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3.6k PhD programmes in Social Sciences

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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$16,067/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

Archaeology

Join our leading international research centre for archaeology and make a unique contribution to our understanding of the past and its relevance to the present day. We offer a Archaeology degree at the University of Southampton. 

Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus
2 years$27,154/yr

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$3,417/yr

Management and Organisation

The Management and Organisation PhD programme of Hanken School of Economics encourages ambitious aspiring scholars who are interested in doing research to consider applying for doctoral studies in M&O.

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

Psychology

A PhD degree in Psychology at the Lancaster University - Management School consists of an extensive and coherent research programme, typically involving three to four years of full-time study.

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

Counselling Psychology

This Counselling Psychology Doctorate programme from UWE Bristol (University of the West of England) gives you a doctorate-level education and training in psychotherapy and applied psychology, leading to the award of Doctor in Counselling Psychology.

Doctorate Full-time +2 On-campus
3 yearsTuition not available

Ageing and Dementia Studies

The Professional Doctorate in Ageing and Dementia Studies at Bangor University builds on contemporary research evidence underpinning applied practice, health behaviour and health related policy in relation to dementia care from the disciplines of mental health and health and social care management.

Doctorate Full-time +2 On-campus
5 years$28,370/yr

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$14,637/yr

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$31,598/yr

PhD in Criminology

Go deeper into the explanations for crime and the workings of the criminal justice system. Study the characteristics of offenders and how criminal behaviour relates to a wide range of social factors with this PhD in Criminology degree at the Victoria University of Wellington. 

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

Social Sciences

The Social Sciences programme at London South Bank University is closely linked to our growing and dynamic research culture. You'll benefit from engaging with highly qualified academic staff, working alongside a portfolio of dynamic and popular masters programmes.

Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus +2
3 years$24,587/yr

Supporting Teenagers and Young Adults with Food Allergy Management During Transitions to Further or Higher Education

The Supporting Teenagers and Young Adults with Food Allergy Management During Transitions to Further or Higher Education programme at Aston University  will involve undertaking a systematic review, running interviews and focus groups with teenagers and young adults, co-developing and evaluating a psychoeducational support package.

Ph.D. Full-time On-campus
3½ years$29,518/yr

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$29,383/yr

Communication, Cultural and Media Studies

 This Communication, Cultural and Media 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$25,263/yr

Criminology

The Division of Criminology and Criminal Justice at Brunel University of London is made up of an exciting, diverse and intellectually curious community of researchers. 

Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus
3 years$27,559/yr

Politics and International Relations

The Politics and International Relations programme of the University of Leicester students complete an independent research project under the guidance of a supervisory team.

Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus +2
4 years$24,317/yr

Hispanic Studies

Do you want to be part of a stimulating research environment? Join the Hispanic Studies course at University of Birmingham.

Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus +2
3 years$31,598/yr

Construction Management and Economics

The wide range of research activities in our School, together with the mix of academic staff, post-doctoral research fellows and visiting professors, allows us to offer a stimulating and diverse environment. Join the Construction Management and Economics programme at London South Bank University.

Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus +2
3 years$24,587/yr

Stories That Matter Identity, Legitimacy, and Moral Communication Across Digital and Institutional Worlds (Communication and Inf

Open application for a doctoral candidate in Communication and Information. Applicants interested in other research topics related to narrative and discourse approaches to communication (for example, discourse analysis, narrative analysis, pragmatics, interactional sociolinguistics, multimodal analysis) are also welcome to apply.

Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus
4 years$14,371/yr

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