7.5k PhD programmes in Europe

University of West London4,4(66)

London, United Kingdom

English Literature

This English Literature course from the University of West London offers a PhD by individual research within the areas of expertise of the School’s teaching staff.

Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus

4 years$21,371/yr

University of Birmingham4,3(46)

Birmingham, United Kingdom Top 2% in Worldwide

Economics

Bringing together leading economic research and world-class mentorship, the Economics programme from University of Birmingham is designed for ambitious scholars committed to advancing economic understanding and developing innovative solutions to global challenges.

Ph.D. Full-time On-campus

4 years$33,646/yr

Cardiff University4,6(159)

Cardiff, United Kingdom Top 3% in Worldwide

Drug Delivery and Microbiology

Drug Delivery and Microbiology is a research theme delivered at Cardiff University within which you can focus your studies as part of our suite of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences research programmes (MPhil, MD, PhD).

Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus

3 years$35,663/yr

Lancaster University4,3(65)

Lancaster, United Kingdom Top 3% in Worldwide

Philosophy

Philosophy at Lancaster University - Management School is pluralistic in approach and, where possible, we are open to engagement and collaboration with other disciplines and institutions.

Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus

3 years$30,214/yr

University of Bristol4,3(95)

Bristol, United Kingdom Top 1% in Worldwide

Population Health Sciences

The Department of Population Health Sciences is part of Bristol Medical School. Staff in the department participate in extensive national and international research collaborations and provide health policy advice for government organisations and international bodies. University of Bristol offers the Population Health Sciences programme.

Ph. D. Full-time +2 On-campus +2

5 years$36,732/yr

University of York4,2(99)

York, United Kingdom Top 3% in Worldwide

Mathematics

The Mathematics PhD programme from University of York offers the opportunity to study for the degree of Doctor of Philosophy (PhD), as well as the degree of Master of Philosophy (MPhil) in Mathematics, in a thriving research environment.

Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus

3 years$33,860/yr

Eastern Mediterranean University4,0(133)

Famagusta, Northern Cyprus Top 15% in Worldwide

Mechanical Engineering

Excellent laboratory facilities, the library and the computer centre form an ideal research environment for dedicated research students. The Mechanical Engineering course is offered at Eastern Mediterranean University.

Ph.D. Full-time On-campus

3½ years$550/module

Cardiff University4,6(159)

Cardiff, United Kingdom Top 3% in Worldwide

Social Sciences

Th PhD Social Sciences degree course delivered by Cardiff University is characterised by a strong focus on research training leading to theoretically-informed research that advances academic and policy debates.

Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus

3 years$35,663/yr

Queen Mary University of London4,1(113)

London, United Kingdom Top 2% in Worldwide

Paediatric Dentistry

Assess, diagnose and treat severe dental diseases in children, from dental anomalies to dental traumas in this intensive yet rewarding Doctorate programme. This Paediatric Dentistry programme offered at Queen Mary University of London provides integrated, hands-on training for dentists who aspire to be specialists, either in primary or secondary services, or clinical academics of the future.

Ph.D. Full-time On-campus

3 years$88,757/yr

Corvinus University of Budapest4,0(85)

Budapest, Hungary

Geopolitics and Sustainable Development

The Geopolitics and Sustainable Development programme offered at Corvinus University of Budapest is open to students conducting research primarily in the fields of economic geography, geopolitics, development policy, urban studies, environmental economics and environmental policy.

Ph.D. Full-time On-campus

4 years$8,921/yr

University of Bristol4,3(95)

Bristol, United Kingdom Top 1% in Worldwide

Geographical Sciences (Human Geography)

The Geographical Sciences (Human Geography) programme from University of Bristol is international and interdisciplinary and offers an exceptional academic environment for postgraduate research.

Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus

4 years$29,252/yr

University of Surrey4,4(64)

Guildford, United Kingdom Top 5% in Worldwide

Sociology

Boasting an international reputation and a thriving academic environment, the Sociology programme of the University of Surrey supervises PhDs in a wide range of subjects across sociology, criminology, digital media and communications and related areas.

Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus

4 years$29,118/yr

Lancaster University4,3(65)

Lancaster, United Kingdom Top 3% in Worldwide

Sports and Exercise Sciences

The Sports and Exercise Sciences course from Lancaster University is an excellent opportunity to pursue your research career in this domain, while increasing your knowledge, learning new skills and developing your own abilities as a researcher.

Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus

3 years$37,413/yr

University of Huddersfield4,4(43)

Huddersfield, United Kingdom Top 15% in Worldwide

Business and Management Studies

A Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) is the highest academic award for which a student can be registered. This Business and Management Studies programme at the University of Huddersfield allows you to explore and pursue a research project built around a substantial piece of work, which has to show evidence of original contribution to knowledge.

Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus

3 years$24,978/yr

Leeds Beckett University4,1(49)

Leeds, United Kingdom Top 20% in Worldwide

Creative Practice

This Creative Practice doctoral programme from Leeds Beckett University is aimed specifically at arts practitioners.

Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus

3 years$21,751/yr

University of York4,2(99)

York, United Kingdom Top 3% in Worldwide

Human Sciences

The Human Sciences PhD programme from University of York will give you the opportunity to conduct a substantial independent research project, leading to an original contribution to knowledge in your chosen field.

Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus

3 years$41,340/yr

European University Cyprus (EUC)3,8(41)

Nicosia, Cyprus

Medical Sciences

The Medical Sciences cocurse from European University Cyprus (EUC) provides advanced training in the primary areas of Basic Science, Clinical and Translational Science and Medical Education.

Ph.D. Full-time On-campus

3 years$5,352/yr

Universidade de Aveiro4,4(203)

Aveiro, Portugal Top 7% in Worldwide

History of Sciences and Scientific Education

Become familiar with the most important aspects of the evolution of the sciences, analyzing their development as part of humanity’s intellectual and social experience with the History of Sciences and Scientific Education doctorate degree taught at Universidade de Aveiro.

Doctorate Full-time On-campus

3 years$2,620/yr

University of Brighton4,2(55)

Brighton, United Kingdom Top 15% in Worldwide

Physiotherapy

As a Physiotherapy PhD student at the University of Brighton you will be able to draw on research approaches from a range of cognate fields including musculoskeletal therapy and rehabilitation, exercise prescription and health, assistive technology and mobility and efficacy of therapeutic interventions and approaches.

Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus

3 years$22,680/yr

Northumbria University4,3(161)

Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom Top 8% in Worldwide

Sport and Exercise Psychology (Part-Time)

The Sport and Exercise Psychology (Part-Time) doctoral programme from Northumbria University aims to provide a qualification which will act as a route to BPS chartered status and HCPC practitioner psychologist registration via a doctorate award.

Ph. D. Part-time On-campus

5 years$18,052/yr