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3.6k PhD programmes in Social Sciences
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$14,249/yr
University of Brighton4,2(55)
Brighton, United Kingdom Top 15% in Worldwide Criminology
At the Criminology research programme at the University of Brighton you will enter an academic community that addresses challenges within the criminal justice system and beyond, considering social, health, psychological, spatial, and environmental injustice, seeking to transform policy and practice on global and more local scales.
Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus
3 years$22,889/yr
Cardiff University4,6(159)
Cardiff, United Kingdom Top 3% 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$35,991/yr
Central European University (CEU)4,4(29)
Vienna, Austria Sociology and Social Anthropology
The doctoral program in Sociology and Social Anthropology at Central European University (CEU) blends sociology and anthropology disciplines to create an integrated approach to the study of human society.
Ph.D. Full-time On-campus
4 years$16,856/yr
University of Birmingham4,3(46)
Birmingham, United Kingdom Top 2% in Worldwide Social Anthropology
Research social and cultural complexities around the world. Delve into areas of study that interest you, from religion and belief to inequality and marginalisation, activism and social transformation, gender and sexuality, or contemporary popular culture with the Social Anthropology degree at the University of Birmingham.
Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus +2
3 years$31,529/yr
University of York4,2(99)
York, United Kingdom Top 3% in Worldwide Human Geography and Environment
The PhD is a higher degree awarded for a thesis presenting original research that makes a publishable contribution to knowledge or understanding. This Human Geography and Environment programme is offered by University of York.
Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus
3 years$34,171/yr
University of Brighton4,2(55)
Brighton, United Kingdom Top 15% in Worldwide Philosophy, Politics and Ethics
The University of Brighton welcomes PhD research in Philosophy, Politics and Ethics through its specialist research Centre for Applied Philosophy, Politics and Ethics (CAPPE).
Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus
3 years$22,889/yr
Dalhousie University4,1(58)
Halifax, Canada Top 5% in Worldwide 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$3,404/yr
University of Birmingham4,3(46)
Birmingham, United Kingdom Top 2% in Worldwide German Studies
Do you want to be part of a stimulating research environment? Join the German Studies course at University of Birmingham.
Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus +2
3 years$31,529/yr
Brunel University of London4,0(131)
London, United Kingdom Top 6% in Worldwide Economics and Finance
Our Economics and Finance research at Brunel University of London is broadly focused in our five research groups: Economic Development and Institutions, Empirical Finance, Accountancy and Corporate Governance, Macroeconomics and Banking.
Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus
3 years$33,423/yr
Bangor University4,4(85)
Bangor, United Kingdom Top 8% in Worldwide Hispanic Studies
The School of Modern Languages offers the possibility to do a PhD/MPhil in Hispanic, Catalan or Galician Studies. The Hispanic Studies programme is offered at Bangor University.
Ph. D. Full-time +2 On-campus
2 years$26,286/yr
University of Bristol4,3(95)
Bristol, United Kingdom Top 1% in Worldwide East Asian Studies
The East Asian Studies degree from the University of Bristol will conduct advanced research on East Asia in an innovative interdisciplinary school. Study with internationally renowned sociology, politics and international relations scholars in a dynamic and supportive research environment.
Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus
4 years$29,521/yr
University of Birmingham4,3(46)
Birmingham, United Kingdom Top 2% in Worldwide International Development
Pursue the International Development degree at the University of Birmingham, conduct impactful research, and develop skills under the guidance of academic supervisors within an active research environment focused on real-world impact.
Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus +2
3 years$30,842/yr
University of Reading4,2(27)
Reading, United Kingdom Top 4% in Worldwide Archaeology
Work with world-leading archaeologists at the University of Reading in the Archaeology programme to pursue your own research career.
Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus
3 years$29,319/yr
Lancaster University4,3(65)
Lancaster, United Kingdom Top 3% in Worldwide Economics
This Economics course from Lancaster University aims to prepare you for a successful research-driven career in academia, government, research organisations, or business.
Ph.D. Full-time On-campus
4 years$30,073/yr
Newcastle University4,2(79)
Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom Top 3% in Worldwide Geography
Through the Geography PhD programme from Newcastle University we offer supervision across a wide range of human and physical geography topics.
Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus
3 years$34,508/yr
University of Canterbury3,8(23)
Christchurch, New Zealand Top 6% in Worldwide Political Science and International Relations
Investigate politics, communities and how we make decisions collectively as governments with the Political Science and International Relations programme at University of Canterbury.
Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus
3 years$4,818/yr
Cardiff University4,6(159)
Cardiff, United Kingdom Top 3% in Worldwide Welsh
The Welsh Programme offered at Cardiff University, aims to offer knowledge and expertise for a career in language planning, media, government, teaching, management and research.
Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus
3 years$35,991/yr
Lancaster University4,3(65)
Online Top 3% in Worldwide Education and Social Justice (by thesis and coursework)
This Education and Social Justice (by thesis and coursework) course from Lancaster University is designed for professionals who are engaged in the promotion of social justice in or through education.
Ph.D. Part-time Online
4 yearsTuition not available
University of Brighton4,2(55)
Brighton, United Kingdom Top 15% in Worldwide Film, Screen and Popular Culture
The PhD in Film, Screen and Popular Culture from University of Brighton has a research culture in film and screen studies that has fostered national archives and given critical insight across practice, theory and history.
Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus
3 years$22,889/yr