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3.5k PhD programmes in Social Sciences

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Brain Sciences - Computation and Information Processing

Over the course of your Brain Sciences - Computation and Information Processing at The Hebrew University of Jerusalem studies, you’ll learn computational neuroscience and its application in understanding how the nervous system orchestrates disparate functions including perception and action, learning and memory, thought and creativity. 

Ph.D. Full-time On-campus
5 yearsFree

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$15,761/yr

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

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

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

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

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

Psychology

Through the Psychology degree from the University of Gloucestershire you'll conduct your own piece of research in psychological sciences.

Ph.D. Full-time +2 Online
4 years$17,908/yr

Politics

This Politics degree from University of Gloucestershire offers a multitude of opportunities, depending on your discipline, interests, and experience.

Ph.D. Full-time +2 Online
4 years$17,908/yr

International and Rural Development

At the University of Reading, we offer several routes to a doctoral qualification, including this PhD in International and Rural Development.

Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus
3 years$28,346/yr

Global

The Global course from University of Technology Sydney (UTS) gives you the opportunity to work with experts and fellow researchers across the world, giving you access to international networks and experience from the start.

Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus
4 yearsTuition not available

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$21,863/yr

Geography and Sustainable Communities

The Doctor of Philosophy in Geography and Sustainable Communities at the University of Wollongong is an advanced postgraduate research degree that develops research skills and provides high achieving candidates with the opportunity to conduct in-depth research in their chosen field of research.

Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus
4 years$29,707/yr

Doctor of Philosophy - Spatial Sciences

As a doctoral research degree in Doctor of Philosophy - Spatial Sciences 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$26,277/yr

Human Geography and Environment

The PhD is a higher degree awarded for a thesis presenting original research that makes a publishable contribution to knowledge or understanding. This Human Geography and Environment programme is offered by University of York.

Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus
3 years$33,815/yr

Te Ao Māori

The values of Aotahi have been modelled on the traditions of Māui-Tikitiki-a-Taranga – the Māori demigod famous for obtaining the knowledge of fire and snaring the sun. The Te Ao Māori programme is offered at University of Canterbury.

Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus
3 years$4,879/yr

Development Studies

The Development Studies programme from ISEG - Lisbon School of Economics and Management aims to provide high quality training and produce original research in the area of Development Studies, a field of interdisciplinary research of the process of economic, social and political changes in modern societies.

Ph.D. Full-time On-campus
3 yearsTuition not available

Investment modelling for green transition and financial value creation at the national level (Economics)

The Investment modelling for green transition and financial value creation at the national level (Economics) doctoral candidate position is available in Business management faculty, Financial engineering department at VILNIUS TECH. Applicants interested in other research topics related to Sustainability, are also welcome to apply.

Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus
4 years$14,485/yr

Cognitive and Clinical Neuroscience

Our Cognitive and Clinical Neuroscience researchers at Brunel University of London create knowledge and advance understanding, and equip versatile doctoral researchers with the confidence to apply what they have learnt for the benefit of society. 

Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus
3 years$33,075/yr

Public Policy

The Doctor of Philosophy Programme from The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology provide rigorous training in public policy research to academically outstanding students aspiring to pursue a career in policy research and teaching. 

Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus
3 years$5,674/yr

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