7.4k PhD programmes in Europe

Embark on a transformative academic journey at the prestigious University of Catania, renowned for its excellence in education and research. The University's distinguished doctoral program in Agricultural, Food, and Environmental Science stands as a beacon of innovation and scholarly pursuit.

In response to the current crisis of species extinctions across the globe, research within Biodiversity and Conservation at The Open University UK focuses on the evolution and maintenance of biodiversity with particular emphasis on conservation biology.

The Drama programme offered by Queen's University Belfast develops advanced research expertise in theatre, performance, dramatic literature, and practice-based inquiry, enabling students to produce original scholarly and creative contributions across contemporary and historical performance cultures.

A University of Hertfordshire research degree in Adolescent, Child and Family Health is an internationally recognised degree signifying high levels of achievement in research.

This Geological Sciences programme at University of Plymouth will give you the opportunity to conduct research alongside staff at the forefront of their academic disciplines across the geological sciences, spanning the spectrum of disciplines from structural geology, palaeomagnetism, volcanoes, landslides and geomorphology to the evolution of life on Earth. 

Studying for a PhD in Spanish at the University of Stirling, you’ll benefit from our international partnerships and broad expertise in film and visual cultures, literary writing and theory, postcolonial studies and more.

We offer a Agricultural, Environmental and Food Science and Technology degree at the University of Bologna. 

Embark on a transformative academic journey at the University of Macerata, where intellectual curiosity meets global engagement. Our distinguished doctoral program, Global Studies, Justice, Rights, and Politics, beckons scholars to delve into the intricate tapestry of global dynamics.

The PhD programme in Economics from ESSEC Business School - Paris offers a strong foundation in economic theory and equips doctoral students with the analytical and statistical tools needed for top-quality research. 

Welcome to TU Berlin's forefront Stochastic Analysis in Interaction Doctoral Program. Immerse yourself in the captivating intersection of stochastic analysis and interactive systems, contributing to groundbreaking advancements in diverse fields at one of Germany's premier institutions.

Welcome to TU Berlin's cutting-edge Reduced Order Modelling, Simulation, and Optimization of Coupled Systems Doctoral Program. Immerse yourself in the dynamic exploration of reduced order modeling, simulation techniques, and optimization strategies, contributing to transformative advancements in interdisciplinary research at one of Germany's premier institutions.

As the integrated graduate school of the University of Cologne’s Faculty of Arts and Humanities, a.r.t.e.s. is responsible for all doctoral projects pursued at the Faculty.

Immerse yourself in the conservation and preservation of historical treasures with MIP Politecnico Di Milano's Preservation of the Architectural Heritage doctoral program.

The Industrial Engineering programme offered by University of Parma develops expertise in systems optimization, technological innovation, quantitative modelling, organizational strategy, and interdisciplinary problem-solving.

The Nanotechnology programme offered by University of Trieste develops expertise in nanoscale materials, molecular engineering, and advanced characterization.

The History programme at the University of Sheffield offers you the ideal setting to further your own interests and broaden your field of knowledge alongside developing your research skills and preparing for the future.

At University of Hull, you research History under the supervision and guidance of leading experts who are active historians working on everything from ancient Rome to modern Britain. History is offered at University of Hull.

Mathematics at University of Hull includes pure and applied maths, probability and statistics.

The Social Sciences programme at Adam Mickiewicz University Poznan provides doctoral training focusing on research and analysis of social, economic, legal, and political phenomena.

Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) degree is the highest rated research degree awarded by University of the West of Scotland.