7.4k PhD programmes in Europe

Students of the Public Health Care course from Trnava University gain further experience and skills by participating in European or domestic research and development teams. Universities are frequent employers, but increasingly research is also carried out within health care institutions or organisations that provide health-related services.

The Doctoral Programme in Media, Communication and Performing Arts at Tampere University produces highly qualified experts and researchers to work in the fields of journalism, media research, game studies, communications, visual culture, audio research and the performing arts.

Ilmenau University of Technology (TU Ilmenau) beckons aspiring scholars to explore its distinguished doctoral program in Computer Science and Automation. Nestled in the charming town of Ilmenau, Germany, this program offers a gateway to cutting-edge research and innovation.

The Nursing and Midwifery programme offered by Queen's University Belfast develops advanced expertise in healthcare research, innovation, and evidence-based practice, preparing researchers to improve health outcomes across the lifespan through the design, evaluation, and implementation of healthcare interventions.

The Doctor of Philosophy programme offered by John Paul II Catholic University of Lublin develops advanced research expertise across humanities, social, natural, medical, and theological disciplines through structured doctoral training and independent study pathways.

The University of Milan proudly introduces the Veterinary and Animal Science doctoral program, an esteemed academic endeavor at the forefront of veterinary medicine, animal science, and the comprehensive understanding of animal health and welfare.

The PhD Design, Manufacturing and Operations Engineering course at Tor Vergata University of Rome aims to train PhD students to understand innovative industrial technologies, theoretical, design, and methodological aspects.

The Physics programme offered by Queen's University Belfast develops advanced expertise in astrophysics, quantum technologies, and light-matter interactions, preparing researchers to investigate fundamental physical phenomena and contribute to scientific discovery through innovative experimental and theoretical research.

Specialising in Finance at University of Aberdeen, particularly corporate finance and governance and with significant expertise in asset pricing, financial economics and banking.

In the Gaelic Studies programme from University of Aberdeen we offer leading research and teaching in Gaelic literature, society and culture.

Enriching the academic landscape in Poland, the Wroclaw University of Environmental and Life Sciences proudly introduces its doctoral program in Social and Economic Geography and Spatial Management.

The Graduate School of Aerospace Engineering at Delft University of Technology (TU Delft) facilitates and fosters doctoral research and education.

Abertay’s Division of Psychology and Forensic Sciences has a strong and active role in delivering research degrees, including those in partnership with the NHS, local education authorities, Police Scotland, and the business and digital technology communities. This PhD in Forensic Psychology, Crime Scene Evidence and Policing is offered at Abertay University.

The aim of the study is to develop theoretical, scientific and creative activities in the field of multimedia and design, which is implemented as a border discipline between visual communications, industry and art. Tomas Bata University in Zlín offers the Multimedia and Design programme. 

Are you in search of an inspiring research environment? Are you looking to improve your scientific and analytical skills to prepare you for a career in research and academia? The Interdisciplinary International Studies PhD programme at the Vienna School of International Studies might just be what you are looking for! 

The Doctoral School AgriGenomics at University of Natural Resources and Life Sciences, Vienna links overlapping research fields with the aim to unravel the genetic and biochemical mechanisms underlying the performance of agricultural organisms and products.

The Health Sciences PhD programme from University of Southern Denmark aims to provide you as a PhD student with the necessary skills that will enable you to become a qualified researcher – that is, a scientist able to conduct responsible and independent research according to the principles of good research practice.

The Electronics and Photonics programme from Slovak University of Technology in Bratislava will help you gain detailed theoretical and methodological knowledge, understanding and practical experience of key and world-class research areas of electronics and photonics, such as nanoelectronics, smart sensors, organic electronics, Internet of Things (IoT) systems.

The doctoral programme in Social Sciences at the University of Vienna serves to prepare doctoral candidates for academic work in their field of doctoral research as well as to educate and promote early stage researchers. University of Vienna offers the Social Sciences programme. 

In the field of the discipline of Fine Arts and Art Conservation, doctoral students at the University of Warmia and Mazury in Olsztyn gain in-depth knowledge of visual arts and artistic creation.