, and MPhil Degrees
Fees are fixed for each year of your degree programme, allowing you to plan your finances for the duration of your studies.
|
2021/22 TUITION FEE |
2021/22 CONTINUATION FEE |
|
|
Full time (Campus based and distance learning) |
£14,900 |
£300 (1-12 months) £600 (12 months +) |
|
Part time (Distance learning only) |
£7,450 |
£150 (1-12 months) £300 (12 months +) |
|
*Continuation fees will be charged at the beginning of continuation. They are repayable (on a pro rata basis) when you submit before the end of the continuation period. |
||
|
2021/22 Programme Fee |
|
|---|---|
|
Band 1: Non-lab and some intermediate disciplines |
- |
| Band 2: Lab and some intermediate disciplines |
£2,240 |
|
Band 3: Lab and some intermediate disciplines |
£4,470 |
|
Band 4: Lab and some intermediate disciplines |
£6,710 |
|
Band 5: Lab and some intermediate disciplines |
£8,940 |
Professional doctorate tuition fees
| 2021/22 Tuition Fee | 2021/22 Continuation Fee |
|---|---|
| £7,500 |
£150 (1-12 months) £300 (12 months +) |
UK student visa regulations mean that students classed as overseas for fees purposes may normally only register on a full-time basis, unless they are Distance Learners.
It is important that you plan correctly how much you will be spending over the duration of your course at Keele University. Tuition fees are fixed but your living expenses may vary. This page provides you with information on tuition fees and other costs involved in postgraduate research study so that you can plan your finances from day one.
The University charges an annual tuition fee, included in the Programme fees below. This covers the cost of your tuition, examination and graduation, and includes membership of the Guild of Students. Fees are payable at the start of your programme.
The fees you pay depend on whether you are classed as an overseas student for fees purposes. The criteria for definition are set by the British government. For further information, a brief guide is available at www.ukcisa.org.uk.
The standard annual programme fees are listed below.
PhD, DM, and MPhil Degrees
Fees are fixed for each year of your degree programme, allowing you to plan your finances for the duration of your studies.
| 2020-21 Fee | 2020-21 Continuation Fee | |
|---|---|---|
| Primary Care Sciences | £16,150 | £2,420 |
| Non-laboratory programmes | £14,600 | £2,190 |
| Laboratory programmes in Science, Technology and Medicine ** |
£16,150 £19,900 £22,150 £24,300 |
£2,420
£2,420 £2,420 £2,420 |
| Intermediate Disciplines including Mathematics, Statistics, Geography, Pharmacy, Nursing, Midwifery and Physiotherapy** |
£14,600 £17,200 £19,450 £21,600 |
£2,190 £2,190 £2,190 £2,190 |
| * Continuation fees will be charged at the beginning of continuation. They are repayable (on a pro rata basis) when you submit before the end of the continuation period. ** The applicable fee level will be determined when an offer is made and is dependent on the nature of the research project to be undertaken. |
||
Professional doctorate tuition fees
| Course | Fee |
|---|---|
| EdD (Education) | £6,000 |
| Social Work | £6,000 |
| Criminology | £6,000 |
| Pharmacy | £6,000 |
| Health Science (DHealthSci) | £6,000 |
UK student visa regulations mean that students classed as overseas for fees purposes may normally only register on a full-time basis.
It is important that you plan correctly how much you will be spending over the duration of your course at Keele University. Tuition fees are fixed but your living expenses may vary. This page provides you with information on tuition fees and other costs involved in a postgraduate research study so that you can plan your finances from day one.
The University charges an annual tuition fee, included in the Programme fees below. This covers the cost of your tuition, examination and graduation, and includes membership of the Guild of Students. Fees are payable at the start of your programme.
The fees you pay depend on whether you are classed as an overseas student for fees purposes. The criteria for definition are set by the British government. For further information, a brief guide is available at www.ukcisa.org.uk.
The standard annual programme fees are listed below.
PhD, DM, and MPhil Degrees
Tuition fees vary by:
• Fee status
• Mode of attendance
• Programme route
If you are unsure of your fee status (UK, EU or international), please contact the Admissions Office for advice via telephone: +44 (0)1782 734010 or email: admissions@keele.ac.uk
Fees are fixed for each year of your degree programme, allowing you to plan your finances for the duration of your studies.
| 2019-20 Fee | 2019-20 Continuation Fee | |
|---|---|---|
| Primary Care Sciences | £15,860 | £2,380 |
| Non-laboratory programmes | £14,320 | £2,150 |
| Laboratory programmes in Science, Technology and Medicine ** |
£15,860 £19,540 £21,740 £23,840 |
£2,380
£2,380 £2,380 £2,380 |
| Intermediate Disciplines including Mathematics, Statistics, Geography, Pharmacy, Nursing, Midwifery and Physiotherapy** |
£14,320 £16,880 £19,080 £21,180 |
£2,150 £2,150 £2,150 £2,150 |
| * Continuation fees will be charged at the beginning of continuation. They are repayable (on a pro rata basis) when you submit before the end of the continuation period. ** The applicable fee level will be determined when an offer is made and is dependent on the nature of the research project to be undertaken. |
||
Professional doctorate tuition fees
| Course | Fee |
|---|---|
| EdD (Education) | £5,935 |
| Social Work | £5,935 |
| Criminology | £5,935 |
| Pharmacy | £2,750 |
| Health Science (DHealthSci) | TBC |
UK student visa regulations mean that students classed as overseas for fees purposes may normally only register on a full-time basis.
It is important that you plan correctly how much you will be spending over the duration of your course at Keele University. Tuition fees are fixed but your living expenses may vary. This page provides you with information on tuition fees and other costs involved in postgraduate research study so that you can plan your finances from day one.
The University charges an annual tuition fee, included in the Programme fees below. This covers the cost of your tuition, examination and graduation, and includes membership of the Guild of Students. Fees are payable at the start of your programme.
The fees you pay depend on whether you are classed as an overseas student for fees purposes. The criteria for definition are set by the British government. For further information, a brief guide is available at www.ukcisa.org.uk.
The standard annual programme fees are listed below.
PhD, DM, and MPhil Degrees
Fees are fixed for each year of your degree programme, allowing you to plan your finances for the duration of your studies.
| 2018-19 Fee | 2018-19 Continuation Fee | |
|---|---|---|
| Primary Care Sciences | £15,500 | £2,325 |
| Non-laboratory programmes | £14,000 | £2,110 |
| Laboratory programmes in Science, Technology and Medicine ** |
£15,500 £19,100 £21,250 £23,300 |
£2,325
£2,325 £2,325 £2,325 |
| Intermediate Disciplines including Mathematics, Statistics, Geography, Pharmacy, Nursing, Midwifery and Physiotherapy** |
£14,000 £16,500 £18,650 £20,700 |
£2,100 £2,100 £2,100 £2,100 |
| * Continuation fees will be charged at the beginning of continuation. They are repayable (on a pro rata basis) when you submit before the end of the continuation period. ** The applicable fee level will be determined when an offer is made and is dependent on the nature of the research project to be undertaken. |
||
Professional doctorate tuition fees
| Course | Fee |
|---|---|
| EdD (Education) | £5,800 |
| Social Work | £5,800 |
| Criminology | £5,800 |
| Pharmacy | £2,620 |
| Health Science (DHealthSci) | TBC |
UK student visa regulations mean that students classed as overseas for fees purposes may normally only register on a full-time basis.