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1.9k PhD programmes in Humanities

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.

Philosophy
Join the Department of Philosophy at University of Reading and become part of a flourishing and welcoming community, work alongside internationally renowned academics and contribute to highly respected research.

Philosophy
Dalhousie University's Doctor of Philosophy programme is part of one of the most active and supportive philosophy departments in Canada and will prepare you for any career, because philosophy is the ultimate transferable skill.

Modern Languages and Linguistics
Our Modern Languages and Linguistics PhD and integrated PhD programmes at University of Southampton give you the skills for a range of successful professions such as teacher, researcher or lecturer.

Professional Writing, Film, Media, New Media, Journalism, Creative Studies, Drama, Professional Writing
The Professional Writing, Film, Media, New Media, Journalism, Creative Studies, Drama, Professional Writing course offered at Bangor University welcomes applications from well-qualified graduates who wish to engage in research for the degree of Practice-Led Research PhD/MPhil which combines a piece of creative practice such as media/performance work plus a dissertation/piece of critical work.

Humanities
The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology's Humanities doctoral programme provides training for students who intend to pursue professional and academic careers.

Linguistics
Through the Linguistics course from Lancaster University you will work independently under the guidance of one or more supervisors or as part of a team.

Classics and Ancient History
University of Bristol's Classics and Ancient History programme has an international reputation for outstanding and innovative research.

Practical Theology Doctorate
In this Practical Theology Doctorate degree delivered by the University of Birmingham you will work with other professionals, practitioners and faith-based leaders from different backgrounds on a practical research degree related to your work.

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.

Applied Linguistics and English Language Teaching
This integrated PhD course in Applied Linguistics and English Language Teaching at University of Southampton is ideal for all those looking to either establish and design English language teaching programmes, teach English as a second language, or continue an academic career in language and linguistics education.

Modern Languages
Modern Languages at the University of Leicester offers research supervision for the degree of Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Modern Languages.

Clinical Language Sciences
At the University of Reading, they can supervise a wide range of Clinical Language Sciences research topics.

Language, Policy and Planning
The Language, Policy and Planning PhD from Cardiff University is lead by the Language, Policy and Planning Research Unit in the School of Welsh. Projects include international research on language policy and planning, language rights and politics, language variation and change, sociolinguistics of bilingualism and multilingualism, and sociology of language.

Phonetics and Phonology
This Phonetics and Phonology IPhD programme from Newcastle University is for students who wish to develop an advanced theoretical and experimental grounding in phonetics and phonology.

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

English Literature
On this English Literature programme at the University of Surrey you will perform innovative and world-leading research across literature, writing and linguistics.

Interdisciplinary Doctor of Philosophy
Dalhousie University's Interdisciplinary Doctor of Philosophy programme is an individualized and self-designed course. Its students work in such emerging fields as environmental studies, health and human performance, marine management, social work, computer studies, indigenous-led resource management, informatics in commerce and business, and international development.

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.

Creative Arts and Media
The Creative Arts and Media from Sunway University provides students with an opportunity to carry out interdisciplinary research and contribute new understandings and insights to disciplines aligned with the School of Arts.