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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
University of Maryland, Baltimore County (UMBC)4,3(12)
Baltimore Highlands, United States Top 10% 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
Vilnius Gediminas Technical University (VILNIUS TECH)4,3(71)
Vilnius, Lithuania Top 20% in Worldwide Elements of National Identity in External Communication in the Context of Digital Transformation and Globalization
The Elements of National Identity in External Communication in the Context of Digital Transformation and Globalization doctoral candidate position from VILNIUS TECH is available in Faculty of Creative Industries, Department of Entertainment Industries. Applicants interested in other research topics related to national identity in communication, are also welcome to apply.
Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus
4 years$14,142/yr
University of Bristol4,3(95)
Bristol, United Kingdom Top 1% in Worldwide English Literature
Research in the Department of English brings the core values of our discipline - textual scholarship, critical and theoretical analysis, and contextual knowledge - to the dynamic and changing field of English literary studies. University of Bristol offers the English Literature programme.
Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus +2
4 years$29,175/yr
University of Birmingham4,3(48)
Birmingham, United Kingdom Top 2% in Worldwide Geography and Environmental Sciences (Research)
The Geography and Environmental Sciences (Research) from University of Birmingham provides postgraduate research opportunities across the full spectrum of the School’s research areas, including human geography and environmental health sciences.
Ph.D. Full-time On-campus
3 years$30,480/yr
Hanken School of Economics4,5(14)
Vaasa, Finland +1Management 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
Victoria University of Wellington4,1(82)
Wellington, New Zealand Top 6% 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
Flinders University4,1(49)
Adelaide, Australia Top 6% in Worldwide Government and International Relations
Undertake a PhD in Government and International Relations at Flinders at Flinders University. Drive economic, social and political change with innovative research.
Ph.D. Full-time On-campus
4 years$26,885/yr
Corvinus University of Budapest4,0(85)
Budapest, Hungary Economics
The aim of the Economics programme from Corvinus University of Budapest is to teach students how to write papers that can be published in high-quality scientific journals. Students also learn to conduct economic analyses that assist decision-makers in formulating economic policies for the country and businesses.
Ph.D. Full-time On-campus
4 years$8,922/yr
Loughborough University4,4(62)
Loughborough, United Kingdom Top 7% in Worldwide Criminology, Sociology and Social Policy
Undertaking the Criminology, Sociology and Social Policy programme at Loughborough University will give you the opportunity to develop new and highly sought-after skills, which you can apply to a range of careers in academia, industry and beyond.
Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus
3 years$30,773/yr
Eötvös Loránd University4,2(189)
Budapest, Hungary Top 8% in Worldwide Psychology
The Psychology programme offered by Eötvös Loránd University develops advanced research and teaching expertise in psychology across diverse theoretical, clinical, and applied fields.
Ph.D. Full-time On-campus
4 years$12,268/yr
SOAS University of London4,1(33)
London, United Kingdom Top 15% in Worldwide Politics and International Studies
The Politics and International Studies programme from SOAS University of London will train students to design, research and write a successful doctoral thesis.
Ph. D. Full-time On-campus
3 years$31,160/yr
University of Pécs4,1(197)
Pécs, Hungary Top 20% in Worldwide Regional Development PhD
The Regional Development PhD program from University of Pécs is designed to help students acquire the skills and knowledge necessary for writing good quality doctoral dissertations.
Ph.D. Full-time On-campus
2 years$8,922/yr
Maynooth University4,1(52)
Maynooth, Ireland Top 15% in Worldwide Sociology
The Sociology programme from Maynooth University aims to ensure that students will make a contribution to the advancement of knowledge in sociology.
Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus
4 years$15,614/yr
University College Cork4,1(114)
Cork, Ireland Top 5% in Worldwide Social Science
The Social Science programme from University College Cork was established in 2005 and is a four-year advanced programme which provides the opportunity for experienced professionals based in public sector agencies, voluntary/community organisations, educational institutions and international non-governmental organisations.
Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus
4 years$1,561/module
Brunel University of London4,0(131)
London, United Kingdom Top 6% in Worldwide Psychology
Research in Psychology at Brunel University of London is broad in scope and includes cognitive neuroscience, neuropsychology, evolutionary psychology, cultural evolution, and cross-cultural psychology.
Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus
3 years$33,031/yr
ISEG - Lisbon School of Economics and Management4,0(27)
Lisbon, Portugal Top 10% in Worldwide Applied Mathematics for Economics and Management
This Applied Mathematics for Economics and Management course from ISEG - Lisbon School of Economics and Management prepares students to carry out research work worthy of publication in scientific journals with a peer-review system
Ph.D. Full-time On-campus
3 years$4,461/yr
Bangor University4,4(85)
Bangor, United Kingdom Top 8% in Worldwide Criminology and Criminal Justice
The School provides a stimulating and supportive environment for postgraduate training. The emphasis is on small groups, close working relationships between students and supervisors, and development towards full professional participation in the subject area. The Criminology and Criminal Justice programme is offered at Bangor University.
Ph. D. Full-time +2 On-campus
1 year$24,645/yr
SOAS University of London4,1(33)
London, United Kingdom Top 15% in Worldwide Cultural, Literary and Postcolonial Studies
The Cultural, Literary and Postcolonial Studies programme offered at SOAS University of London welcomes applications from students wishing to undertake research in the disciplines of Comparative Literature, Cultural Studies and Postcolonial Studies.
Ph. D. Full-time +2 On-campus
3 years$31,160/yr
Lancaster University4,3(66)
Lancaster, United Kingdom Top 3% in Worldwide Criminology
The Criminology course from Lancaster University in a wide range of criminological topics. For students who wish to study for a shorter period, we also offer a two-year MPhil research degree.
Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus
3 yearsTuition not available