56 PhD programmes in Data Science & Big Data in Europe

The Data Science program at Jheronimus Academy of Data Science (JADS) is a two-year post-master’s program. It qualifies its students to become top-level professional data scientists.

The PhD Data Science from University of Essex is an advanced research degree within our Department of Mathematical Sciences and we have staff members available to act as supervisors across a number of areas within data science. 

The Universities of Florence, University of Pisa, and Siena jointly propose the Smart Industry program, focused on the paradigm of Industry 4.0 (I4.0). 

The Applied Data Science and Artificial Intelligence programme offered by University of Trieste develops expertise in large-scale analytics, intelligent algorithms, and computational modelling.

Our Geospatial Data Science programme from University of Glasgow is suitable for students wishing to pursue a PhD and undertake innovative research in a wide range of subjects which aligns to one of our Geospatial Data Science themes, including: geostatistics and geospatial data quality.

The PhD Data and Human Resources program at University of Milano - Bicocca consists of an initial training common to both curricula and subsequent curricular teaching.

The PhD in Applied Artificial Intelligence from Alma Mater Europaea - ECM is deeply research-oriented and aims to shape the next generation of innovators, researchers, and thought leaders who will drive the future of AI technology. Candidates will get an opportunity to work on a variety of projects under the mentorship of our distinguished faculty.

Step into the realm of advanced research and academic excellence with Sorbonne University's Institutes and Initiatives Doctor of Philosophy program. Elevate your scholarly pursuits at a globally recognized institution committed to pushing the boundaries of knowledge. Sorbonne University welcomes you to embark on a transformative journey through our distinguished doctoral program.

If you choose to study at PhD level, you'll find that The Centre of Excellence for Data Science Artificial Intelligence & Modelling (DAIM) at University of Hull combines research expertise and cutting-edge facilities to deliver a unique experience in your postgraduate journey.

The Healthcare Data Science programme offered by University of Oxford is a four-year cohort-based training programme offering doctoral study in computational statistics, machine learning, data engineering and infectious disease analytics within the context of ethically-responsible health research.

This Computer Science PhD degree from University of Pisa goal of the three-years is to foster post-graduate education of researchers and innovators in Information Technology.

The Health Data Science degree at University of Oxford offers opportunities for doctoral study in computational statistics, machine learning and data engineering within the context of ethically-responsible health research. 

The 'Big Data' Analytics for Industrial Application programme offered by Cranfield University focuses on advanced data analytics, machine learning, and industrial decision support.

The PhD in Data Science from IMT School for Advanced Studies Lucca is aimed at educating the new generation of researchers that combine their disciplinary competences with those of a “data scientist”, able to exploit data and models for advancing knowledge in their own disciplines, or across diverse disciplines. 

This Computer Science PhD programme from Masaryk University is generally focused on diverse topics of contemporary computer science and information technology. 

Explore the social, political, and economic implications of an increasingly data-driven society. Learn more at the Data, Networks and Society programme from London School of Economics and Political Science.