936 PhD programmes in Social Sciences in United Kingdom

This Archaeology (Distance Learning) programme at the University of Huddersfield puts you at the centre of work that explores major historical and contemporary issues. 

Our PhD programme offers high-quality training and a supportive environment in which to pursue your passion for research with internationally respected experts in the field from different disciplines. The Philosophy, Politics and Economics programme is offered at University of York.

Members of the American Studies programme from University of Kent provide supervision in many aspects of American Studies. Supervision is team-based and reflects the active research interests of the Centre.

The Counselling Psychology programme of the University of Roehampton provides professional training that leads to eligibility for registration as a counselling psychologist with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) and chartered status with the British Psychological Society (BPS).

The Spanish and Portuguese Section course from The University of Cambridge, offers undergraduate and postgraduate teaching in Portuguese. It is unique in its commitment to exploring the trans-historical and cross-cultural interrelations between all these language areas and their corresponding cultural formations.

The Anglo-Saxon, Norse and Celtic is a research degree from University of Cambridge, is usually examined after three years of research by a thesis of up to 80,000 words.

Whether you are interested in literature, language, history and culture, we provide a supportive environment for postgraduate research. The Celtic and Gaelic programme is offered at University of Glasgow.

The modules in this Italian History programme from Warnborough College consider some important aspects of Italian history.

Understand the nature and significance of conflict as a human condition. Develop the skills to prevent violent conflict, mitigate its catastrophic effects, and reconstruct societies in its aftermath.  Embedded in our world re

This Child and Adolescent Psychotherapy DPsych programme from University College London (UCL) has been created with an emphasis on the practical research skills that will be needed by a modern practitioner and designed specifically to be completed within four full-time academic years. 

The School of Politics and International Relations has a long tradition of high-quality research among its staff and students. Our vibrant research culture attracts students from all over the world who conduct research at the forefront of our discipline. Learn more with the Political and Social Thought degree offered by University of Kent.

The Strathclyde Doctoral School provides a vibrant and comprehensive student-centred research and training environment in order to grow and support current and future research talent. This Social Work and Social Policy degree is offered at the University of Strathclyde.

The part-time DPhil in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) is offered by the Oxford Cognitive Therapy Centre (OCTC) in collaboration with the Department for Continuing Education at the University of Oxford.

Develop doctoral level research skills and take rigorous training in clinical practice with our Professional Doctorate in Counselling Psychology at City St George's, University of London. You will study at doctoral level, gaining the relevant practical skills and knowledge to become an effective and ethical practitioner psychologist.

As a postgraduate student in the Anthropology programme from The University of Exeter, you will be able to pursue your work within a friendly and informal atmosphere.

The Arab and Islamic Studies MPhil/PhD programme from The University of Exeter is an Area Studies department grounded in multidisciplinary approaches to research and training.

The Kurdish Studies MPhil/PhD programme from The University of Exeter is an Area Studies department grounded in multidisciplinary approaches to research and training.

The French Studies MPhil/PhD programme from The University of Exeter all students have a primary and a secondary supervisor who provide regular, high quality advice, support and direction in their academic endeavours. You will work closely with your supervisors to develop, investigate and write-up a project at the cutting edge of research.

The Russian and Eurasian Studies programme offered by King's College London explores transformations across Russia and Eurasia, focusing on regional dynamics, societal change, and cross-border developments.

The Development Studies with Reference to Emerging Economies programme offered by King's College London investigates economic, social, political, and environmental transformations in emerging economies and the Global South through critical, interdisciplinary research.