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1.9k PhD programmes in Humanities

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Johns Hopkins University4,5(42)
Baltimore, United States Top 0.5% in Worldwide

Classics

The graduate program in Classics at Johns Hopkins University has combined intensive study of Greek and Latin language and literature with the latest approaches to research on the classical world. 

Ph.D. Full-time On-campus
5 years$66,670/yr
Polytechnic University of Catalonia4,1(172)
Barcelona, Spain Top 7% in Worldwide

Theory and History of Architecture

The Theory and History of Architecture programme of the Polytechnic University of Catalonia is designed for architects or graduates in the humanities, archaeology or fine arts who hold a master’s degree in architecture, archaeology or the humanities.

Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus
4 years$708/yr
University of Cambridge4,4(55)
Cambridge, United Kingdom Top 0.1% in Worldwide

Linguistics - Theoretical and Applied Linguistics

The Linguistics - Theoretical and Applied Linguistics programme from The University of Cambridge, includes seminars and workshops on library resources, giving conference papers, publishing, applications and interviews, teaching skills, specialist linguistic training, and film-making. 

Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus
3 years$56,829/yr
University of California, Berkeley4,3(102)
Berkeley, United States Top 0.1% in Worldwide

Buddhist Studies

The Buddhist Studies offers an interdisciplinary program of study and research leading to a Ph.D. degree in Buddhist Studies. The Group at the University of California, Berkeley, which cooperates closely with the SSEAS, and of East Asian Languages and Cultures, emphasizes the study of Buddhism in its many forms within its Asian historical and cultural context.

Ph.D. Full-time On-campus
5 years$13,140/yr
Stanford University4,2(48)
Stanford, United States Top 0.1% in Worldwide

Social Sciences, Humanities, and Interdisciplinary Policy Studies in Education

The power in the Social Sciences, Humanities, and Interdisciplinary Policy Studies in Education at Stanford University approach to doctoral study is the way it opens up the possibilities for educational research by combining two distinctive approaches.   

Ph.D. Full-time On-campus
5 years$27,540/yr
Cornell University4,2(42)
Ithaca, United States Top 0.5% in Worldwide

Linguistics

The interests of the faculty cover a wide range of areas in theoretical and experimental linguistics. The field's graduate program covers all facets of linguistics, as well as an exceptionally broad spectrum of courses dealing with computational linguistics, field methods and historical linguistics. The Linguistics program is offered by Cornell University.

Ph.D. Full-time On-campus
5 years$20,800/yr
University of Buckingham3,8(14)
Buckingham, United Kingdom

Military History by Published Works

Candidates seeking a Doctorate in Military History by Published Works at University of Buckingham must be University of Buckingham graduates or members of staff. Graduates of other universities seeking to obtain a Doctorate by Published Work should contact the university from which they graduated.

Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus
3 years$19,368/yr
University of South Wales4,3(84)
Pontypridd, United Kingdom

Philosophy

At the Philosophy programme offered by University of South Wales you will learn to become an independent researcher by undertaking a significant and original piece of supervised research.

Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus
3 years$25,338/yr
University of York4,2(99)
York, United Kingdom Top 3% in Worldwide

Psycholinguistics

Join an interdisciplinary research community with a wide range of interests that converge on the cognitive dimensions of language ability and use. The Psycholinguistics programme is offered at University of York.

Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus
3 years$38,669/yr
University of Cambridge4,4(55)
Cambridge, United Kingdom Top 0.1% in Worldwide

Philosophy

This Philosophy from University of Cambridge offers close supervision and extensive training and is the standard entrance to the academic profession. The Faculty welcomes applications for this degree in a wide range of philosophical areas.

Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus
3 years$45,248/yr
Aberystwyth University4,1(50)
Aberystwyth, United Kingdom Top 15% in Worldwide

History

The Aberystwyth University DProf programme combines taught modules with research conducted by students under the supervision of staff who have expertise in the topic of study.

Ph. D. Full-time On-campus
3 yearsTuition not available
University of Szeged4,4(52)
Szeged, Hungary Top 10% in Worldwide

Linguistics

The educational programs of the Doctoral School of Linguistics from University of Szeged provide students with theoretical and methodological knowledge necessary for doing research into the theoretical, historical, typological and applied aspects of linguistics as well as writing scholarly papers and a PhD dissertation.

Ph.D. Full-time On-campus
4 years$7,805/yr
University of Bamberg4,3(8)
Bamberg, Germany

Bamberg Graduate School of Social Sciences (BAGSS)

The Bamberg Graduate School of Social Sciences (BAGSS) at University of Bamberg was established in 2010 to create an innovative working and learning environment for exceptionally qualified doctoral researchers.

Doctorate Full-time On-campus
3 yearsFree
University of Kent4,0(59)
Canterbury, United Kingdom Top 6% in Worldwide

Classical and Archaeological Studies

Examine the textual and material evidence for a wide cross-section of the ancient world.

Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus
3 years$29,319/yr
Anglia Ruskin University4,1(98)
Cambridge, United Kingdom Top 15% in Worldwide

English Language and Linguistics

The English Language and Linguistics programme offered by Anglia Ruskin University explores language structure, use, development, and variation, enabling researchers to investigate linguistic phenomena across multilingual, social, cultural, and theoretical contexts.

Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus
2 years$23,375/yr
King's College London4,2(113)
London, United Kingdom Top 0.5% in Worldwide

Philosophy Research

The Philosophy Research programme offered by King's College London investigates fundamental questions concerning knowledge, reality, ethics, language, mind, science, and society through advanced philosophical enquiry.

Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus
3 years$38,735/yr
Anglia Ruskin University4,1(98)
Cambridge, United Kingdom Top 15% in Worldwide

History

The History programme offered by Anglia Ruskin University explores historical change, society, politics, culture, and identity through advanced research into Britain, empire, labour movements, social relations, and international historical developments.

Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus
2 years$23,375/yr
University of Sussex4,0(79)
Brighton, United Kingdom Top 3% in Worldwide

Creative and Critical Writing

The Creative and Critical Writing programme offered by University of Sussex develops your creative writing skills while engaging with critical theory. Explore poetry, fiction and hybrid forms.

Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus
4 years$31,389/yr
King's College London4,2(113)
London, United Kingdom Top 0.5% in Worldwide

History Research

The History Research programme offered by King's College London supports advanced study of societies, cultures, ideas, and historical change from late antiquity to the present day.

Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus
3 years$38,735/yr
Institute of Social Sciences of the University of Lisbon4,7(3)
Lisbon, Portugal

History - Change and Continuity in a Global World (PIUDHist)

The History - Change and Continuity in a Global World (PIUDHist) course at Institute of Social Sciences of the University of Lisbon is the first doctoral programme in History that is based on an interuniversitary parternship, bringing together five Portuguese university institutes.

Ph.D. Full-time On-campus
4 years$1,533/yr

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