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3.6k PhD programmes in Social Sciences
Universitat Oberta de Catalunya (UOC)4,2(45)
Online Top 24.3% 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
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$15,939/yr
Universitat Oberta de Catalunya (UOC)4,2(45)
Online Top 24.3% 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 24.3% 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)4,2(45)
Online Top 24.3% 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 Maryland, Baltimore County (UMBC)4,3(12)
Baltimore Highlands, United States Top 9.2% 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
Brunel University of London4,0(136)
London, United Kingdom Top 5.9% in Worldwide Politics and History
Politics and History at Brunel University of London has established a substantial body of cutting-edge research across broad themes such as modern and contemporary history with special focus on the rise and fall of empires, regimes, nations and states; and war and conflict including military history from the ancient to the modern period, counterinsurgency, peace-building, and border conflict.
Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus
3 years$29,842/yr
SOAS University of London4,1(36)
London, United Kingdom Top 12.7% in Worldwide Economics
Students whose qualifications indicate that they are able to pursue independent research may be accepted to read for the Economics programme from SOAS University of London.
Ph. D. Full-time +2 On-campus
3 years$31,273/yr
Victoria University of Wellington4,1(82)
Wellington, New Zealand Top 5.2% in Worldwide PhD in Cross-cultural Psychology
Enhance your degree and get the skills and knowledge to design, conduct, and evaluate cross-cultural research through advanced study of PhD in Cross-cultural Psychology at Victoria University of Wellington.
Ph.D. Full-time On-campus
3 yearsTuition not available
Victoria University of Wellington4,1(82)
Wellington, New Zealand Top 5.2% 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
Sunway University4,3(21)
Subang Jaya, Malaysia Top 11.2% in Worldwide Psychology
The Doctor of Philosophy in Psychology degree from Sunway University is a research higher degree. This research postgraduate programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge of research methods and the skills to independently conduct research in many areas of behavioural science.
Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus
3 years$5,182/yr
Lancaster University4,3(67)
Lancaster, United Kingdom Top 2.7% in Worldwide Applied Social Science
The Applied Social Science course from Lancaster University has an active research community within the fields of child protection, theories of welfare, gender and sexuality, family support and family justice, law and social work, community care, and health and social care.
Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus
3 yearsTuition not available
University of Huddersfield4,3(45)
Huddersfield, United Kingdom Top 11.3% in Worldwide Social Work and Social Policy
This Social Work and Social Policy programme at the University of Huddersfield offer the opportunity to explore and address real-world challenges, supported by a strong, interdisciplinary supervisory team with extensive research and practice-based experience.
Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus
3 years$25,002/yr
University of Gloucestershire4,2(29)
Online Sociology
Through Sociology programme from University of Gloucestershire joi the supportive and expert community of researchers as a student
Ph.D. Full-time +2 Online
4 years$17,949/yr
University of Birmingham4,2(48)
Birmingham, United Kingdom Top 1.3% in Worldwide Forensic Psychology Practice
Begin your career by embarking on the Forensic Psychology Practice degree delivered by the University of Birmingham, the first of its kind in the UK. Broaden your understanding and gain skills and practical experience whilst diving into significant research projects of real world relevance.
Ph. D. Full-time +2 On-campus
3 years$33,452/yr
University of York4,2(100)
York, United Kingdom Top 2.7% in Worldwide Medieval Studies
Within the Medieval Studies PhD programme from University of York students are trained to be interdisciplinary researchers and are normally co-supervised by staff from two different departments.
Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus
3 years$33,893/yr
Eastern Mediterranean University4,1(140)
Famagusta, Northern Cyprus Top 11.1% in Worldwide Information and Communication Technologies in Education
The Information and Communication Technologies in Education course offered at Eastern Mediterranean University is designed to provide advanced professional studies at graduate level to develop capabilities essential to the effective design, evaluation, and delivery of technology-based instruction and training.
Ph.D. Full-time On-campus
3½ years$500/module
University of Greenwich4,2(107)
Blackheath, United Kingdom Top 10.6% in Worldwide Economics
Our Economics research degree (MPhil/PhD) at University of Greenwich allows you to undertake rigorous and critical exploration of an area of economics with support from an expert supervisor.
Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus
1½ year$25,002/yr
University of Reading4,1(30)
Reading, United Kingdom Top 3.9% in Worldwide Spanish and Latin American Studies
On Spanish and Latin American Studies programmes at University of Reading, they offer expert supervision in a wide range of areas.
Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus
3 years$29,080/yr