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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.
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.
Psychology
The primary aim of the postgraduate education in Psychology at Mid Sweden University is to help students becoming independent and skilled researchers.
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.
Anthropology
Our Anthropology programs at Carleton University promote the exploration of cultural practices and social conditions in diverse contexts throughout the world.
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.
Politics and International Studies
The University of Warwick's Politics and International Studies department (PAIS) offers the PhD in Politics and International Studies.
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.
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.
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
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Psychology
The Psychology programme offered by University of Gothenburg develops advanced research expertise in human behaviour, psychological processes, and mental health.
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.
Economics
The Department of Economics at the University of Ottawa offers students a PhD degree program in Economics.
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.