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50 Affordable PhD programmes in France

Management
TBS Education, in collaboration with Toulouse School of Management, is offering a high-level PhD programme. This Management programme is for students who wish to pursue a career as an academic or who aim for a profession of great expertise in consulting, banking, or research companies.
Economics
The PhD in Economics at Sciences Po, supported by the Department of Economics, is now one of the very best European programs, as reflected by the recent recruitment of our students by top universities.
Science, Engineering, and Health
Welcome to Ecole Centrale de Lyon's Science, Engineering, and Health doctoral program! At our esteemed institution, you have the opportunity to delve into advanced studies within the field of health sciences. Ecole Centrale de Lyon, known for its academic excellence, proudly offers this doctoral program to aspiring scholars eager to contribute to the ever-evolving landscape of health research.
Mechanics, Energy, Civil Engineering, and Acoustics
Welcome to Ecole Centrale de Lyon's Mechanics, Energy, Civil Engineering, and Acoustics doctoral program! At our esteemed institution, you have the opportunity to delve into advanced studies within the fields of mechanics, energy, civil engineering, and acoustics.
Engineering
A world leader in aerospace engineering higher education, with its engineers and master of sciences programs, ISAE-SUPAERO - Higher Institute of Aeronautics and Space offers a rich and diverse PhD in Engineering program, leading to the PhD degree, the highest diploma delivered by the institute, recognized internationally.
PhD in Management
The PhD in Management Programme at INSEAD is designed to amplify your talents by offering the best training, experience, and advice to lay the foundations for a successful career in business academia. PhD students undergo five years of rigorous research training in France or Singapore with full funding and secure top academic placements after their doctoral studies.
Legal and Political Sciences
Aix-Marseille University's Legal and Political Sciences doctoral program beckons passionate scholars into an intellectually enriching academic journey, delving into the complexities of legal and political sciences.
Management
The PhD in Management at emlyon business school is a fully funded program that prepares students to produce world-class research, meets the highest international standards and is delivered entirely in English.
Environmental Sciences
Aix-Marseille University's Environmental Sciences doctoral program invites passionate scholars into an immersive academic journey exploring the intricacies of environmental sciences. As an integral component of Aix-Marseille University, this program stands as a bastion of academic excellence, fostering a nurturing environment for those dedicated to advancing knowledge in environmental sciences.
History
The aim of this History PhD offered by Sciences Po is to train researchers who are familiar with key historiographical issues and concepts, are capable of conducting rigorous archival research, and are willing to participate in a broad international debate and conversation.
Humanities and Languages
The Humanities and Languages Doctoral School is comprised of four joint research units and nine reception teams from the University of Tours and the University of Orleans.
Biology and Health Sciences
The aim of the Biology and Health Sciences doctoral program at the University of Lille is to train doctoral students as highly skilled scientists capable of independent research in the public sector of higher education and research in biology and health sciences or as scientifically-trained professionals who will valorize their competences in a non-academic context.
International Doctor of Philosophy
Explore the world of advanced research and global academic excellence with Sorbonne University's International Doctor of Philosophy program. Embark on a transcendent academic journey at a world-renowned institution dedicated to expanding the frontiers of knowledge. Sorbonne University invites you to be part of a transformative experience through our prestigious doctoral program.
Energy, Materials, Geosciences, Space Sciences
Co-accredited by the University of Orleans, the University of Tours and INSA Centre Val de Loire, the Energy, Materials, Geosciences, Space Sciences Doctoral School (EMSTU) has doctoral students carrying out their research in the 13 research units attached to the DS distributed over the Orleans, Tours, Bourges and Blois sites.
Business Administration, Finance & Accounting
Welcome to SKEMA Business School's distinguished doctoral program in Business Administration, Finance & Accounting . As an esteemed institution, SKEMA offers a cutting-edge curriculum that seamlessly integrates business administration principles with a profound focus on finance and accounting.
Business Administration, Management
Welcome to SKEMA Business School's distinguished doctoral program in Business Administration, Management. As an esteemed institution, SKEMA offers a cutting-edge curriculum that seamlessly integrates business administration principles with a dedicated focus on management.
Law
The Law school's (Ph.D.) doctoral programme within the Sciences Po doctoral school provides high-level training for students who wish to bring a significant theoretical contribution to their understanding of legal issues in a specific area of the law.
Materials
Welcome to Ecole Centrale de Lyon's Materials Science and Engineering doctoral program! At our esteemed institution, you have the opportunity to delve into advanced studies within the field of materials science and engineering.
GAIA - Biodiversity, Agriculture, Food, Environment, Land, Water
The GAIA - Biodiversity, Agriculture, Food, Environment, Land, Water doctoral school offers research training at l'Institut Agro Montpellier.
Interdisciplinary Doctor of Philosophy
Welcome to Sorbonne University's Interdisciplinary Doctor of Philosophy program. Immerse yourself in a transformative academic journey at one of the world's renowned institutions for higher learning. Sorbonne University invites you to explore the boundless possibilities of research and innovation through our interdisciplinary doctoral program.