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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.

Linguistics
The Linguistics research at the University of Surrey reflects the evolving nature of the discipline, encompassing a critical understanding of technology-enabled language mediation as well as quality, ethical and social dimensions of a fast-evolving language services industry.

Traditional
The Traditional course from University of Technology Sydney (UTS) will induct you into the academic life, and help you become an expert in an area you are passionate about.

Languages and Cultures
This Languages and Cultures course from Lancaster University warmly welcome enquiries from appropriately qualified applicants who are keen to register for Languages and Cultures doctoral research.

Doctor of Philosophy - Social Sciences
As a research degree in Doctor of Philosophy - Social Sciences candidate at Curtin University, you will uncover new knowledge either by the discovery of new facts, the formulation of theories or the innovative reinterpretation of known data and established ideas.

Ministry
The Doctor of Ministry is offered at Australian Catholic University (ACU). To complete the Doctor of Ministry, a student must complete 240 credit points.

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

Applied Linguistics
The PhD in Applied Linguistics programme at the University of Reading is most suitable for applicants who have some experience of conducting research.

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.

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.

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.

Literary and Cultural Studies
Here at the University of Surrey while studying the Literary and Cultural Studies, you’ll join a cosmopolitan, multilingual and multicultural community of students and scholars.

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

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.

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.

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.

Philosophy and Religion
The aim of the Philosophy and Religion degree at Bangor University is to assist you to complete a major piece of research in the area of Philosophy and Religion, and to demonstrate suitable academic attainments for appointment to a university-level teaching or research post.

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.

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.

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.