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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.

History
They offer a PhD programme in History at the University of Reading. Work alongside internationally recognised academics as you make a valuable contribution to our understanding of the past and the world.

British, Irish, and American Literatures in English PhD
The PhD program in British, Irish, and American Literatures at the University of Pécs provides advanced training in literary history, theory, and cultural studies. Completed over four years (eight semesters), it combines coursework, individual research, and academic activities. Students must pass a comprehensive exam and complete and publicly defend a doctoral dissertation.

Linguistics
The aims of the Linguistics programme offered by Eötvös Loránd University are to prepare students for obtaining their PhD degree through acquisition of latest research methodologies, participation in conferences and teaching expertise in higher education.

Religion, Culture and Public Life
Religion, Culture and Public Life at University of Nicosia offers interdisciplinary research and training on religious diversity, cultural pluralism, and the inclusion of religious and secular actors in public life.

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.

PhD in Theatre
Enhance your career prospects and gain advanced theoretical and technical knowledge with postgraduate study of the PHd in Theatre at Victoria University of Wellington.

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.

Classics
The aim of this Classics programme from Maynooth University is to provide students with a professional training in academic research in Classics, and to develop their capacity to contribute to international scholarship in the discipline in an original and effective fashion.

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.

Creative Practice
This Creative Practice doctoral programme from Leeds Beckett University is aimed specifically at arts practitioners.

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.

English Literature
The English Literature course at Bangor University provides you with the opportunity to work over an extended period on a collection of short stories, a novel or a collection of poems under the individual supervision of a writer actively publishing in your field.

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.

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.

Medieval Studies
Bristol's importance as medieval England's second city and a major maritime port for trade and exploration makes it an excellent setting for interdisciplinary intellectual exchange. University of Bristol offers the Medieval Studies programme.

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.

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.

Classics and Ancient History
The Classics and Ancient History course at the University of Birmingham covers a huge range of areas, with a focus on Egyptian, Roman and Greek societies across all the periods of classical antiquity.

German Studies
The discipline of German Studies programme Queen Mary University of London has a long tradition at Queen Mary, University of London. We cover linguistics, literature, thought and culture in all periods from the early modern era to the present day, and our expertise includes GDR & FRG studies as well as Austrian and Swiss literature and culture.