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113 PhD programmes in Singapore

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.

Education
The Education research programme from Nanyang Technological University is designed for professionals in education and education-related fields.
Architecture and Building
Designed for high performing university graduates, the Architecture and Building program from James Cook University is a postgraduate research degree with a supervised project of original research at its core. Develop high level independent research skills while making an original contribution of knowledge to a specific discipline or area of practice.
Electrical and Electronic Engineering
The School of Electrical and Electronic Engineering at Nanyang Technological University offers the Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) programme by research on a full time or part time basis.
Art, Design and Media
The School of Art, Design and Media's doctoral programme at Nanyang Technological University provides creative research opportunities in a wide spectrum of academic areas.
Management and Commerce
Designed for high performing university graduates, the Management and Commerce program from James Cook University is a postgraduate research degree with a supervised project of original research at its core. Develop high level independent research skills while making an original contribution of knowledge to a specific discipline or area of practice.
Public Policy and Global Affairs
Public Policy and Global Affairs (PPGA) at Nanyang Technological University offers full-time and part-time Ph.D. by research. It is a fast-growing research programme in Asia with a vibrant research community.
Business (Operations Management)
The PhD in Business (Operations Management) at Singapore Management University is a highly competitive programme that admits only a very limited number of students every year.
Digital Financial Technology
Digital Financial Technology (abbreviated as FinTech) at National University of Singapore refers to a broad spectrum of the technology and innovation of financial services.
Integrated Biology and Medicine
Duke-National University of Singapore launched its inaugural PhD programme in Integrated Biology and Medicine (IBM) in August 2010.
Quantitative Biology and Medicine
Biostatistics and bioinformatics are increasingly important areas for advancement of biomedical research. There is high demand for trained professionals in these areas, locally and internationally. We offer a Quantitative Biology and Medicine degree at the National University of Singapore.
Mechanobiology
With an interdisciplinary and highly-integrated team approach to discovery and invention, Mechanobiology’s curriculum at National University of Singapore is crafted to train innovative and influential future leaders in both academia and R&D-based industry.
Management
Research-based programmes such as the Management PhD degree at National University of Singapore aim at preparing the students to understand the world of business and organisations at a more fundamental level; and to generate ideas for the future and impart this body of knowledge.
Chinese Studies
We offer a phd programme degree in Chinese Studies at the National University of Singapore. Join us!
Sociology and Anthropology
The Sociology and Anthropology PhD programme at National University of Singapore aims to train students in rigorous critical thinking and equip them to conduct in-depth research using multiple methods to advance the knowledge about society and culture.
Engineering
At the Singapore Management University, we offer our graduate students a Doctor of Engineering program.
Arts, Education and Sciences
At the Nanyang Technological University, we offer our graduate students a phd degree in Arts, Education and Sciences.
Business (Marketing)
This Business (Marketing) programme at Singapore Management University trains students to conduct rigorous and relevant research focused on understanding and predicting marketing actions of firms and managers, and consumer behaviour.
Psychology
In the Psychology program from Singapore Management University, we equip you with critical knowledge and skills to conduct rigorous psychological research.
Business (Strategy and Entrepreneurship)
This Business (Strategy & Entrepreneurship) programme at Singapore Management University is designed to equip students with the skills, knowledge and competencies to conduct high-quality research in the areas of strategic management and organisations.