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Economics and Econometrics
A Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) is the highest academic award for which a student can be registered. This Economics and Econometrics 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.

Ageing and Dementia Studies
The Professional Doctorate in Ageing and Dementia Studies at Bangor University builds on contemporary research evidence underpinning applied practice, health behaviour and health related policy in relation to dementia care from the disciplines of mental health and health and social care management.

Business Administration
The Business Administration Programme, or Professional Doctorate, is part of a portfolio of doctoral programmes within Northumbria University.

Physics
Within this Physics PhD programme from University of York, you will work closely with your academic supervisor, supported by world-class researchers with wide-ranging interests, to create new insights into the physical world.

Cell Membrane Engineering for Biotechnology
The Cell Membrane Engineering for Biotechnology course at Aston University is for those who are seeking to develop greater in-depth knowledge in a specific area. Completing this level of study is about making an original contribution to knowledge, making new discoveries and developing lifelong skills.

Drama
Research students in Drama study with some of the United Kingdom’s leading performance researchers. In the most recent Research Excellence Framework, the Drama programme of the Queen Mary University of London is part of the highest-rated Drama department in the United Kingdom.

Sexuality and Gender Studies
Explore sexuality and gender beyond disciplinary boundaries with the Sexuality and Gender Studies degree at University of Birmingham.

History
The School of History at Queen Mary University of London is a vibrant, welcoming and stimulating environment in which to carry out your historical research at doctoral level.

Earth Sciences
The Earth Sciences course at University of Birmingham allows you to undertake research across a wide range of the earth sciences.

Design Innovation
The Design Innovation programme from Maynooth University is the highest degree offered by the Department of Design Innovation. The structured PhD programme offers a framework which facilitates independent research, whilst providing milestones for measuring progress.

Creative Research
At the Creative Research degree from University for the Creative Arts you have the ideal setting, support, and environment to achieve your research and practice ambitions as part of our supportive research community.

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.

Design (Part-Time)
The Doctorate of Design (Part-Time) programme from Northumbria University provides both practical and theoretical content that reflects the professional requirements of your field, making you stand out to employers.

Law
The Law programme of the University of Leicester is offered at the Leicester Law School, a research-led department, recognising the important relationship between excellence in research and in teaching.

Languages, Cultures and Societies
This Languages, Cultures and Societies degree from School of Advanced Study, University of London can be completed part-time in up to six years, there's no need to put your life on hold.

Mental Health
The Mental Health course from Lancaster University meets the needs of those wishing to gain a deep and critical insight into mental health theory, research and practice and to develop or enhance research skills whilst fulfilling their existing responsibilities.

Political Science - Comparative and International Political Economy
The PhD Political Science - Comparative and International Political Economy at Central European University (CEU) supports political science scholars in developing subject matter expertise and a broad set of skills critical to securing work placement in the international academic job market.

Aerodynamic and Environmental Flow
Studying for a PhD in Aerodynamic and Environmental Flow at the University of Surrey means being part of a multidisciplinary research community, where doctoral students come together to work on applied engineering research topics with a direct impact on society.

East Asian Studies
The East Asian Studies degree from the University of Bristol will conduct advanced research on East Asia in an innovative interdisciplinary school. Study with internationally renowned sociology, politics and international relations scholars in a dynamic and supportive research environment.

Computer Science
Ph.D. in Computer Science at University of Nicosia is a research-intensive programme designed to develop and promote cutting-edge scientific research of national and international relevance.