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3.6k 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$16,127/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 Brighton4,2(58)
Brighton, United Kingdom Top 4% in Worldwide Politics
The University of Brighton welcomes applicants for a PhD in Politics, one of its major academic strengths. You will work within a thriving and supportive academic environment, with membership of one or more of our specialist centres.
Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus
3 years$23,009/yr
Lancaster University4,3(68)
Lancaster, United Kingdom Top 1% in Worldwide Organisational Health and Well-Being
This Organisational Health and Well-Being course from Lancaster University is innovative and international first, developing knowledge and understanding of the psychological, social and organisational dynamics in the relationship between work and health.
Ph.D. Part-time Blended
4 yearsTuition not available
Federation University Australia4,1(35)
Ballarat, Australia +2 Top 6% in Worldwide Psychology
This Doctor of Philosophy programme in Psychology at the Federation University Australia sees candidates working with a Principal Supervisor, appointed by the Research Higher Degrees Sub Committee, with the approval of the School.
Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus
3 years$25,524/yr
Victoria University of Wellington4,1(84)
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
University of Bristol4,3(103)
Bristol, United Kingdom Top 0.5% in Worldwide Geographic Data Science
This Geographic Data Science programme at University of Bristol trains the next generation of geographic data and quantitative social scientists who are interested in understanding how to use data science and other quantitative methods to tackle pressing geospatial challenges in social and natural environments.
Ph. D. Full-time +2 On-campus
4 years$37,265/yr
London Metropolitan University4,2(119)
Online Top 6% in Worldwide Crime, Policy and Security
This Crime, Policy and Security phd course at London Metropolitan University make a difference to the criminal justice, national and international security sectors, while having the opportunity to enhance your career.
Ph.D. Part-time Online
4 years$1,789/module
Cardiff University4,6(168)
Cardiff, United Kingdom Top 1% in Worldwide Wales
Wales programme delivered by Cardiff University, is a research area within which you can focus your studies as part of our suite of Politics and International Relations research programmes (MPhil, PhD).
Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus
3 years$36,181/yr
School of Economics and Management - University of Porto4,1(62)
Porto, Portugal Top 3% in Worldwide Economics
PhD holders in Economics from University of Porto are qualified to work in various institutions, public or private, academic or non-academic, national or international, namely: Teaching and research in Higher Education Institutions; Banks, Insurance Companies and Audit and Consulting Companies; Regulatory authorities; and Public or private companies from various sectors of activity.
Ph.D. Full-time On-campus
4 years$6,946/yr
University of Southampton4,4(95)
Southampton, United Kingdom Top 0.5% in Worldwide Geography and Environmental Science
Join our researchers working on major global challenges including poverty, climate change and conservation in the Geography and Environmental Science programme from University of Southampton.
Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus
2 years$36,994/yr
University of Bristol4,3(103)
Bristol, United Kingdom Top 0.5% in Worldwide Social Policy
The Social Policy course at University of Bristol focuses is on the determinants of social problems and the responses to them by governments, policy makers and practitioners.
Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus
4 years$29,676/yr
Universidade de Aveiro4,4(207)
Aveiro, Portugal Top 2% in Worldwide Political Science
This innovative Political Science degree of Universidade de Aveiro aims, generally, to provide high quality advanced training in Political Science, and generate valuable contributions to research in this area.
Doctorate Full-time On-campus
3 years$2,315/yr
Cardiff University4,6(168)
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$36,181/yr
University of York4,2(106)
York, United Kingdom Top 1% in Worldwide Economics
Within this Economics PhD programme from University of York you’ll join a department of renowned scholars, who apply their research expertise to all core and related fields of economics. At York, our research degrees provide you with thorough training in research-focused economics.
Ph.D. Full-time On-campus
4 years$34,351/yr
University of Birmingham4,2(51)
Birmingham, United Kingdom Top 0.5% in Worldwide Arabic Studies
Do you want to be part of a stimulating research environment? Join an impactful Modern Languages department and undertake your own research project in Arabic Studies programme from University of Birmingham.
Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus
3 years$31,695/yr
Lancaster University4,3(68)
Lancaster, United Kingdom Top 1% in Worldwide English Literature
Throughout this English Literature course from Lancaster University you will develop your own scholarly, theoretical, critical, or even critical-creative, voice through one-to-one support from widely published scholars and critics.
Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus
3 yearsTuition not available
London South Bank University4,0(60)
London, United Kingdom Top 6% in Worldwide Psychology
A member of staff, expert in the chosen field, is directly responsible for guiding and supporting your research programme. As a research student you'll become part of our thriving academic community. Join the Psychology programme at London South Bank University.
Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus +2
3 years$24,662/yr
Dalhousie University4,1(60)
Halifax, Canada Top 2% in Worldwide French
Dalhousie University's Doctor of Philosophy in French programme offers you the opportunity to specialize in French literature, linguistics or francophone culture. A PhD degree opens the doors toward careers in universities and research centres nationally and internationally, and in information technologies and communications.
Ph.D. Full-time On-campus
5 years$3,429/yr
University of Brighton4,2(58)
Brighton, United Kingdom Top 4% in Worldwide Psychology
This Psychology research programme at the University of Brighton is at the forefront of developments in applied, critical, community, social and health psychology and emerging fields such as cyberpsychology and ecopsychology.
Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus
3 years$23,009/yr