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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
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$16,027/yr
Victoria University of Wellington4,1(75)
Wellington, New Zealand Top 2% in Worldwide PhD in Humanities and Social Science
The PhD in Humanities and Social Science program from Victoria University of Wellington involves original and sustained research, mentored by an academic supervisor. It’s an opportunity to make new discoveries, address some of the big issues of our time, challenge yourself, and develop a mix of transferable and specialised skills.
Ph. D. Full-time On-campus
3 yearsTuition not available
Maynooth University4,2(50)
Maynooth, Ireland Top 4% in Worldwide Geocomputation
This Geocomputation programme at the Maynooth University helps you enhance advanced specialist knowledge in Geocomputation alongside transferable and generic skills.
Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus
4 years$16,186/yr
Istanbul Aydin University4,1(320)
Istanbul, Turkey Top 6% in Worldwide Political Science and International Relations (Combined PhD)
Political Science and International Relations (Combined PhD) at Istanbul Aydin University is an integrated doctoral program designed for academically strong students who wish to pursue direct doctoral level education following their bachelor’s degree.
Ph.D. Full-time On-campus
4 years$3,750/yr
University of Chester4,4(61)
Chester, United Kingdom Psychology
The University of Chester offers supervision in Psychology in a range of areas, including possibilities for inter-disciplinary approaches.
Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus
3 years$21,082/yr
University of Birmingham4,2(51)
Birmingham, United Kingdom Top 0.5% in Worldwide Psychology
Hone your research skills and pinpoint the area you are passionate about with the Psychology degree at University of Birmingham.
Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus
3 years$33,984/yr
Eastern Mediterranean University4,0(151)
Famagusta, Northern Cyprus Top 4% in Worldwide General Psychology
The General Psychology course at Eastern Mediterranean University focuses on Social, Cognitive and Developmental Psychology, and its primary aim is to bring academics with high education and research quality to the field.
Ph.D. Full-time On-campus
3½ years$3,765/yr
The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology3,8(11)
Hong Kong, Hong Kong (SAR) Top 0.5% in Worldwide 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
The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology3,8(11)
Hong Kong, Hong Kong (SAR) Top 0.5% in Worldwide Economics
The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology's Economics doctoral programme follows a strong research-intensive tradition on the North American model.
Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus
3 years$5,674/yr
European University Cyprus (EUC)3,9(45)
Nicosia, Cyprus Top 9% in Worldwide Cultural Studies
The Cultural Studies at European University Cyprus (EUC) is designed for candidates who wish to conduct high-level original research on culture, society, and representation.
Ph.D. Full-time On-campus
3 years$5,549/yr
University of Brighton4,1(49)
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$22,908/yr
University of Wollongong4,2(35)
Wollongong, Australia Top 1% in Worldwide 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$30,368/yr
SOAS University of London4,1(36)
London, United Kingdom Top 4% in Worldwide Global Studies
The specific focus of this Global Studies programme from SOAS University of London is twofold: thematically, the programme addresses the analysis of contemporary globalisation processes and of the political, economic, social and cultural relationships and structures that define and shape these processes.
Ph. D. Full-time +2 On-campus
3 years$31,555/yr
Queen Mary University of London4,1(118)
London, United Kingdom Top 1% in Worldwide Psychology
At Queen Mary University of London, we are home to an active and multi-disciplinary research programme in Psychology. Our research staff are engaged in a wide range of projects across the broad sweep of biological and psychological sciences.
Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus
3 years$38,922/yr
University of Birmingham4,2(51)
Birmingham, United Kingdom Top 0.5% in Worldwide African Studies and Anthropology
Join an internationally renowned department of African Studies and Anthropology and conduct anthropological research with a focus on communities in Africa or the African diaspora. Learn more at the African Studies and Anthropology programme from University of Birmingham.
Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus +2
3 years$31,555/yr
Lancaster University4,2(61)
Lancaster, United Kingdom Top 1% 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
Lancaster University4,2(61)
Lancaster, United Kingdom Top 1% in Worldwide Health Economics and Policy
The Health Economics and Policy course from Lancaster University meets the needs of those wishing to gain a deep and critical insight into health economics theory, research and practice and to develop or enhance research skills whilst fulfilling their existing responsibilities.
Ph.D. Part-time Blended
4 yearsTuition not available
Brunel University of London4,0(132)
London, United Kingdom Top 2% in Worldwide 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$27,522/yr
University of Birmingham4,2(51)
Birmingham, United Kingdom Top 0.5% in Worldwide Russian Studies
Do you want to be part of a stimulating research environment? Join an impactful Modern Languages department and undertake the Russian Studies degree at University of Birmingham.
Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus +2
3 years$31,555/yr