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3.5k PhD programmes in Social Sciences
Royal Roads University4,3(4)
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$15,933/yr
Universitat Oberta de Catalunya (UOC)4,3(43)
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)4,3(43)
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
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
Universitat Oberta de Catalunya (UOC)4,3(43)
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
Universitat Oberta de Catalunya (UOC)4,3(43)
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
University of Reading4,2(31)
Reading, United Kingdom Top 2% in Worldwide Psycholinguistics
They can supervise a wide range of Psycholinguistics research topics at the University of Reading. Find a PhD opportunity that aligns with your interests and career ambitions.
Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus
3 years$32,676/yr
Corvinus University of Budapest4,0(86)
Budapest, Hungary Sociology
The Sociology programme at the Corvinus University of Budapest aims to assist motivated students to carry out problem-oriented, theoretically grounded and methodologically sound empirical social research.
Ph.D. Full-time On-campus
4 years$9,172/yr
Victoria University of Wellington4,1(76)
Wellington, New Zealand Top 2% in Worldwide PhD in Social Policy
Gain advanced knowledge and skills in Social Policy with postgraduate study at the School of Anthropology and Cultural Studies from Victoria University of Wellington.
Ph.D. Full-time On-campus
3 yearsTuition not available
University of Reading4,2(31)
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$29,068/yr
Dalhousie University4,0(59)
Halifax, Canada Top 2% in Worldwide Political Science
Dalhousie University's Doctor of Philosophy in Political Science programme is supportive and flexible and will unlock your political science potential while fostering close mentorship and renowned research institutes. With this course, you’ll be well equipped for a career in academia, civil service, communications and public relations, law, non-governmental organizations, and more.
Ph.D. Full-time On-campus
5 years$3,388/yr
The University of Sydney3,9(59)
Sydney, Australia Top 0.5% in Worldwide Arts and Social Sciences
The PhD in Arts and Social Sciences at The University of Sydney is for those with a first or second-class honours bachelor’s degree, a research master’s, or a master’s by coursework with a research component (75% or above). Alternatively, significant experience and high-level qualifications in the field may be accepted.
Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus
3 years$36,112/yr
Victoria University of Wellington4,1(76)
Wellington, New Zealand Top 2% in Worldwide PhD in Public Policy
Expand your expertise in Public Policy and enhance your ability to analyse and influence how effective policy decisions are made with a PhD at Victoria University of Wellington.
Ph.D. Full-time On-campus
3 yearsTuition not available
Cardiff University4,5(161)
Cardiff, United Kingdom Top 1% in Worldwide Languages and Translation Studies
Languages and Translation Studies programme from Cardiff University aims to offer knowledge and expertise in subject-specific and generic skills, qualifying you for both academic and non-academic positions in a variety of organisations.
Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus
3 years$35,683/yr
University of York4,2(110)
York, United Kingdom Top 1% in Worldwide Environmental Geography
The PhD is a higher degree awarded for a thesis presenting original research that makes a publishable contribution to knowledge or understanding. This Environmental Geography programme is offered by University of York.
Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus
3 years$41,363/yr
University of Southampton4,4(88)
Southampton, United Kingdom Top 0.5% in Worldwide Politics and International Relations
In the Politics and International Relations programme from University of Southampton we supervise research across a range of areas, from political science and philosophy to public policy and global politics. Join a tight knit group of scholars exploring the latest events, theories, systems and policies shaping our world.
Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus
2 years$26,863/yr
University of Huddersfield4,3(51)
Huddersfield, United Kingdom Top 4% in Worldwide Politics and International Studies
This Politics and International Studies PhD programme from the University of Huddersfield allows you to explore and pursue a research project built around a substantial piece of work, which has to show evidence of original contribution to knowledge.
Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus
3 years$24,992/yr
Lancaster University4,2(61)
Lancaster, United Kingdom Top 1% in Worldwide Politics
The Politics course from Lancaster University aim is to support you throughout your studies, whether through reading groups, research methods study classes, opportunities to present and review research projects or links with external presenters.
Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus
3 yearsTuition not available
Victoria University of Wellington4,1(76)
Wellington, New Zealand Top 2% in Worldwide PhD in Urban and Regional Planning
Learn how to shape and improve cities, towns, and regions. Develop the expertise to make our urban and rural environments more functional, sustainable, and appealing with the PhD in Urban and Regional Planning degree at the Victoria University of Wellington.
Ph.D. Full-time On-campus
3 yearsTuition not available
University of Birmingham4,2(52)
Birmingham, United Kingdom Top 0.5% in Worldwide Linguistics and Communication
Become an expert researcher at the forefront of your field with this Linguistics and Communication programme from University of Birmingham.
Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus +2
3 years$31,260/yr