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1.9k PhD programmes in Humanities

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Stanford University4,2(48)
Stanford, United States Top 0.1% in Worldwide

Linguistics

The Linguistics Ph.D. program at Stanford University emphasizes rigorous theoretical work that has at its base a firm empirical foundation in language data. 

Ph.D. Full-time On-campus
5 years$27,540/yr
Swinburne University of Technology4,5(18)
Melbourne, Australia Top 4% in Worldwide

Humanities, Arts and Social Sciences

As a student in the Humanities, Arts and Social Sciences program at the Swinburne University of Technology, you will undertake supervised research with the aim of making a significant and original contribution to a discipline or profession.

Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus
4 years$25,754/yr
Aarhus University3,9(221)
Aarhus, Denmark Top 2% in Worldwide

Theology, History of Ideas and Philosophy

The PhD in Theology, History of Ideas and Philosophy programme offered by Aarhus University offers a wide range of disciplinary and interdisciplinary doctoral research within and across the fields concerned. Theological research is characterized by interaction between historical, literary, and systematic methods.

Ph.D. Full-time On-campus
3 yearsFree
Cornell University4,2(42)
Ithaca, United States Top 0.5% in Worldwide

English Language and Literature

The English Language and Literature programme offered by Cornell University develops advanced research expertise in anglophone literary traditions, critical theory, and cultural analysis.

Ph.D. Full-time On-campus
6 years$20,800/yr
Princeton University4,4(35)
Princeton, United States Top 0.5% in Worldwide

Classics

Princeton University's Ph.D. program in the Department of Classics recognizes the increasing diversity of approaches and subjects housed within the discipline and aims to provide students with the opportunity to develop a varied and comprehensive course of study appropriate to their developing research interests. 

Ph.D. Full-time On-campus
5 yearsTuition not available
Auburn University4,3(6)
Auburn, United States Top 9% in Worldwide

Applied Economics (Liberal Arts)

The PhD in Applied Economics at Auburn University  is offered jointly by the Department of Economics, the Department of Agricultural Economics and Rural Sociology, and the College of Forestry, Wildlife and Environment.

Ph.D. Full-time On-campus
6 years$35,986/yr
University of Miami4,6(20)
Miami, United States Top 4% in Worldwide

English

The mission of the English program at the University of Miami is to introduce them to a range of critical and theoretical methodologies; to introduce them to a range of critical and theoretical methodologies; to provide them with the skills needed to establish their own scholarly expertise within an area of specialization; to prepare them for careers in scholarship and research within the academy.

Ph.D. Full-time On-campus
5 years$19,036/yr
Sabanci University4,3(73)
Istanbul, Turkey Top 10% in Worldwide

History

Develop and deepen the current and advanced knowledge in the field with original thought and/or research and come up with innovative definitions based on Master's degree qualifications. This doctorate degree of History is offered at Sabanci University

Ph.D. Full-time On-campus
4 yearsTuition not available
Royal Holloway University of London4,4(59)
London, United Kingdom Top 8% in Worldwide

Languages, Literatures and Cultures

As well as specialist one-to-one tuition for the duration of your PhD, you will enjoy the additional support of a dedicated Research Advisor. The Languages, Literatures and Cultures programme is offered at the Royal Holloway University of London.

Ph.D. Full-time On-campus
3 years$35,290/yr
University of Essex4,2(88)
Colchester, United Kingdom Top 6% in Worldwide

Art History and Theory

For the PhD in Art History and Theory at University of Essex  of offer supervision across a range of fields and have a long tradition of postgraduate training in all the major areas of European art and architecture from 1300 to the present, and in the art and architecture of Latin America and the United States.

Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus
3 years$27,570/yr
Rovira i Virgili University4,0(40)
Tarragona, Spain Top 9% in Worldwide

Quaternary and Prehistory

The Quaternary and Prehistory programme from Rovira i Virgili University trains students to carry out high-quality advanced research. 

Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus
4 years$854/yr
The University of Exeter4,3(102)
Penryn, United Kingdom +1 Top 3% in Worldwide

Cornish Studies

The Cornish Studies MPhil/PhD programme from The University of Exeter staff in the History department research political, economic, social, cultural, religious, medical, maritime, military, humanitarian, environmental and international history. We range in time from the early medieval period to the late 20th century.

Ph. D. Full-time +2 On-campus +3
4 years$32,684/yr
University of Pisa4,1(151)
Pisa, Italy Top 4% in Worldwide

Classical Studies and Archaeology

This Classical Studies and Archaeology PhD degree from University of Pisa aims to guarantee advanced training on original topics with adequate and innovative tools, on theoretical and practical basis, for the progress of research on the ancient world, for memory and for the enhancement of cultural heritage.

Ph.D. Full-time On-campus
3 yearsFree
University of Miami4,6(20)
Miami, United States Top 4% in Worldwide

Literary, Cultural and Linguistic Studies

The Literary, Cultural and Linguistic Studies program at the University of Miami is designed primarily to prepare students for careers as university professors and research scholars. Students develop advanced language, teaching, and research skills that lend themselves to other professions, as well.

Ph.D. Full-time On-campus
5 years$31,728/yr
Case Western Reserve University4,5(15)
Cleveland Heights, United States Top 3% in Worldwide

History

Explore the past and prepare for the future with a PhD in History from Case Western Reserve University. 

Ph.D. Full-time On-campus
5 yearsTuition not available
The Chinese University of Hong Kong3,8(12)
Hong Kong, Hong Kong (SAR) Top 1% in Worldwide

English (Applied English Linguistics)

The English (Applied English Linguistics) programme of The Chinese University of Hong Kong is intended for students who have completed at least an M.A. degree in Applied English Linguistics or a related field of study.

Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus
3 years$6,312/yr
Tohoku University4,4(5)
Sendai, Japan Top 3% in Worldwide

International Graduate Program in Language Sciences

The International Graduate Program in Language Sciences program of Tohoku University consists of a 2-year Master’s program and a 3-year doctoral program affiliated with the Graduate School of International Cultural Studies at Tohoku University. 

Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus
3 years$3,381/yr
University of Illinois at Urbana Champaign4,5(28)
Urbana, United States Top 1% in Worldwide

Philosophy

We offer a Phd degree in Philosophy degree at the University of Illinois at Urbana Champaign. Join us!

Ph.D. Full-time On-campus
7 years$32,204/yr
Boston College4,2(16)
Newton, United States Top 7% in Worldwide

English

Boston College’s Ph.D. in English offers the opportunity to study with nationally recognized faculty in many periods, authors, and critical and theoretical streams.

Ph.D. Full-time On-campus
5 yearsTuition not available
University of Kentucky3,2(5)
Lexington-Fayette, United States Top 6% in Worldwide

Hispanic Studies

The reputation of the Department of Hispanic Studies at the University of Kentucky is based on the department's long, outstanding history and a tradition of exciting and innovative scholarship on the part of its faculty.

Ph.D. Full-time On-campus
5 years$37,326/yr

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