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3.5k PhD programmes in Social Sciences
Universitat Oberta de Catalunya (UOC)4,2(45)
Online Top 8% in Worldwide Society, Technology and Culture
The Society, Technology and Culture doctoral programme from Universitat Oberta de Catalunya (UOC) provides tools for analysing the complex relationships between technology and society, understanding and contributing to improving the key challenges that define contemporary societies.
Ph.D. Full-time +2 Online
4 yearsTuition not available
Royal Roads University4,0(5)
Victoria, Canada Social Sciences
This Social Sciences course from the Royal Roads University hybrid doctoral programme combines the rigour of research in a traditional PhD with applied, professional relevancy.
Doctorate Full-time Blended
4 years$16,091/yr
School for International Training
Online Doctorate in International Relations
This fully accredited part-time Doctorate in International Relations at School for International Training is designed for working professionals in international affairs with an interest in peacebuilding, conflict and refugee response, and humanitarian affairs.
Ph.D. Part-time Online
4 years$19,875/yr
University of Maryland, Baltimore County (UMBC)4,3(12)
Baltimore Highlands, United States Top 3% in Worldwide Public Policy
The Public Policy PhD programme at University of Maryland, Baltimore County (UMBC) curriculum for a student without a relevant master’s degree requires 48 hours of coursework and 18 hours of dissertation research.
Ph.D. Full-time On-campus
5 years$29,010/yr
Universitat Oberta de Catalunya (UOC)4,2(45)
Online Top 8% in Worldwide Health and Psychology
There is an obvious need for research training in the health and psychology field from a multidisciplinary perspective; with the Health and Psychology doctoral programme, Universitat Oberta de Catalunya (UOC) aim to answer this need.
Ph.D. Full-time +2 Online
4 yearsTuition not available
Universitat Oberta de Catalunya (UOC)4,2(45)
Online Top 8% in Worldwide Humanities and Communication
The doctoral programme in Humanities and Communication from Universitat Oberta de Catalunya (UOC) trains students to research the social change phenomena that can be found in social practice and ideology.
Ph.D. Full-time +2 Online
4 yearsTuition not available
Universitat Oberta de Catalunya (UOC)4,2(45)
Online Top 8% in Worldwide Law, Politics and Economics
This Law, Politics and Economics doctoral programme from Universitat Oberta de Catalunya (UOC) aims to train professionals and researchers with a global, interdisciplinary and critical perspective to address and work on problems arising in the fields of law, criminology, economics and political science.
Ph.D. Full-time +2 Online
4 yearsTuition not available
Queen Mary University of London4,1(118)
London, United Kingdom Top 1% in Worldwide Economics or Finance
The Economics or Finance programme of the Queen Mary University of London is part of the School of Economics and Finance who has one of the UK's leading departments, ranked in the top 10 for research power in the latest Research Excellence Framework (REF) assessment.
Ph.D. Full-time On-campus
3 years$32,065/yr
Victoria University of Wellington4,1(83)
Wellington, New Zealand Top 2% in Worldwide PhD in Political Science
Study politics where it happens. Combine in-depth understanding of the political process with advanced research skills and take your career to the next level. We offer a PhD in Political Science degree at the Victoria University of Wellington.
Ph.D. Full-time On-campus
3 yearsTuition not available
SOAS University of London4,1(36)
London, United Kingdom Top 4% in Worldwide Creative Arts and Cultural Industries
The Creative Arts and Cultural Industries programme offered at SOAS University of London provides advanced training and research experience at a doctoral level in the broad areas at the intersection of the Arts and cultural production and the cultural economy.
Ph. D. Full-time +2 On-campus
3 years$31,579/yr
Loughborough University4,4(62)
Loughborough, United Kingdom Top 2% in Worldwide Criminology, Sociology and Social Policy
Undertaking the Criminology, Sociology and Social Policy programme at Loughborough University will give you the opportunity to develop new and highly sought-after skills, which you can apply to a range of careers in academia, industry and beyond.
Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus
3 years$31,187/yr
Bangor University4,4(85)
Bangor, United Kingdom Top 3% in Worldwide Social Policy, Sociology
The School of Social Sciences provides a stimulating and supportive environment for postgraduate training. The Social Policy, Sociology programme is offered at Bangor University.
Ph. D. Full-time +2 On-campus
2 years$24,977/yr
University of York4,2(100)
York, United Kingdom Top 1% in Worldwide Social Policy and Social Work
Within the Social Policy and Social Work PhD programme is offered at the University of York you will be part of a Graduate School with other doctoral students from across the globe, becoming part of a vibrant research community.
Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus
3 years$34,225/yr
University of Birmingham4,2(48)
Birmingham, United Kingdom Top 0.5% in Worldwide Public Administration and Policy
The Public Administration and Policy programme from University of Birmingham offers you the chance to conduct pioneering research, develop essential skills, and thrive in a supportive academic community.
Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus +2
3 years$30,890/yr
Curtin University4,2(66)
Perth, Australia Top 1% in Worldwide Doctor of Philosophy - Public Policy
As a research degree in Doctor of Philosophy - Public Policy candidate at Curtin University, 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.
Ph.D. Full-time On-campus
4 years$25,977/yr
Victoria University of Wellington4,1(83)
Wellington, New Zealand Top 2% in Worldwide PhD in New Zealand Studies
PhD in New Zealand Studies at Victoria University of Wellington focuses on historical and cultural topics specific to Aotearoa. Find out how New Zealanders understand their identity—looking at themes that span New Zealand's literary, oral, and written histories.
Ph.D. Full-time On-campus
3 yearsTuition not available
Bangor University4,4(85)
Bangor, United Kingdom Top 3% in Worldwide Psychology
The School of Psychology offers modern undergraduate degree programmes that are fully BPS accredited and a suite of Masters programmes which reflect the School's research specialisms. The Psychology programme is offered at Bangor University.
Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus
3 years$28,352/yr
University of Reading4,1(30)
Reading, United Kingdom Top 2% in Worldwide Economics
They offer flexible modes of study designed to fit with your needs. The Economics PhDs at University of Reading are available for study on a full-time basis over three years and part-time over four to six years, starting in the autumn term of the academic year.
Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus
3 years$29,365/yr
Brunel University of London4,0(136)
London, United Kingdom Top 2% in Worldwide Anthropology
Find out about our research in Anthropology at the Brunel University of London. PhD students come to Brunel from diverse cultural backgrounds and belong to a genuinely international anthropology department.
Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus
3 years$27,542/yr
University of Brighton4,2(55)
Brighton, United Kingdom Top 4% in Worldwide Criminology
At the Criminology research programme at the University of Brighton you will enter an academic community that addresses challenges within the criminal justice system and beyond, considering social, health, psychological, spatial, and environmental injustice, seeking to transform policy and practice on global and more local scales.
Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus
3 years$22,925/yr