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3.6k PhD programmes in Social Sciences

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Singapore University of Technology and Design3,8(17)
Singapore, Singapore Top 15% in Worldwide

SUTD-NUS Joint Programme

The SUTD-NUS Joint Programme at the Singapore University of Technology and Design imparts the best of both world-class institutions by combining SUTD’s innovative and flexible curriculum and NUS’s established graduate programmes and research track record.

Ph.D. Full-time On-campus
4 years$25,550/yr
The University of Arizona4,2(48)
Tucson, United States Top 3% in Worldwide

Economics

The Economics program at The University of Arizona prepares students for positions in universities, in the private sector, and in government and non-profit organizations. Students work closely with faculty, and most students receive financial support for their entire residency in the department. 

Ph.D. Full-time On-campus
5 years$23,400/yr
University of Kent4,0(58)
Canterbury, United Kingdom Top 6% in Worldwide

Political and Social Thought

The School of Politics and International Relations has a long tradition of high-quality research among its staff and students. Our vibrant research culture attracts students from all over the world who conduct research at the forefront of our discipline. Learn more with the Political and Social Thought degree offered by University of Kent.

Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus
3 years$29,298/yr
The University of Arizona4,2(48)
Tucson, United States Top 3% in Worldwide

Communication

The Communication program from The University of Arizona is grounded in theory and research concerning human communication and provides excellent preparation for careers in academia.  

Ph.D. Full-time On-campus
5 years$23,400/yr
The University of Exeter4,3(102)
Exeter, United Kingdom Top 3% in Worldwide

Anthropology

As a postgraduate student in the Anthropology programme from The University of Exeter, you will be able to pursue your work within a friendly and informal atmosphere.

Ph. D. Full-time +2 On-campus
4 years$32,635/yr
University of Waterloo4,1(95)
Waterloo, Canada Top 3% in Worldwide

Economics - Applied Economics - Water

The Economics - Applied Economics - Water programme offered by University of Waterloo develops advanced expertise in economic modelling, resource policy, and water-related decision-making.

Ph.D. Full-time On-campus
4 years$10,425/yr
University of California, San Diego4,3(16)
San Diego, United States Top 0.5% in Worldwide

Rady School of Management

The Rady School of Management program at the University of California, San Diego is committed to training intellectual and innovative scholars who will contribute to the advancement of management education and knowledge in the 21st century.

Ph.D. Full-time On-campus
5 years$36,477/yr
Cornell University4,2(42)
Ithaca, United States Top 0.5% in Worldwide

Sociology

The Graduate Field in Sociology at Cornell University enrolls about 6-7 doctoral students each year, with about 40 graduate students in the program at any given time.

Ph.D. Full-time On-campus
7 years$20,800/yr
University of Victoria4,2(25)
Victoria, Canada Top 5% in Worldwide

Anthropology

Our Anthropology PhD program at University of Victoria will provide you with a research-intensive experience alongside close academic mentorship.   

Ph.D. Full-time On-campus
4 years$3,948/yr
University of Utah4,6(12)
Salt Lake City, United States Top 4% in Worldwide

Human Development and Social Policy

The Human Development and Social Policy program at University of Utah involves intensive research on important polices and issues in the family, community and social life.

Ph.D. Full-time On-campus
3 yearsTuition not available
Mississippi State University4,3(9)
Starkville, United States Top 15% in Worldwide

History - European History

The History - European History PhD degree from Mississippi State University offers a primary emphasis in either United States or European History. A student may choose a minor field of study outside the History Department with concurrence of their advisor.

Ph.D. Full-time On-campus
$27,637/yr
University of Utah4,6(12)
Salt Lake City, United States Top 4% in Worldwide

Critical Cultural Studies

The Critical Cultural Studies program at University of Utah provides rigorous theoretical and methodological training across the spectrum of communication studies.

Ph.D. Full-time On-campus
3 yearsTuition not available
University of California, Berkeley4,3(102)
Berkeley, United States Top 0.1% in Worldwide

East Asian Languages and Cultures

The Department of East Asian Languages and Cultures at University of California, Berkeley offers a PhD program in Chinese Language. The department only admits students into the PhD program.

Ph.D. Full-time On-campus
5 years$13,140/yr
University of Georgia4,1(51)
Athens, United States Top 6% in Worldwide

Communication Studies

The Department of Communication Studies (formerly Speech Communication) at University of Georgia offers programs leading to the MA and PhD degrees. 

Ph.D. Full-time On-campus
4 yearsTuition not available
University of British Columbia4,2(194)
Vancouver, Canada Top 1% in Worldwide

Sociology

University of British Columbia has granted Master of Arts and Doctor of Philosophy degrees in Sociology since 1970, although the first sociology course was taught at the university as long ago as 1921.

Ph.D. Full-time On-campus
6 years$6,965/yr
University of Georgia4,1(51)
Athens, United States Top 6% in Worldwide

Psychology

The Department of Psychology at University of Georgia is a nationally recognized department with award-winning professors. Graduate work leading to the PhD degree is offered in behavioral and brain sciences; clinical psychology; and industrial–organizational psychology.

Ph.D. Full-time On-campus
8 yearsTuition not available
University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA)4,2(80)
Beverly Hills, United States Top 0.5% in Worldwide

Communication

The Department of Communication at the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) offers Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D) degree in Communication.

Ph.D. Full-time On-campus
5 years$36,297/yr
Binghamton University4,1(55)
Binghamton, United States Top 15% in Worldwide

Political Science

The primary goal of the Political Science PhD program at Binghamton University is to educate scholars who plan to continue their professional and scholarly development by contributing to the field of political science through teaching and research.

Ph.D. Full-time On-campus
5 years$24,500/yr
University at Albany4,3(8)
Albany, United States Top 8% in Worldwide

Cognitive Psychology

Explore how the mind works in subfields like language processing, emotion, memory, word recognition, visual cognition, perception, online communication and attention. This Cognitive Psychology program is offered at the University at Albany.

Ph.D. Full-time On-campus
8 years$28,318/yr
Stanford University4,2(48)
Stanford, United States Top 0.1% in Worldwide

Organizational Behavior

In the field of Organizational Behavior at Stanford University we research fundamental questions about the behavior of individuals, groups and organizations, from both psychological and sociological perspectives.

Ph.D. Full-time On-campus
4 years$57,170/yr

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