22 PhD programmes in International Development in England, United Kingdom

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International and Rural Development

At the University of Reading, we offer several routes to a doctoral qualification, including this PhD in International and Rural Development.

Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus
3 years$28,217/yr

Global Ethics

Conduct your own Global Ethics research with the support of experts from the Department of Philosophy from University of Birmingham. Explore key ethical issues that have a real-world impact on people's lives. 

Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus +2
3 years$31,059/yr

International Development

Study this International Development programme from SOAS University of London to realise your potential to define and solve pressing global forces and transform the world with your research impact.

Ph. D. Full-time +2 On-campus
3 years$31,059/yr

International Development

Pursue the International Development degree at the University of Birmingham, conduct impactful research, and develop skills under the guidance of academic supervisors within an active research environment focused on real-world impact.

Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus +2
3 years$30,382/yr

Global Challenges and Transformations

Conduct advanced research on global challenges and transformations in an innovative interdisciplinary school with the Global Challenges and Transformations programme at University of Bristol.

Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus
4 years$29,080/yr
University of Oxford4,1(110)
Oxford, England, United Kingdom Top 0.1% in Worldwide

Migration Studies

As a Migration Studies DPhil student from University of Oxford you will undertake your own original research project under the guidance of your supervisor. 

Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus
3 years$41,310/yr
University of Sussex4,0(61)
Brighton, England, United Kingdom Top 1% in Worldwide

International Development (Global Studies)

Join our lively community of doctoral researchers at the University of Sussex and address some of the most important current issues in International Development (Global Studies).

Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus
4 years$31,205/yr
University of Oxford4,1(110)
Oxford, England, United Kingdom Top 0.1% in Worldwide

International Development

The DPhil in International Development at University of Oxford provides an opportunity for outstanding students to pursue in-depth multi- and interdisciplinary research, guided by leading scholars in the field, into processes of social, political and economic development and change in the global South.

Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus
3 years$41,310/yr
University of Greenwich4,2(111)
Blackheath, England, United Kingdom Top 4% in Worldwide

Development Studies

Our Natural Resource Institute (NRI) in Medway at University of Greenwich provides an ideal environment for innovative and original research in Development Studies.

Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus
3 years$23,171/yr
The Open University UK4,2(160)
Milton Keynes, England, United Kingdom Top 5% in Worldwide

Global Health and Development Research

The School of Life, Health and Chemical Science at The Open University UK has a strong track record of engagement with Global Health and Development Research projects.

Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus
3 years$21,804/yr
University of Lincoln4,1(50)
Lincoln, England, United Kingdom Top 4% in Worldwide

Educational Research and Development

This Educational Research and Development at University of Lincoln  is a research qualification aimed at those who are, or aspire to be, senior academic or administrative leaders of primary, secondary, or tertiary educational institutions, or university lecturers and researchers.

Ph. D. Full-time +2 On-campus
2 years, 3 months$22,441/yr
University of Sussex4,0(61)
Brighton, England, United Kingdom Top 1% in Worldwide

Development Studies (IDS)

The Institute of Development Studies (IDS) transforms the knowledge, action and leadership needed for more equitable and sustainable development globally, through our world-class research, learning and teaching at the University of Sussex.

Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus
4 years$31,205/yr
London School of Economics and Political Science4,4(75)
London, England, United Kingdom Top 0.5% in Worldwide

International Development

Develop a deep understanding of complex processes of social, political and economic change, and produce original research on international development themes. Learn more at the International Development programme from London School of Economics and Political Science.

Ph. D. Full-time On-campus
4 years$31,205/yr
The Open University UK4,2(160)
Milton Keynes, England, United Kingdom Top 5% in Worldwide

States, Political Systems and Development

Our research in States, Political Systems and Development at The Open University UK seeks to shed light on how the state becomes a driver and an agent of development while contributing to the construction of alternative political systems that challenge the current conceptualisation and practice of development.

Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus
3 years$16,871/yr
The Open University UK4,2(160)
Milton Keynes, England, United Kingdom Top 5% in Worldwide

Economics of Development and Structural Change

Uneven development between countries can be attributed to structural differences in how their economies are organised and depend on each other. This Economics of Development and Structural Change programme is offered at The Open University UK.

Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus
3 years$16,871/yr
University of Sussex4,0(61)
Brighton, England, United Kingdom Top 1% in Worldwide

International Education and Development

The PhD in International Education and Development at the University of Sussex gives you the opportunity to develop specialist knowledge in the field of development and education and to hone advanced research skills in methodologies appropriate for contexts in low-income countries.

Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus
4 years$31,205/yr
The Open University UK4,2(160)
Milton Keynes, England, United Kingdom Top 5% in Worldwide

Conflict, Security and Development

Conflict, Security and Development research at The Open University UK scrutinises and re-thinks the impacts of community engagements, international aid, peacebuilding interventions, socio-economic development towards unilinear cycles of violence and efforts deployed to achieve inclusive development and sustainable peace.

Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus
3 years$16,871/yr
The Open University UK4,2(160)
Milton Keynes, England, United Kingdom Top 5% in Worldwide

Health Systems and Development

Emerging life science technologies and innovations have the potential to revolutionise healthcare and improve human welfare in developing countries. This Health Systems and Development programme is offered at The Open University UK.

Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus
3 years$16,871/yr
The Open University UK4,2(160)
Milton Keynes, England, United Kingdom Top 5% in Worldwide

Inclusive Innovation and Development

The Development Policy and Practice Group carries out interdisciplinary research in science, technology and innovation systems, global justice, politics of development and development management. This Inclusive Innovation and Development programme is offered at The Open University UK.

Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus
3 years$16,871/yr
University of Cambridge4,4(58)
Cambridge, England, United Kingdom Top 0.1% in Worldwide

Development Studies

Through the Development Studies course from the University of Cambridge all students will take a compulsory Research Methods course in the first year. Students are also encouraged to attend a wide range of seminars and other events organised by the Centre of Development Studies and departments throughout the University, such as the Social Sciences Research Methods Centre.

Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus
3 years$43,668/yr

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