2.0k PhD programmes in Humanities

School of Advanced Study, University of London5,0(1)

London, United Kingdom

Languages, Cultures and Societies

This Languages, Cultures and Societies degree from School of Advanced Study, University of London can be completed part-time in up to six years, there's no need to put your life on hold.

Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus +2

3 years$22,124/yr

Newcastle University4,2(91)

Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom Top 1% in Worldwide

Philosophy

Throughout The Philosophy PhD programme from Newcastle University you'll explore critical thinking through the assumptions of the age.

Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus

3 years$32,520/yr

University of Huddersfield4,3(56)

Huddersfield, United Kingdom Top 4% in Worldwide

English Literature

This English Literature PhD programme from the University of Huddersfield allows you to pursue an independent, cutting-edge research project that will make an original contribution to knowledge in your field.

Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus

3 years$24,923/yr

University of East Anglia4,4(30)

Norwich, United Kingdom Top 2% in Worldwide

Language and Communication Studies

Throughout this Language and Communication Studies PhD course from University of East Anglia postgraduate researchers have opportunities to work at the heart of active research teams, challenging boundaries and making real advances.

Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus

3 years$32,854/yr

Lancaster University4,2(72)

Lancaster, United Kingdom Top 1% in Worldwide

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.

Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus

3 yearsTuition not available

Dalhousie University4,0(59)

Halifax, Canada Top 2% in Worldwide

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.

Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus

5 years$3,457/yr

Lancaster University4,2(72)

Lancaster, United Kingdom Top 1% in Worldwide

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.

Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus

3 yearsTuition not available

University of Birmingham4,2(62)

Birmingham, United Kingdom Top 0.5% in Worldwide

Linguistics and Communication

Become an expert researcher at the forefront of your field with this Linguistics and Communication programme from University of Birmingham.

Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus +2

3 years$31,174/yr

University of Dundee4,1(71)

Dundee, United Kingdom Top 2% in Worldwide

Transnational social movements and the struggles against settler colonialism in Southern Africa

This Transnational social movements and the struggles against settler colonialism in Southern Africa project is offered at University of Dundee.

Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus

3 years$29,242/yr

Lancaster University4,2(72)

Lancaster, United Kingdom Top 1% in Worldwide

English Literature and Creative Writing

This English Literature and Creative Writing course from Lancaster University was developed to meet the needs of students exploring the interface between critical and creative modes of research and writing.

Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus +2

3 yearsTuition not available

Dalhousie University4,0(59)

Halifax, Canada Top 2% in Worldwide

Classics

Dalhousie University's Doctor of Philosophy in Classics programme allows you to concentrate in one of three fields: History, Literature, or Philosophy.

Ph.D. Full-time On-campus

5 years$3,457/yr

Maynooth University4,2(55)

Maynooth, Ireland Top 4% in Worldwide

Medieval Irish

The aim of this Medieval Irish programme from Maynooth University is to provide students with a professional training in advanced academic research in early Irish literature, language and history, to deepen their knowledge in specific areas of these, and to endow them with the research skills appropriate to work in this field.

Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus

4 years$16,271/yr

University of Southampton4,4(91)

Southampton, United Kingdom Top 0.5% in Worldwide

History

Join our large and vibrant postgraduate research community of over 30 students. Our History research interests at University of Southampton range from the ancient world to contemporary global history across topics as diverse as the buildings of the Roman empire and peacefulness in twentieth-century China.

Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus

2 years$26,789/yr

Sunway University4,1(20)

Subang Jaya, Malaysia Top 4% in Worldwide

Philosophy in Education

This Philosophy in Education, PhD course from Sunway University is designed to foster your independent thinking and deep expertise in your research area.

Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus

3 years$16,774/yr

University of Birmingham4,2(62)

Birmingham, United Kingdom Top 0.5% in Worldwide

Creative Writing

Embark on this creative practice-based Creative Writing programme at University of Birmingham and craft your literary masterpiece.

Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus +2

3 years$31,174/yr

Victoria University of Wellington4,1(73)

Wellington, New Zealand Top 2% in Worldwide

PhD in Applied Linguistics

Enhance your Bachelor's degree with postgraduate study and gain advanced knowledge and skills in PhD in Applied Linguistics at Victoria University of Wellington.

Ph.D. Full-time On-campus

3 yearsTuition not available

Lancaster University4,2(72)

Lancaster, United Kingdom Top 1% in Worldwide

Philosophy

Philosophy at Lancaster University - Management School is pluralistic in approach and, where possible, we are open to engagement and collaboration with other disciplines and institutions.

Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus

3 yearsTuition not available

University of Bristol4,3(98)

Bristol, United Kingdom Top 0.5% in Worldwide

Comparative Literatures and Cultures

Research in Comparative Literatures and Cultures sits within the School of Modern Languages and builds on two areas of strength within the school: transnational studies and intermediality. University of Bristol offers the Comparative Literatures and Cultures programme.

Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus +2

4 years$29,188/yr

Bangor University4,4(73)

Bangor, United Kingdom Top 3% in Worldwide

Linguistics

The Linguistics programme from Bangor University has been taught since the 1960s, making this department one of the first linguistics departments in the UK. They are a vibrant, accessible, friendly department with staff committed to providing an excellent doctoral student experience and strong academic support for the duration of your studies.

Ph. D. Full-time +2 On-campus

2 years$25,990/yr

Bangor University4,4(73)

Bangor, United Kingdom Top 3% in Worldwide

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.

Ph. D. Full-time +2 On-campus

2 years$25,990/yr