2.0k PhD programmes in Humanities

Universitat Oberta de Catalunya (UOC)4,3(43)

Online Top 8% in Worldwide

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.

Ph.D. Full-time +2 Online

4 yearsTuition not available

University of West London4,4(74)

London, United Kingdom

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.

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

4 years$21,207/yr

University of Birmingham4,2(55)

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$31,001/yr

Sheffield Hallam University4,3(77)

Sheffield, United Kingdom Top 5% in Worldwide

History

On the History programme from Sheffield Hallam University explore your chosen topic of research during a period of intensive, supervised study and make an original contribution to historical knowledge.

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

4 years$24,653/yr

University of Chester4,3(66)

Chester, United Kingdom

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.

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

3 years$20,712/yr

University of Leicester4,2(89)

Leicester, United Kingdom Top 2% in Worldwide

Creative Writing

PhD study in the area of Creative Writing is offered by the School of English at the University of Leicester and this means becoming part of an exciting and dynamic research and creative environment.

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

3 years$23,857/yr

Victoria University of Wellington4,1(75)

Wellington, New Zealand Top 2% in Worldwide

PhD in Latin

Enhance your command of PhD in Latin and your understanding of the literature and legacy of Rome with advanced study in classics at Victoria University of Wellington.

Ph.D. Full-time On-campus

3 yearsTuition not available

Curtin University4,2(70)

Perth, Australia Top 1% in Worldwide

Media, Culture and Creative Arts

Your Media, Culture and Creative Arts research at Curtin University will use an in-depth understanding of theories and concepts to develop practical solutions for real-world problems.

Ph.D. Full-time On-campus

4 years$25,038/yr

Lancaster University4,2(66)

Lancaster, United Kingdom Top 1% in Worldwide

Linguistics (by thesis and coursework)

This Linguistics (by thesis and coursework) course from Lancaster University is designed to broaden your knowledge of relevant research and research methodologies.

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

3 yearsTuition not available

Griffith University4,1(34)

Gold Coast, Australia +1 Top 2% in Worldwide

Philosophy in Clinical Psychology

The Philosophy in Clinical Psychology programme from Griffith University integrates the traditional Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) training in research through the preparation of a thesis, with coursework and internship training in theory and techniques in clinical psychology.

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

4 years$25,794/yr

Dalhousie University4,0(59)

Halifax, Canada Top 2% in Worldwide

English

Dalhousie University's Doctor of Philosophy in English programme explores an area of academic research and literary, social, and cultural history. Many graduates hold tenured or tenure-stream university appointments, others have found successful careers in publishing, college teaching, immigration education, digital humanities, information technology, and academic administration.

Ph.D. Full-time On-campus

5 years$3,346/yr

University of Bristol4,3(94)

Bristol, United Kingdom Top 0.5% in Worldwide

History

The Department of History delivers expert postgraduate supervision by internationally recognised scholars in a wide range of subject areas. University of Bristol offers the History programme.

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

4 years$29,026/yr

University of York4,2(132)

York, United Kingdom Top 1% in Worldwide

Philosophy (Distance Learning)

Within the Philosophy (Distance Learning) PhD programme from University of York students follow an approved programme of research supervised by a member of academic staff and informed by a Thesis Advisory Panel.

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

3 years$33,599/yr

University of Surrey4,4(69)

Guildford, United Kingdom Top 2% in Worldwide

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.

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

4 years$27,834/yr

Aston University4,3(107)

Birmingham, United Kingdom Top 3% in Worldwide

Social Sciences and Humanities

The Social Sciences and Humanities programme at Aston University welcomes applications for the doctoral programme in any of the research areas covered by the School.

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

3 years$20,941/yr

University of Huddersfield4,3(52)

Huddersfield, United Kingdom Top 4% in Worldwide

History

This History PhD programme from the University of Huddersfield allows you to explore and pursue a research project built around a substantial piece of work, and to make an original contribution to knowledge.

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

3 years$24,785/yr

Newcastle University4,2(88)

Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom Top 1% in Worldwide

English Literature

This English Literature MPhil, PhD programme from Newcastle University enables you to study one of our specialist areas of literature which ranges in period from the medieval to the contemporary. You will benefit from expert supervision and join our thriving School with an energetic, creative and well-resourced research culture.

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

3 years$32,340/yr

Victoria University of Wellington4,1(75)

Wellington, New Zealand Top 2% in Worldwide

PhD in Chinese

Enrich your understanding of China’s ancient culture, literature and society, and enhance your command of the PhD in Chinese language at Victoria University of Wellington.

Ph.D. Full-time On-campus

3 yearsTuition not available

Cardiff University4,5(161)

Cardiff, United Kingdom Top 1% in Worldwide

Languages and Translation Studies

The research programme in Languages and Translation Studies, from Cardiff University, aims to offer knowledge and expertise in subject-specific and generic skills, qualifying you for both academic and non-academic positions in a variety of organisations.

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

3 years$35,388/yr

Istanbul Aydin University4,1(331)

Istanbul, Turkey Top 6% in Worldwide

English Language and Literature (Combined PhD)

English Language and Literature (Combined PhD) at Istanbul Aydin University designed for students who wish to pursue advanced academic study directly after completing their bachelor’s degree.

Ph.D. Full-time On-campus

4 years$20,000/yr