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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$15,901/yr
Loughborough University4,4(53)
London, United Kingdom Top 2% in Worldwide Diplomacy and International Governance
Research is at the heart of the Institute for Diplomacy and International Governance. If you are interested in addressing complex, international issues and developing your professional research skills, then the Diplomacy and International Governance programme offered at Loughborough University could be for you.
Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus
3 years$31,076/yr
Brunel University of London4,0(127)
London, United Kingdom Top 2% in Worldwide Economics (Integrated)
Find out about the exciting research we do in Economics and Finance. Browse profiles of our experts, discover the research groups and their inspirational research activities you too could be part of. The Economics (Integrated) research program is offered by Brunel University of London.
Ph.D. Full-time On-campus
4 years$33,356/yr
VILNIUS TECH4,3(61)
Vilnius, Lithuania Top 6% 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$14,625/yr
University of Leicester4,2(85)
Leicester, United Kingdom Top 2% in Worldwide Archaeology and Ancient History
Students of Archaeology and Ancient History programme of the University of Leicester complete an independent research project under the guidance of a supervisory team. The maximum period of registration permitted before thesis submission is 4 years full time / 7 years part time.
Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus +2
4 years$27,174/yr
Cardiff University4,5(161)
Cardiff, United Kingdom Top 1% in Worldwide Conservation
Based in the School of History, Archaeology and Religion from Cardiff University, you join a vibrant academic and research community, proud of our reputation for training the next generation of researchers on this Conservation programme.
Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus
3 years$35,918/yr
Victoria University of Wellington4,1(75)
Wellington, New Zealand Top 2% in Worldwide PhD in Political Science
Study politics where it happens. Combine in-depth understanding of the political process with advanced research skills and take your career to the next level. We offer a PhD in Political Science degree at the Victoria University of Wellington.
Ph.D. Full-time On-campus
3 yearsTuition not available
Newcastle University4,2(81)
Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom Top 1% in Worldwide Economics
This Economics PhD programme from Newcastle University aims to develop rigorous scholars who can advance both academic knowledge and practice in the area of economics.
Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus
3 years$32,824/yr
Eötvös Loránd University4,2(196)
Budapest, Hungary Top 3% 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$12,687/yr
University of Huddersfield4,3(51)
Huddersfield, United Kingdom Top 4% in Worldwide 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$25,156/yr
University of West London4,5(71)
London, United Kingdom Psychology
The Psychology course from University of West London spans a vast array of topics investigating the links between our mind, behaviour and our experience of the world - from women’s experiences of termination to the relationship between binge drinking and unplanned sexual behaviour, uses of virtual reality and the more traditional disciplines of cognitive and biopsychology.
Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus
4 years$21,524/yr
School of Economics and Management - University of Porto4,2(44)
Porto, Portugal Top 3% in Worldwide Economics
PhD holders in Economics from University of Porto are qualified to work in various institutions, public or private, academic or non-academic, national or international, namely: Teaching and research in Higher Education Institutions; Banks, Insurance Companies and Audit and Consulting Companies; Regulatory authorities; and Public or private companies from various sectors of activity.
Ph.D. Full-time On-campus
4 years$6,920/yr
University of Surrey4,4(65)
Guildford, United Kingdom Top 2% in Worldwide Psychology
On the Psychology PhD offered at the University of Surrey, you'll contribute to research that’s focused on the application of psychology in the real world and train in advanced and innovative research methods.
Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus
4 years$34,304/yr
Cardiff University4,5(161)
Cardiff, United Kingdom Top 1% in Worldwide European Politics and Area Studies
European Politics and Area Studies from Cardiff University, is a research area within which you can focus your studies as part of our suite of Politics and International Relations research programmes (MPhil, PhD).
Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus
3 years$28,520/yr
Dalhousie University4,0(59)
Halifax, Canada Top 2% in Worldwide French
Dalhousie University's Doctor of Philosophy in French programme offers you the opportunity to specialize in French literature, linguistics or francophone culture. A PhD degree opens the doors toward careers in universities and research centres nationally and internationally, and in information technologies and communications.
Ph.D. Full-time On-campus
5 years$3,381/yr
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
Cardiff University4,5(161)
Cardiff, United Kingdom Top 1% in Worldwide Language and Communication
The PhD in Language and Communication delivered at Cardiff University invites candidates to undertake substantial, detailed and focused research. The PhD programme empowers candidates both to produce innovative research and to develop themselves as independent and intellectually creative scholars.
Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus
3 years$35,918/yr
University of Bristol4,3(91)
Bristol, United Kingdom Top 0.5% in Worldwide Economics
The University of Bristol's School of Economics is a thriving centre for teaching and research in the major fields of economics. University of Bristol offers the Economics programme.
Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus
4 years$29,461/yr
University of York4,2(107)
York, United Kingdom Top 1% in Worldwide Women's Studies
The Women's Studies PhD programme from University of York provides an interdisciplinary environment for research and supervision in a wide range of Women's Studies issues to both full- and part-time students.
Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus
3 years$34,102/yr