420 Full-time PhD programmes in Sociology

University of Canterbury3,8(23)

Christchurch, New Zealand Top 6% in Worldwide

Sociology

The Sociology programme at University of Canterbury helps you gain a deeper understanding of the workings of societies, organisations, and communities.

Ph.D. On-campus

3 years$4,795/yr

The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology3,8(12)

Hong Kong, Hong Kong (SAR) Top 2% in Worldwide

Social Science

The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology's Social Science doctoral programme is designed to prepare students for careers in academia, policy research or consultancy related to the affairs of society, polity or the economy.

Ph.D. On-campus

3 years$6,315/yr

Lancaster University4,3(65)

Lancaster, United Kingdom Top 3% in Worldwide

Science Studies

The Science Studies course from Lancaster University students join an international and interdisciplinary research community.

Ph.D. On-campus

3 yearsTuition not available

Curtin University4,2(61)

Perth, Australia Top 3% in Worldwide

Doctor of Philosophy - Social Sciences

As a research degree in Doctor of Philosophy - Social Sciences candidate at Curtin University, you will uncover new knowledge either by the discovery of new facts, the formulation of theories or the innovative reinterpretation of known data and established ideas.

Ph.D. On-campus

4 years$25,239/yr

Vilnius Gediminas Technical University (VILNIUS TECH)4,3(71)

Vilnius, Lithuania Top 20% in Worldwide

Elements of National Identity in External Communication in the Context of Digital Transformation and Globalization

The Elements of National Identity in External Communication in the Context of Digital Transformation and Globalization doctoral candidate position from VILNIUS TECH is available in Faculty of Creative Industries, Department of Entertainment Industries. Applicants interested in other research topics related to national identity in communication, are also welcome to apply.

Ph.D. On-campus

4 years$14,243/yr

Central European University (CEU)4,4(29)

Vienna, Austria

Sociology and Social Anthropology

The doctoral program in Sociology and Social Anthropology at Central European University (CEU) blends sociology and anthropology disciplines to create an integrated approach to the study of human society.

Ph.D. On-campus

4 years$16,849/yr

Maynooth University4,1(51)

Maynooth, Ireland Top 15% in Worldwide

Sociology

The Sociology programme from Maynooth University aims to ensure that students will make a contribution to the advancement of knowledge in sociology.

Ph.D. On-campus

4 years$15,726/yr

University of Southampton4,4(94)

Southampton, United Kingdom Top 2% in Worldwide

Sociology, Social Policy and Criminology

Join our researchers working on social policy in digital economies, migration, work and organisations, families and communities, environmental problems and behaviours, criminology, prisons and cybercrime. We offer a Sociology, Social Policy and Criminology degree at the University of Southampton.

Ph.D. On-campus

2 years$27,056/yr

University of York4,2(99)

York, United Kingdom Top 3% in Worldwide

Sociology

The Sociology PhD programme from University of York, Department of Sociology is ranked 1st in the UK for research quality by the 2014 Research Excellence Framework (REF2014).

Ph.D. On-campus

3 years$34,123/yr

Vilnius Gediminas Technical University (VILNIUS TECH)4,3(71)

Vilnius, Lithuania Top 20% in Worldwide

Aggression on social media (Communication and Information)

Open application for a doctoral candidate in Communication and Information. The doctoral candidate position is available in Faculty of Creative Industries, Department of Creative Communication. Applicants interested in other research topics related to communication, discourse studies and linguistics are welcome to apply.

Ph.D. On-campus

4 years$14,243/yr

Vilnius Gediminas Technical University (VILNIUS TECH)4,3(71)

Vilnius, Lithuania Top 20% in Worldwide

Indicators and assessment of place-based climate misinformation resilience (Communication and Information)

The Indicators and assessment of place-based climate misinformation resilience (Communication and Information) doctoral candidate positionat VILNIUS TECH is available in Faculty of Creative Industries, Department of Creative Communication. Applicants interested in other research topics related to climate communication and misinformation, are also welcome to apply.

Ph.D. On-campus

4 years$14,243/yr

University of Bradford4,4(44)

Bradford, United Kingdom Top 15% in Worldwide

Social Sciences

All of the Academic Divisions in the School of Social Sciences invite PhD applications at University of Bradford.

Ph.D. On-campus

3 years$38,969/yr

Eötvös Loránd University4,2(189)

Budapest, Hungary Top 8% in Worldwide

Sociology

The aim of this Sociology programme offered by Eötvös Loránd University is to ensure the existence of a new generation of scholars dedicated to the social sciences, and especially sociology, and to prepare them thoroughly for the acquisition of the doctoral degree and for independent academic research and teaching at the postgraduate academic level.

Ph.D. On-campus

4 years$3,931/yr

Kaunas University of Technology4,5(225)

Kaunas, Lithuania Top 20% in Worldwide

Sociology

The Sociology programme from Kaunas University of Technology is a joint doctoral studies with Kaunas University of Technology, Vytautas Magnus University and Lithuanian Social Research Centre

Ph.D. On-campus

4 yearsFree

Newcastle University4,2(79)

Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom Top 3% in Worldwide

Sociology

Within this Sociology PhD programme from Newcastle University you'll advance the discipline and engage critically with pressing social issues on our PhD in Sociology programmes.

Ph.D. On-campus

3 years$32,844/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. On-campus

4 years$29,344/yr

University of Brighton4,2(55)

Brighton, United Kingdom Top 15% in Worldwide

Sociology and Social Policy and Social Work

The Sociology and Social Policy and Social Work PhD from University of Brighton brings you to an established research environment rich in achievement and ambition with impactful social change at the heart of the knowledge exchange agenda.

Ph.D. On-campus

3 years$22,856/yr

Flinders University4,0(47)

Adelaide, Australia Top 6% in Worldwide

Social Sciences

Undertake a PhD in Social Sciences at Flinders University. Understand social forces and power structures, globalisation and sustainability issues.

Ph.D. On-campus

4 years$26,418/yr

Bangor University4,4(85)

Bangor, United Kingdom Top 8% in Worldwide

Social Policy, Sociology

The School of Social Sciences provides a stimulating and supportive environment for postgraduate training. The Social Policy, Sociology programme is offered at Bangor University.

Ph. D. On-campus

2 years$24,902/yr

London South Bank University3,9(58)

London, United Kingdom Top 20% in Worldwide

Social Sciences

The Social Sciences programme at London South Bank University is closely linked to our growing and dynamic research culture. You'll benefit from engaging with highly qualified academic staff, working alongside a portfolio of dynamic and popular masters programmes.

Ph.D. On-campus +2

3 years$24,498/yr