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PhD in Commerce
The PhD in Commerce program from Victoria University of Wellington involves original and sustained research, mentored by an academic supervisor. It’s an opportunity to make new discoveries, address some of the big issues of our time, challenge yourself, and develop a mix of transferable and specialised skills.

Business and Management
The objective of the structured research programme in Business and Management from Maynooth University is to create a framework that complements and supports independent research, whilst providing milestones through which the graduate student will advance, and structured educational inputs to support and develop the student.

Engineering and Physical Sciences
The College of Engineering and Physical Sciences at Aston University offers an exciting environment for advanced research and training.

Aeronautical and Automotive Engineering
The Aeronautical and Automotive Engineering course from the Loughborough University aims to deliver world-leading excellence in our research, covering a full spectrum of engineering, technology and science activity essential to the fast-paced aeronautical and automotive industry.

PhD without residence - Ahlia
Brunel University of London is very pleased to have a close partnership with Ahlia University, which allows students in the Gulf region to undertake a Brunel PhD with supervision and training given by our academic members of staff. The PhD without residence - Ahlia degree is offered at the Brunel University of London

Applied Physics
The Applied Physics at the Eindhoven University of Technology (TU/e) views its mission as making contributions to physics and society by means of the education of students, by doing research and by valorizing the knowledge gained in its research.

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

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

Information Technology
This Doctor of Philosophy program in Information Technology at the Federation University Australia sees candidates working with a Principal Supervisor, appointed by the Research Higher Degrees Sub Committee, with the approval of the School.

Sociotechnical Futures and Digital Methods
Be challenged and inspired by an international community of scholars addressing some of the most important topics that face us today with the Sociotechnical Futures and Digital Methods course at University of Bristol.

Chinese Studies
The Chinese Studies programme at the Maynooth University offers research degree opportunities for students with specific interest in the fields of Chinese language, literature and culture.

Civil and Environmental Engineering
Your PhD will be conducted within one of the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering’s world-class research groups. In the Civil and Environmental Engineering programme of the University of Surrey you’ll work to create smart and clean urban environments within the constraints of space and the challenges of ageing infrastructure.

Economics
The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology's Economics doctoral programme follows a strong research-intensive tradition on the North American model.

Musical Composition
Discover your own path as a composer. They welcome traditional and innovative composition styles, offering you opportunities to combine instruments and the latest technology to produce new compositions. Learn more at the Musical Composition programme from University of Birmingham.

Earth Sciences PhD
The Earth Sciences PhD programme from University of Pécs offers a four-year training and research program in various fields of geography, geology and meteorology.

Criminology and Criminal Justice
This Criminology and Criminal Justice programme at the University of Huddersfield has a long-established reputation for research excellence and real-world impact.

Design
The PhD research in Design at the University of Brighton has held an international reputation for design research and design studies over many decades, with innovative approaches and global success recognised across, for example, sustainable design, product design, textile design and graphic design.

Business Administration
This Business Administration programme at Eastern Mediterranean University admits students who are interested in pursuing research mainly in areas related to marketing, human resources and organizational behaviour, and entrepreneurship.

English and Creative Writing
This English and Creative Writing degree from University of Gloucestershire offers a multitude of opportunities, depending on your discipline, interests and experience.

Applied Mathematics for Economics and Management
This Applied Mathematics for Economics and Management course from ISEG - Lisbon School of Economics and Management prepares students to carry out research work worthy of publication in scientific journals with a peer-review system