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20.0k PhD programmes from all around the world

Disability Studies

The Disability Studies programme at University of Bristol links theory, policy and practice in a multidisciplinary, research-intensive environment. Its research engages with and influences national and international policy.

Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus
4 years$29,252/yr
The University of Edinburgh4,1(149)
Edinburgh, United Kingdom Top 0.5% in Worldwide

Socio-Cultural Studies

The Socio-Cultural Studies programme at The University of Edinburgh attracts people with social science backgrounds who wish to work on interdisciplinary topics, and also those from an arts or humanities background who want to gain skills and experience in social research.

Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus
3 years$38,735/yr
University of Nebraska-Lincoln4,8(6)
Lincoln, United States Top 6% in Worldwide

Sociology

The Department of Sociology at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln provides a unique opportunity to work with a strong group of active research scholars in the following areas: family and the life course; inequality (race, class and gender); physical and mental health.

Ph.D. Full-time On-campus
8 years$31,182/yr
Universiti Teknologi PETRONAS4,6(13)
Seri Iskandar, Malaysia Top 9% in Worldwide

Management

Make that leap from graduate to professional manager with the fundamental knowledge needed for a management career or expound on research that will have a deep impact on business and management. Learn more at the Management programme from Universiti Teknologi PETRONAS.

Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus
3 years$2,955/yr
University of Rochester5,0(2)
Rochester, United States Top 3% in Worldwide

Mental Health Counseling

The Mental Health Counseling degree at University of Rochester, prepares and supports experienced counselors for leadership positions in their field, as well as selected higher education faculty positions; can be completed on a part-time basis while maintaining full-time employment. 

Ph. D. Full-time +2 On-campus
3 years$57,536/yr
Florida International University (FIU)4,4(71)
Miami, United States Top 7% in Worldwide

Higher Education

The Higher Education program from Florida International University is designed to provide the opportunity for students to enhance analytical and research skills for leadership roles in institutions of higher education. 

Ph.D. Full-time On-campus
9 years$18,030/yr
Florida State University4,5(15)
Tallahassee, United States Top 5% in Worldwide

Urban and Regional Planning

The doctoral (Ph.D.) program in the Department of Urban and Regional Planning at Florida State University educates scholars to teach, conduct research, and carry out service that contributes to a better understanding and shaping of resilient communities and ecosystems in order to promote human capabilities, social justice, sustainable livelihoods, and community health and safety. 

Ph.D. Full-time On-campus
5 years$9,853/yr

Mathematics

The goal of our graduate Mathematics program at Oklahoma State University is to train and prepare you for a career in mathematical research and teaching, as well as a career in an industry that values mathematical skills.

Ph.D. Full-time On-campus
9 years$20,786/yr
Colorado State University4,3(38)
Fort Collins, United States Top 5% in Worldwide

Bioagricultural Sciences - Weed Science

Help build a healthier food system for a growing world while protecting the environment with this Bioagricultural Sciences - Weed Science program at Colorado State University.

Ph.D. Full-time On-campus
10 years$31,556/yr
University of Houston4,2(9)
Houston, United States Top 6% in Worldwide

Pharmaceutical Health Outcomes and Policy

The Pharmaceutical Health Outcomes and Policy programme offeerd by University of Houston develops advanced research expertise in health outcomes evaluation, pharmaceutical policy, and healthcare decision-making.

Ph.D. Full-time On-campus
4 yearsTuition not available
Georgia State University4,3(53)
Atlanta, United States Top 8% in Worldwide

Communication Studies

The Georgia State University doctoral program in Communication Studies encourages students to engage in theoretically rigorous, methodologically sophisticated and ethically informed research.

Ph.D. Full-time On-campus
4 years$32,332/yr
Queen's University Belfast4,2(55)
Belfast, United Kingdom Top 4% in Worldwide

International Studies

The International Studies programme offered by Queen's University Belfast develops advanced research expertise in international relations, global politics, security, political economy, and conflict studies, enabling students to investigate contemporary international issues through original and interdisciplinary research.

Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus
3 years$31,523/yr
University of Amsterdam4,3(18)
Amsterdam, Netherlands Top 1% in Worldwide

Geography, Planning and International Development Studies

The Amsterdam Institute for Social Science Research is dedicated to providing supervision and support to post-graduate students pursuing a PhD in social sciences at the University of Amsterdam. It offers this degree programme in Geography, Planning and International Development Studies.

Ph.D. Full-time On-campus
4 years$5,068/yr
Georgia State University4,3(53)
Atlanta, United States Top 8% in Worldwide

Translational Biomedical Sciences

The Translational Biomedical Sciences Ph.D. at Georgia State University offers an innovative and interdisciplinary training experience designed to position graduates to contribute to the improvement of human health through various biomedical science related careers.

Ph.D. Full-time On-campus
4 years$32,332/yr
University of Maryland4,5(11)
College Park, United States Top 2% in Worldwide

Comparative Literature

A small, elite PhD degree program housed in the Department of English, the Comparative Literature program at the University of Maryland is committed to the comparative and transnational study of literature and other media.

Ph.D. Full-time On-campus
9 years$8,764/yr
University of South Florida4,4(27)
Tampa, United States Top 6% in Worldwide

Nursing

The Doctor of Nursing Practice program at the University of South Florida prepares nurses with the highest level of scientific knowledge and practice expertise to ensure quality of care and positive patient outcomes.

Ph. D. Full-time On-campus
4 years$19,980/yr
Rice University4,5(8)
Houston, United States Top 2% in Worldwide

History

The History graduate program at Rice University is characterized by small classes, student-mentor advising, and a close-knit community of graduate students.

Ph.D. Full-time On-campus
5 years$62,474/yr
University of Göttingen4,2(28)
Göttingen, Germany Top 1% in Worldwide

Scaling Problems in Statistics

This Research Training Group at the University of Göttingen focused on Scaling Problems in Statistics as a general framework for developing, extending and applying statistical methodology related to scaling problems.

Ph.D. Full-time On-campus
3 yearsFree
King's College London4,2(62)
London, United Kingdom Top 0.5% in Worldwide

Psychological Medicine

The Psychological Medicine programme offered by King's College London investigates the biological, psychological, and social mechanisms underlying mental health and psychiatric disorders through translational and clinical research.

Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus
4 years$46,349/yr

Agriculture

Research into agricultural systems and practices ranging from the science of plant and animal production to rural policy and decision-making; with a focus on alternative crops, food and nutrition, farmer health, local knowledge and rural development. The Agriculture programme is offered by the Bangor University.

Ph. D. Full-time +2 On-campus
2 years$28,050/yr