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3.6k PhD programmes in Social Sciences

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The University of Lancashire4,0(36)
Online Top 15% in Worldwide

Psychotherapy Studies

Our Professional Doctorate in Psychotherapy Studies at The University of Lancashire is designed for experienced psychotherapists or health professionals who wish to contribute to research and the advancement of knowledge and practice in this field.

Doctorate Part-time Online
5 years$3,703/yr
Hertie School Berlin4,0(5)
Berlin, Germany

Berlin Graduate School for Global and Transregional Studies

The Berlin Graduate School for Global and Transregional Studies at the Hertie School Berlin is the doctoral programme of the cluster of excellence “Contestations of the Liberal Script” (SCRIPTS). PhD researchers study the manifold contestations and transformations in the economy, politics and society of contemporary liberal societies.

Ph.D. Full-time On-campus
3 yearsFree
Mid Sweden University3,6(10)
Östersund, Sweden

Psychology

The primary aim of the postgraduate education in Psychology at Mid Sweden University is to help students becoming independent and skilled researchers.

Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus
4 yearsFree
University of Sussex4,0(78)
Brighton, United Kingdom Top 3% in Worldwide

Science and Technology Policy Studies

Science and Technology Policy Studies at the University of Sussex deals with subjects from science and technology capability building in developing countries to policy and regulation in energy and high technology industries to rethinking sustainable development.

Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus
4 years$31,586/yr
Carleton University4,4(75)
Ottawa, Canada Top 8% in Worldwide

Anthropology

Our Anthropology programs at Carleton University promote the exploration of cultural practices and social conditions in diverse contexts throughout the world. 

Ph.D. Full-time On-campus
4 years$561/yr
Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam4,2(127)
Amsterdam, Netherlands Top 2% in Worldwide

Law and Governance

Law operates in a context of public administration and society where historical, political, economic, social and technological aspects play a part. The Kooijmans Institute for Law and Governance at Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam hosts research programmes relating to the central theme of Law and Governance. 

Ph.D. Full-time On-campus
4 yearsTuition not available
University of Warwick4,3(132)
Coventry, United Kingdom Top 2% in Worldwide

Politics and International Studies

The University of Warwick's Politics and International Studies department (PAIS) offers the PhD in Politics and International Studies. 

Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus
3 years$34,839/yr
Rutgers University4,2(56)
New Brunswick, United States Top 4% in Worldwide

Learning, Cognition, Instruction, and Development - Educational Psychology

The Learning, Cognition, Instruction, and Development - Educational Psychology degree from Rutgers University prepares students to conduct quantitative, empirical research to advance psychological theory as applied to education.

Ph.D. Full-time On-campus
$37,176/yr
University of Manitoba4,1(127)
Winnipeg, Canada Top 6% in Worldwide

French

Students in the French PhD program at the University of Manitoba will explore literatures and cultures from different parts of la Francophonie, from the 17th century to this day.

Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus
4 years$4,447/yr
Australian National University3,8(54)
Canberra, Australia Top 1% in Worldwide

Psychology

The Psychology program from Australian National University provides PhD candidates with a vibrant research community and outstanding program support. When selecting a research program, an institution's reputation is everything

Ph.D. Full-time On-campus
4 years$41,335/yr
Lund University4,4(106)
Lund, Sweden Top 2% in Worldwide

Sociology of Law

The Sociology of Law programme offered by Lund University develops advanced research expertise in the relationship between law, justice, and social processes.

Ph.D. Full-time On-campus
4 yearsFree
University of Toronto4,1(289)
Toronto, Canada Top 0.5% in Worldwide

Slavic Languages and Literatures

The Graduate Department of Slavic Languages and Literatures at the University of Toronto offers instruction leading to a Doctor of Philosophy degree in one of the broadest ranges of Slavic languages and literatures available in a North American university.

Ph.D. Full-time On-campus
4 years$4,398/yr
Umea University4,6(27)
Umeå, Sweden Top 6% in Worldwide

Economics

The Economics programme offered by Umea University develops advanced research expertise in economic theory, quantitative analysis, and specialised areas of economics through independent research and doctoral-level training.

Ph.D. Full-time On-campus
4 yearsFree
University of Gothenburg4,1(61)
Göteborg, Sweden Top 3% in Worldwide

Child and Youth Studies

The Child and Youth Studies programme offered by University of Gothenburg develops advanced research expertise in children's and young people's living conditions, learning, development, and socialisation.

Ph.D. Full-time On-campus
4 yearsFree
University of Bath4,4(55)
Bath, United Kingdom Top 5% in Worldwide

Policy Research and Practice

Enhance your professional capability and critical reflection on the theories, methods and practices of policymaking with this Professional Doctorate in Policy Research and Practice at the University of Bath.

Ph. D. Part-time On-campus
8 years$11,714/yr
University of Guelph4,2(61)
Guelph, Canada Top 7% in Worldwide

Sociology

As a self-motivated and talented sociology PhD scholar, you'll find a rewarding array of intellectual and professional challenges through course work, seminars, qualifying examinations, teaching and research assistantships, conference presentations and dissertation writing. We offer a Sociology degree at the University of Guelph.

Ph.D. Full-time On-campus
6 years$10,985/yr
University of Gothenburg4,1(61)
Göteborg, Sweden Top 3% in Worldwide

Psychology

The Psychology programme offered by University of Gothenburg develops advanced research expertise in human behaviour, psychological processes, and mental health.

Ph.D. Full-time On-campus
4 yearsFree
Canterbury Christ Church University4,1(24)
Canterbury, United Kingdom

Politics, International Relations, and Sociology

The Politics, International Relations, and Sociology programme offered by Canterbury Christ Church University develops expertise in governance, global affairs, and social structures.

Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus
3 years$22,850/yr
University of Ottawa4,1(90)
Ottawa, Canada Top 3% in Worldwide

Economics

The Department of Economics at the University of Ottawa offers students a PhD degree program in Economics.

Ph.D. Full-time On-campus
4 years$8,250/yr
Brock University4,3(62)
St. Catharines, Canada Top 20% in Worldwide

Child and Youth Studies

Child and Youth Studies at Brock University offers a unique transdisciplinary approach to the study of children and youth where students are encouraged to think and study across traditional disciplinary boundaries.

Ph.D. Full-time On-campus
4 years$9,524/yr

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