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3.6k PhD programmes in Social Sciences
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
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 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
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
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
University of Canterbury3,9(26)
Christchurch, New Zealand Top 5.4% in Worldwide Geography
The Geography course at the University of Canterbury is an exciting and distinctive discipline at the interface between Science and Arts. Its focus is on putting various types of knowledge together to find innovative solutions to problems faced by society such as climate change, poverty, sustainability, health, and inequality.
Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus
3 years$4,894/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
University of Greenwich4,2(107)
Blackheath, United Kingdom Top 10.6% in Worldwide Development Studies
Our Natural Resource Institute (NRI) in Medway at University of Greenwich provides an ideal environment for innovative and original research in Development Studies.
Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus
3 years$23,331/yr
Brunel University of London4,0(136)
London, United Kingdom Top 5.9% in Worldwide Sociology and Communication
The Sociology and Communications degree offered by Brunel University of London group is a dynamic, international and globally respected community of researchers.
Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus
3 years$27,275/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 Canterbury3,9(26)
Christchurch, New Zealand Top 5.4% in Worldwide Antarctic Studies
The Antarctic Studies course at the University of Canterbury are coordinated by Gateway Antarctica, the Centre for Antarctic Studies and Research at Te Whare Wānanga o Waitaha | University of Canterbury.
Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus
3 years$4,894/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 Bristol4,3(96)
Bristol, United Kingdom Top 1% in Worldwide Psychological Science
Studying human behaviour in the School of Psychological Science will give you the opportunity to be part of a vibrant postgraduate community and a world-class research department with more than 30 internationally recognised academic staff. University of Bristol offers the Psychological Science programme.
Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus
4 years$36,768/yr
University of York4,2(100)
York, United Kingdom Top 2.7% in Worldwide Environmental Geography
The PhD is a higher degree awarded for a thesis presenting original research that makes a publishable contribution to knowledge or understanding. This Environmental Geography programme is offered by University of York.
Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus
3 years$41,381/yr
SOAS University of London4,1(36)
London, United Kingdom Top 12.7% in Worldwide Applied Development Economics
The Applied Development Economics programme from SOAS University of London will coordinate a programme of work in heterodox (feminist) economics or political economy.
Ph. D. Full-time On-campus
3 years$31,273/yr
Lancaster University4,3(67)
Lancaster, United Kingdom Top 2.7% in Worldwide Gender Studies
The Gender Studies course from Lancaster University gives you the opportunity to develop your own research skills and expertise as part of our vibrant cross-faculty community.
Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus
3 yearsTuition not available
Curtin University4,2(65)
Perth, Australia Top 2.7% in Worldwide Doctor of Philosophy - Aboriginal Studies
Undertake meaningful research in the Doctor of Philosophy - Aboriginal Studies from Curtin University grounded in Indigenous ways of knowing, being and doing.
Ph.D. Full-time On-campus
4 yearsTuition not available
Victoria University of Wellington4,1(82)
Wellington, New Zealand Top 5.2% 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