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1.9k PhD programmes in Humanities
Universitat Oberta de Catalunya (UOC)4,2(45)
Online Top 24.3% 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
Brunel University of London4,0(135)
London, United Kingdom Top 5.9% in Worldwide Creative Writing
Creative Writing at Brunel University of London is a leader in the field, which has for many years now ranked in the top 10% of Creative Writing degrees in the UK.
Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus
3 years$26,984/yr
University of Southampton4,4(96)
Southampton, United Kingdom Top 1.5% in Worldwide 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.
Ph.D. Full-time On-campus
2 years$26,587/yr
Cardiff University4,6(163)
Cardiff, United Kingdom Top 2.5% in Worldwide English Literature
The PhD programme in English Literature degree delivered at Cardiff University offers the opportunity for postgraduate students to make an original contribution to knowledge in their chosen field of study and to become part of a thriving, internationally-renowned research community.
Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus
3 years$35,317/yr
Lancaster University4,3(66)
Lancaster, United Kingdom Top 2.7% 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 years$29,920/yr
University of Reading4,1(30)
Reading, United Kingdom Top 3.9% in Worldwide Creative Writing
This PhD Creative Writing programme at University of Reading can accommodate imaginative projects in any genre relating to the interests of writer-researchers in the Department of English Literature.
Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus
3 years$28,769/yr
Cardiff University4,6(163)
Cardiff, United Kingdom Top 2.5% in Worldwide Creative and Critical Writing
The PhD Programme in Creative and Critical Writing degree offered by Cardiff University is for students and writers wishing to complete a substantial creative work of marketable quality. Our own MA in Creative Writing provides an ideal basis for students wishing to undertake a PhD.
Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus
3 years$35,317/yr
SOAS University of London4,1(35)
London, United Kingdom Top 12.7% in Worldwide African Languages and Cultures
On the African Languages and Cultures programme offered at SOAS University of London supervision is provided for research leading to MPhil and PhD degrees within the broad general area of African studies.
Ph. D. Full-time +2 On-campus
3 years$30,939/yr
Maynooth University4,1(52)
Maynooth, Ireland Top 11% in Worldwide History
The award of the History programme from Maynooth University is based entirely on a major research thesis. However, to ensure that graduates obtain as thorough preparation as possible for their future careers, the university has put in place a structured PhD programme.
Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus
4 years$15,875/yr
University of Leicester4,2(94)
Leicester, United Kingdom Top 3.5% in Worldwide Archaeology and Ancient History
Students of Archaeology and Ancient History programme of the University of Leicester complete an independent research project under the guidance of a supervisory team. The maximum period of registration permitted before thesis submission is 4 years full time / 7 years part time.
Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus +2
4 years$23,809/yr
University of Bristol4,3(97)
Bristol, United Kingdom Top 1% in Worldwide Linguistics
Linguistics is the study of human language, how it functions in the brain and how it is used in society. University of Bristol offers the Linguistics programme.
Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus +2
4 years$28,968/yr
University of Leicester4,2(94)
Leicester, United Kingdom Top 3.5% in Worldwide Modern Languages
Modern Languages at the University of Leicester offers research supervision for the degree of Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Modern Languages.
Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus
3 years$23,809/yr
University of Huddersfield4,3(45)
Huddersfield, United Kingdom Top 11.3% in Worldwide 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.
Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus
3 years$24,735/yr
Bangor University4,4(85)
Bangor, United Kingdom Top 7.7% in Worldwide Bilingualism
The Bilingualism programme at Bangor University provides the opportunity, support and skills development for students to undertake doctoral level independent research into issues and aspects relating to language, education, and cognition in the fields of bilingualism and multilingualism.
Ph. D. Full-time +2 On-campus
2 years$25,793/yr
Loughborough University4,4(62)
Loughborough, United Kingdom Top 6.1% in Worldwide English
The English programme from the Loughborough University provides tailored academic and pastoral support throughout your studies.
Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus
3 years$30,555/yr
Bangor University4,4(85)
Bangor, United Kingdom Top 7.7% in Worldwide Creative and Critical Writing
The Creative and Critical Writing 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.
Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus
2 years$24,470/yr
Dalhousie University4,1(60)
Halifax, Canada Top 4.1% 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$3,351/yr
Victoria University of Wellington4,1(83)
Wellington, New Zealand Top 5.2% 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
Eötvös Loránd University4,2(190)
Budapest, Hungary Top 7.3% in Worldwide 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.
Ph.D. Full-time On-campus
4 years$5,897/yr
Curtin University4,2(65)
Singapore, Singapore Top 2.7% in Worldwide Philosophy
As a Philosophy research degree from Curtin University candidate, 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. Your research will use an in-depth understanding of theories and concepts to develop practical solutions for real-world problems.
Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus
4 years$29,854/yr