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420 Full-time PhD programmes in Sociology

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University of California, Berkeley4,3(102)
Berkeley, United States Top 0.1% in Worldwide

Sociology and Demography

The Graduate Group in Sociology and Demography (GGSD) at University of California, Berkeley is an interdisciplinary training program in the social sciences designed for students with broad intellectual interests. 

Ph.D. On-campus
5 years$13,140/yr
University of Waterloo4,1(94)
Waterloo, Canada Top 3% in Worldwide

Social and Ecological Sustainability

The Social and Ecological Sustainability programme offered by University of Waterloo develops advanced research expertise in sustainability, environmental governance, and socio-ecological systems to address complex global and local sustainability challenges.

Ph.D. On-campus
4 years$10,554/yr
University of Georgia4,1(51)
Athens, United States Top 6% in Worldwide

Sociology

All Sociology students at University of Georgia receive strong training in research methods and analytic techniques, as well as in several major substantive areas. A favorable faculty-to-student ratio permits an emphasis on individualized instruction and student-faculty collaboration.

Ph.D. On-campus
3 yearsTuition not available
Portland State University4,1(50)
Portland, United States Top 15% in Worldwide

Social Work and Social Research

The Social Work and Social Research PhD program from Portland State University educates the next generation of scholars, researchers, teachers, and leaders in social work and related fields. 

Ph.D. On-campus
4 years$18,270/yr
Utrecht University4,1(111)
Utrecht, Netherlands Top 5% in Worldwide

Social and Behavioural Sciences

The Faculty of Social and Behavioural Sciences at Utrecht University offers outstanding Master’s programmes and PhD programmes in the fields of general social sciences, cultural anthropology, methods and statistics, educational studies, educational theory, psychology, and sociology. 

Ph.D. On-campus
3 yearsTuition not available
University at Albany4,3(8)
Albany, United States Top 9% in Worldwide

Sociology

Engage in deep quantitative and qualitative research on the structure of human society. You will learn techniques to develop social explanations and explore theory construction. The doctoral program in Sociology at the University at Albany prepares you for a professional career in areas including academics, research, government and industry.

Ph.D. On-campus
3 years$28,318/yr
Oklahoma State University4,2(11)
Stillwater, United States Top 9% in Worldwide

Social Foundations of Education

The PhD in Education, option in Social Foundations of Education at Oklahoma State University, is an interdisciplinary degree that focuses on the diverse factors and social issues that shape education. 

Ph.D. On-campus
9 years$17,890/yr
University of Toronto4,1(290)
Toronto, Canada Top 0.5% in Worldwide

Sociology

The Doctor of Philosophy in Sociology at the University of Toronto prepares students for careers in teaching and research. The program trains students to conduct theoretically informed and methodologically sophisticated state-of-the-art sociological research.

Ph.D. On-campus
4 years$4,431/yr
University of Maryland4,0(16)
College Park, United States Top 2% in Worldwide

Behavioral and Community Health

Acquire and apply essential research skills to determine the health needs of populations, design, implement and evaluate programs and policies aimed at improving the public's health, all with this Behavioral and Community Health program at the University of Maryland.

Ph.D. On-campus
9 years$17,319/yr
University of Virginia4,3(35)
Charlottesville, United States Top 3% in Worldwide

Social Foundations

The Ph.D. program in Social Foundations program at University of Virginia offers an interdisciplinary course of study that explores the interrelationship between education, schooling, and society.

Ph.D. On-campus
3 years$34,302/yr
Emory University4,3(39)
Atlanta, United States Top 2% in Worldwide

Behavioral, Social and Health Education Sciences

The PhD in Behavioral, Social and Health Education Sciences (BSHES) is offered through Emory University's Laney Graduate School. This program trains students to identify, analyze, and intervene on today's most pressing public health issues.

Ph.D. On-campus
4 years$48,800/yr
University of Jyväskylä4,2(17)
Jyväskylä, Finland Top 7% in Worldwide

Social Sciences and Philosophy

The Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) degree presupposes the doctoral studies required in the curriculum as well as a dissertation. The Doctor of Social Sciences (D.Soc.Sc.) degree presupposes the doctoral studies required in the curriculum as well as a dissertation. University of Jyväskylä offers the Social Sciences and Philosophy programme. 

Ph.D. On-campus
3 yearsFree
London School of Economics and Political Science4,3(73)
London, United Kingdom Top 2% in Worldwide

Social Policy

Drive social change through pioneering research on pressing social issues. Join a world-renowned social policy department. Learn more at the Social Policy programme from London School of Economics and Political Science.

Ph. D. On-campus
3 years$34,055/yr
Arizona State University4,3(214)
Tempe, United States Top 3% in Worldwide

Human and Social Dimensions of Science and Technology

The PhD program in Human and Social Dimensions of Science and Technology at Arizona State University is an intellectually rigorous program with problem-oriented research.

Ph.D. On-campus
5 years$27,810/yr
AgroParisTech - Institut des Sciences et Industries du Vivant et de l'Environnement3,3(15)
Paris, France

Economic, Social and Management Sciences

The Economic, Social and Management Sciences programme at AgroParisTech - Institut des Sciences et Industries du Vivant et de l'Environnement focuses on economic, social, and management sciences applied to agriculture, environment, and resource governance.

Ph.D. On-campus
3 yearsTuition not available
Arizona State University4,3(214)
Tempe, United States Top 3% in Worldwide

Environmental Social Science

Explore complex social forces shaping how humans interact with the environment. This Environmental Social Science degree at Arizona State University incorporates planning, anthropology and economics to broaden your view of the factors surrounding environmental practice and facilitate new areas of innovation for a more sustainable future.

Ph.D. On-campus
5 years$27,810/yr
The University of Milan4,2(191)
Milano, Italy Top 3% in Worldwide

Sociology and Methodology of Social Research

The University of Milan proudly presents the Sociology and Methodology of Social Research doctoral program, an esteemed academic pursuit at the forefront of sociological research, theoretical analysis, and advanced social research methodologies.

Ph.D. On-campus
3 yearsFree
University Kebangsaan Malaysia4,3(31)
Kampung Baru Subang, Malaysia Top 6% in Worldwide

Social Sciences and Humanities

The Doctor of Philosophy in Social Sciences and Humanities programme at University Kebangsaan Malaysia covers a wide range of research disciplines offered by the six Research Centres at FSSK.

Ph.D. On-campus
3 years$4,275/yr
University of Manitoba4,1(126)
Winnipeg, Canada Top 6% in Worldwide

Peace and Conflict Studies

The Peace and Conflict Studies program at the University of Manitoba provides an interdisciplinary approach to analyzing and resolving social conflicts through innovative peace research that examines the structural roots of social conflicts, division and inequalities; and the strategies for building community and promoting peace and justice.

Ph.D. On-campus
4 years$4,481/yr
University of Pretoria4,1(184)
Pretoria, South Africa Top 7% in Worldwide

Environment and Society

This Environment and Society degree programme is offered by the Faculty of Humanities at the University of Pretoria.

Ph.D. On-campus
2 years$1,607/yr

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