172 Affordable PhD programmes in Spain

The Nuclear and Ionising Radiation Engineering programme of the Polytechnic University of Catalonia received the Pathway to Excellence award, and has also been given the Quality Award by the Ministry of Education.

Thermal Engineering from the Polytechnic University of Catalonia aims to propose quality third-cycle studies, focused on deepening knowledge of basic and applied subjects that would serve as scientific and technical support in research tasks in the field of thermal mechanical engineering.   

The Computing programme at the Polytechnic University of Catalonia was designed to provide rigorous, competitive training for students wishing to undertake research on topics in the areas of computing covered by the programme. 

The main objective of this Chemical Science and Technology programme from Rovira i Virgili University is to provide intensive specialisation in key research lines in present-day chemistry.

The Oenology and Biotechnology course from Rovira i Virgili University aims to train the students to carry out high-quality research in the fields of Oenology and Biotechnology.

Photonics from the Polytechnic University of Catalonia introduces you to the science that studies light and its creation, propagation, manipulation and interaction with matter.

Applied Mathematics from the Polytechnic University of Catalonia aims  to offer training in research techniques in the field of mathematics, which takes shape in the form of formulating and drafting a doctoral thesis.

The objective of the Architectural, Building Construction and Urbanism Technology programmme at the Polytechnic University of Catalonia is to train researchers in the techniques specific to the realisation of architecture, building construction and urbanism, and it focuses on research, development and innovation in these areas of activity.

The Automatic Control, Robotics and Vision programme at the Polytechnic University of Catalonia was established by combining the Advanced Automation and Robotics programme and the Control, Vision and Robotics programme of the Department of Automatic Control (ESAII), both of which had received quality awards from the Spanish Ministry of Education and Science.

At Biomedical Engineering from the Polytechnic University of Catalonia given the multidisciplinary nature of the scientific field of the programme, there are a wide range of degrees that qualify applicants for admission. 

The Signal Theory and Communications programme of the Polytechnic University of Catalonia is strongly associated with the research topics addressed by the Department. Research is carried out by groups that, while autonomous, do regularly collaborate with groups from other departments and universities.

Optical Engineering from the Polytechnic University of Catalonia aims to provide training leading to a doctoral degree for Spanish and international students who have completed a university qualification in the field of optics and optometry.  

Construction Engineering from the Polytechnic University of Catalonia aims to train students as specialists in the area of structural engineering and construction. 

The Audiovisual Communication and Advertising programme offered by Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona develops advanced research expertise in media, audiovisual culture, and advertising within changing technological and social contexts.

The variety of studies in the area of human rights requires a critical and methodological apparatus that the PhD program in Advanced Studies in Human Rights at the Universidad Carlos III de Madrid provides in a rigorous manner.

The Computer Science programme offered by Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona develops advanced research expertise in computing technologies, artificial intelligence, and high-performance systems.

Gender Studies - Cultures, Societies and Politics programme offered by Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona develops advanced research expertise in gender, feminism, and intersectional analysis across social and cultural contexts.

The Doctoral Program in Signal Processing and Communications Engineering at the Universidad Carlos III de Madrid pursues the training of Doctors in the ICT field, providing scientific and technical training of the highest level that allows them both to participate in competitive research teams and to lead innovation and development projects.

The Biotechnology programme offered by Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona develops advanced research expertise in biological systems, bioprocesses, and their applications in health, industry, and sustainability.

The Human Security and Global Law programme offered by Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona develops advanced research expertise in global public law, human rights, and comprehensive security frameworks.