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3.6k PhD programmes in Social Sciences
Sheffield Hallam University4,3(75)
Sheffield, United Kingdom Top 20% in Worldwide Regional Economic and Social Research (Part-time)
You will be part of the University's community of researchers, with the opportunity to attend and/or contribute to a range of discipline, college and University-wide presentations, training and conferences at the Regional Economic and Social Research (Part-time) degree at the Sheffield Hallam University.
Ph.D. Part-time On-campus
7 years$12,536/yr
Central European University (CEU)4,4(29)
Vienna, Austria Political Science - Comparative Politics
The PhD program in Political Science - Comparative Politics at Central European University (CEU) supports political science scholars in developing subject matter expertise and a broad set of skills critical to securing work placement in the international academic job market.
Ph.D. Full-time On-campus
4 years$16,856/yr
University of Reading4,2(27)
Reading, United Kingdom Top 4% in Worldwide Psycholinguistics
They can supervise a wide range of Psycholinguistics research topics at the University of Reading. Find a PhD opportunity that aligns with your interests and career ambitions.
Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus
3 years$32,958/yr
SOAS University of London4,0(32)
London, United Kingdom Top 15% in Worldwide International Development
Study this International Development programme from SOAS University of London to realise your potential to define and solve pressing global forces and transform the world with your research impact.
Ph. D. Full-time +2 On-campus
3 years$31,529/yr
Maynooth University4,1(51)
Maynooth, Ireland Top 15% in Worldwide Psychology
The goal of the structured Psychology programme from Maynooth University is to provide a high quality research experience with integrated taught support.
Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus
4 years$16,856/yr
University of Birmingham4,3(46)
Birmingham, United Kingdom Top 2% in Worldwide Applied Educational and Child Psychology
The Applied Educational and Child Psychology doctorate from University of Birmingham is designed to set you apart as a skilled educational psychologist. This HCPC-approved, BPS-accredited course blends research-driven learning with professional learning on placement.
Ph. D. Full-time On-campus
3 yearsFree
Lancaster University4,3(65)
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
University of Nicosia4,2(154)
Nicosia, Cyprus International Relations and European Studies
The International Relations and European Studies PhD programme from University of Nicosia aims at the creation and interpretation of knowledge which extends the forefront of the disciple of IR (in the wider reading of the discipline), through original research and critical thinking.
Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus
3 years$5,798/yr
Queen Mary University of London4,1(113)
London, United Kingdom Top 2% in Worldwide Politics and International Relations
The Department of Sociology, Politics and International Relations has a vibrant and growing PhD student community. We welcome applications in all fields of politics and international relations where we can offer expert supervision. Learn more at the Politics and International Relations programme from Queen Mary University of London.
Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus
3 years$32,015/yr
University of Leicester4,2(93)
Leicester, United Kingdom Top 4% in Worldwide Politics and International Relations
The Politics and International Relations programme of the University of Leicester students complete an independent research project under the guidance of a supervisory team.
Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus +2
4 years$24,264/yr
University of Bradford4,4(44)
Bradford, United Kingdom Top 15% in Worldwide Social Sciences
All of the Academic Divisions in the School of Social Sciences invite PhD applications at University of Bradford.
Ph.D. Full-time On-campus
3 years$39,024/yr
University of Surrey4,4(64)
Guildford, United Kingdom Top 5% in Worldwide Management and Business
This Management and Business PhD at University of Surrey has a dual-focus on subject-specific knowledge and methods training, which will give you the intellectual foundation to ask cutting-edge questions and then conduct high-quality research to address those questions under close expert supervision.
Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus
4 years$30,599/yr
Lancaster University4,3(65)
Lancaster, United Kingdom Top 3% in Worldwide English Literature
Throughout this English Literature course from Lancaster University you will develop your own scholarly, theoretical, critical, or even critical-creative, voice through one-to-one support from widely published scholars and critics.
Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus
3 years$30,491/yr
University of York4,2(99)
York, United Kingdom Top 3% in Worldwide Social Policy and Social Work
Within the Social Policy and Social Work PhD programme is offered at the University of York you will be part of a Graduate School with other doctoral students from across the globe, becoming part of a vibrant research community.
Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus
3 years$34,171/yr
University of Gloucestershire4,2(27)
Online Geography
This Geography programme from University of Gloucestershire,offers a range of postgraduate research opportunities, these include Masters by Research, PhD (via thesis submission) and PhD by Publication.
Ph.D. Full-time +2 Online
4 years$18,097/yr
School of Advanced Study, University of London5,0(1)
London, United Kingdom English Studies
This English Studies degree from School of Advanced Study, University of London presents the opportunity to gain expertise in your area of interest while also honing a range of transferable skills.
Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus +2
3 years$23,495/yr
Lancaster University4,3(65)
Online Top 3% in Worldwide Mental Health
The Mental Health course from Lancaster University meets the needs of those wishing to gain a deep and critical insight into mental health theory, research and practice and to develop or enhance research skills whilst fulfilling their existing responsibilities.
Ph.D. Part-time Online
4 years$16,391/yr
Maynooth University4,1(51)
Maynooth, Ireland Top 15% in Worldwide Geography
The Geography degree from Maynooth University is research degree, awarded on the basis of a research thesis. Thesis presentation is supported by a number of taught mandatory Graduate Education modules (GREPs).
Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus
4 years$15,732/yr
Victoria University of Wellington4,1(82)
Wellington, New Zealand Top 6% in Worldwide PhD in German
Build your fluency in the PhD in German language and deepen your understanding of German culture, society, and literature at Victoria University of Wellington.
Ph.D. Full-time On-campus
3 yearsTuition not available
University of Huddersfield4,4(43)
Huddersfield, United Kingdom Top 15% in Worldwide Social Work and Social Policy
This Social Work and Social Policy programme at the University of Huddersfield offers the opportunity to explore and address real-world challenges, supported by a strong, interdisciplinary supervisory team with extensive research and practice-based experience.
Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus
3 years$25,207/yr