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926 PhD programmes in Humanities in Europe

Humanities and Communication
The doctoral programme in Humanities and Communication from Universitat Oberta de Catalunya (UOC) trains students to research the social change phenomena that can be found in social practice and ideology.

English
A period of intensive, supervised study where you critically investigate and evaluate an approved topic and demonstrate an understanding of suitable research methods. We offer a English degree at the Sheffield Hallam University.

History and Archaeology
The Department of History and Archaeology at the University of Chester is committed to high-quality research in the fields of history, archaeology and heritage.

Ancient History
Supervised by experts, Ancient History postgraduates from Cardiff University encounter exciting opportunities to debate and exchange ideas, whether through our internationally-connected Research Centres or numerous seminar series.

Religions
As a Religions programme from SOAS University of London you will be welcomed by our research community of doctoral researchers from across the globe and play a vital role in developing our vibrant and intellectual culture.

History
This History degree from School of Advanced Study, University of London presents the opportunity to gain expertise in your area of interest while also honing a range of transferable skills.

Comparative and Intercultural Studies
This PhD Comparative and Intercultural Studies programme at University of Reading accommodates researchers with a background in literary studies, cultural studies, history, or linguistics, with knowledge of cultures and languages in addition to English, and with an interest in comparative and intercultural studies.

Language and Communication
The PhD in Language and Communication PhD course from University of York is an interdisciplinary programme involving Education, Language and Linguistic Science, Psychology and Sociology.

Theology and Religion
Immerse yourself in your own Theology and Religion research supported by experts from one of the largest and most diverse Theology departments in the UK. Join a vibrant research community interested in a range of religions and belief systems from across the world through the Theology and Religion programme from University of Birmingham.

English
The English programme offered by Bangor University is awarded for a dissertation of not more than 60,000 words and the PhD for a dissertation normally of not more than 100,000 words.

Religious Studies
Through the Religious Studies course from Lancaster University you'll enjoy good working relationships with related departments and centres, and joint supervision arrangements are sometimes possible.

English Literature
This English Literature course from the University of West London offers a PhD by individual research within the areas of expertise of the School’s teaching staff.

French and Francophone Studies
The School of Modern Languages offers the possibility to do a PhD/MPhil in French and Francophone Studies at Bangor University.

Philosophy
With the Philosophy programme from University of Birmingham you will join a vibrant research community with a diverse range of interests and approaches.

English
The Department of English at the University of Chester, Institute of Gender Studies and Faculty of Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences offer a vibrant, supportive and inclusive research community for students working on research projects in English Literature and/or Language, Creative Writing and Gender Studies.

Theology and Religious Studies
The Theology and Religious Studies course at the University of Chester is an exciting opportunity to pursue research rooted in an area of your profession or organisation.

Philosophy
The Department of Philosophy has a reputation for high-quality research across the subject. University of Bristol offers the Philosophy programme.

Creative and Critical Writing (Welsh)
This Creative and Critical Writing (Welsh) course from Cardiff University offers students the opportunity to produce an original piece or collection of creative work as well as a thorough analysis of the work.

English
English at the University of Leicester offers supervision for the degree of Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in English. There is also an Applied Linguistics and TESOL option.

Medieval Studies
Within the Medieval Studies PhD programme from University of York students are trained to be interdisciplinary researchers and are normally co-supervised by staff from two different departments.