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1.9k PhD programmes in Humanities

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King's College London4,2(113)
London, United Kingdom Top 0.5% in Worldwide

Classics Research

The Classics Research programme offered by King's College London investigates the languages, literature, history, archaeology, art, and cultural legacy of the ancient Greek, Roman, and Near Eastern worlds.

Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus
3 years$38,766/yr
University of Roehampton4,3(59)
London, United Kingdom

Practical Theology

The Practical Theology programme of the University of Roehampton is committed to high level research, grounded in faith practice.

Ph. D. Part-time On-campus
5 years$15,735/yr
Rovira i Virgili University4,0(40)
Tarragona, Spain Top 9% in Worldwide

Cognitive Science and Language

The Cognitive Science and Language course from Rovira i Virgili University aims to train students to carry out high-quality advanced research.

Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus
4 years$854/yr
University of Kent4,0(59)
Canterbury, United Kingdom Top 6% in Worldwide

Comparative Literature

The Comparative Literature programme at University of Kent offers an excellent environment for the postgraduate study of literature beyond national and linguistic borders.

Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus
3 years$29,342/yr
University of Ljubljana4,1(108)
Ljubljana, Slovenia Top 8% in Worldwide

Epistemology of the Humanities and Social Sciences

Epistemology of the Humanities and Social Sciences from University of Ljubljana is very problem-oriented. Its purpose is to show the logic behind theoretical processes in the humanities and social sciences. It analyses the way theories create their own sphere of problems and raise questions, and the way they open up new prospects for theoretical work and renounce the rest.

Ph.D. Full-time On-campus
4 years$29,689/yr
King's College London4,2(113)
London, United Kingdom Top 0.5% in Worldwide

Contemporary India Research

The Contemporary India Research programme offered by King's College London supports interdisciplinary investigation of India within comparative and global contexts.

Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus
3 years$40,102/yr
The Ohio State University4,4(34)
Columbus, United States Top 6% in Worldwide

English

The Department of English offers an integrated MA/PhD program at The Ohio State University, giving graduate students a variety of opportunities to work closely with distinguished scholars and writers. 

Ph.D. Full-time On-campus
5 years$14,318/yr
University of Cambridge4,4(55)
Cambridge, United Kingdom Top 0.1% in Worldwide

Classics

The Classics programme from The University of Cambridge, is a three to a four-year research degree, examined by a thesis. Candidates work independently and closely with their supervisor, a senior member of the Classics Faculty, and also have a secondary supervisor.

Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus
3 years$56,873/yr
University of California, Berkeley4,3(102)
Berkeley, United States Top 0.1% in Worldwide

Ancient History and Mediterranean Archaeology

The Ancient History and Mediterranean Archaeology program at University of California, Berkeley combines an open curriculum with rigorous examinations to produce innovative scholars fully trained in the technical skills necessary to become distinguished researchers and effective teachers.

Ph.D. Full-time On-campus
5 years$13,140/yr
University of Turku4,3(16)
Turku, Finland Top 5% in Worldwide

History, Culture and Arts Studies

The History, Culture and Arts Studies programme from University of Turku is interdisciplinary doctorial programme that combines historical approach, cultural analysis and critical art studies. It educates specialists in cultural change bringing together 16 fields of research.

Ph.D. Full-time On-campus
3 yearsFree
University of Nova Gorica4,5(11)
Nova Gorica, Slovenia

Cognitive Science of Language

Cognitive Science of Language from University of Nova Gorica provides high quality training of young researchers in Linguistics in the context of contemporary Cognitive Science.

Ph.D. Full-time On-campus
4 years$4,460/yr
Anglia Ruskin University4,1(98)
Cambridge, United Kingdom Top 15% in Worldwide

Dramatherapy

The Dramatherapy programme offered by Anglia Ruskin University explores therapeutic practices that use drama, performance, and creative expression to investigate psychological, social, and cultural experiences through advanced research.

Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus
2 years$23,393/yr
Johns Hopkins University4,5(42)
Baltimore, United States Top 0.5% in Worldwide

Population, Family and Reproductive Health

The PhD program in Population, Family and Reproductive Health at Johns Hopkins University is designed for students whose career goals are focused on conducting publishable, independent and original research. 

Ph.D. Full-time On-campus
4 years$68,592/yr
University of Zurich4,2(54)
Zürich, Switzerland Top 5% in Worldwide

Islamic Studies

The outcomes of the Islamic Studies program from the University of Zurich include acquiring subject-specific skills in the area of specialization and improving research methodology. 

Ph.D. Full-time On-campus
3 years$366/yr
Johns Hopkins University4,5(42)
Baltimore, United States Top 0.5% in Worldwide

Comparative Thought and Literature

The comparative and cross-disciplinary approach in the Comparative Thought and Literature program at Johns Hopkins University develops habits of inquiry, attention, and imagination as it explores questions emerging from diverse ecologies of expression.

Ph.D. Full-time On-campus
9 years$66,670/yr
University of Bern4,5(6)
Bern, Switzerland Top 2% in Worldwide

Religious Studies

The Faculties of Theology of the Universities of Bern, Basel and Zurich jointly offer a new doctoral program in Religious Studies.

Ph.D. Full-time On-campus
3 years$488/yr
University of Cyprus4,1(94)
Nicosia, Cyprus Top 8% in Worldwide

Linguistics

The doctoral programme in Linguistics at University of Cyprus is designed for students who wish to undertake research in applied and theoretical linguistics in the areas of morpho-syntax, semantics and pragmatics, phonetics and phonology, first and second language acquisition, bilingualism, bi(dia)lectalism, multilingualism, sociolinguistics, teaching and education. 

Ph.D. Full-time On-campus
3 years$4,460/yr
Birmingham City University4,1(108)
Birmingham, United Kingdom Top 20% in Worldwide

English

A PhD in English from Birmingham City University, will help you to develop research skills that support professional practice, research and/or academic careers. You will work closely with a team of specialist academics in your chosen field, and receive excellent support tailored to your individual needs. 

Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus +2
3 years$20,613/yr
McGill University4,4(95)
Montréal, Canada Top 1% in Worldwide

Philosophy - Gender and Women's Studies

The Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Philosophy - Gender and Women's Studies offered by the Department of Philosophy in the Faculty of Arts at McGill University is a research-intensive program that emphasizes comprehensive and rewarding learning opportunities. 

Ph.D. Full-time On-campus
4 years$13,183/yr
Louisiana State University4,2(37)
Baton Rouge, United States Top 8% in Worldwide

Comparative Literature

Comparative Literature from Louisiana State University is an interdisciplinary program that encourages students to approach literary studies from multiple perspectives. 

Ph.D. Full-time On-campus
5 years$29,770/yr

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