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3.6k PhD programmes in Social Sciences
University of Surrey4,4(64)
Guildford, United Kingdom Top 5% in Worldwide Economics
During your Economics PhD programme at University of Surrey, you’ll be guided by leading research-active academics with expertise in various fields, including macroeconomics, microeconomic theory, econometrics and applied Microeconomics.
Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus
4 years$38,148/yr
Lancaster University4,3(65)
Lancaster, United Kingdom Top 3% in Worldwide Social and Behavioural Sciences in Medicine
This Social and Behavioural Sciences in Medicine course from Lancaster University provides research training in core concepts and theories in the social and behavioural disciplines within medicine and healthcare.
Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus
3 years$37,757/yr
University of Birmingham4,3(46)
Birmingham, United Kingdom Top 2% in Worldwide Forensic Psychology Practice
Begin your career by embarking on the Forensic Psychology Practice degree delivered by the University of Birmingham, the first of its kind in the UK. Broaden your understanding and gain skills and practical experience whilst diving into significant research projects of real world relevance.
Ph. D. Full-time +2 On-campus
3 years$33,726/yr
University of Leicester4,2(93)
Leicester, United Kingdom Top 4% in Worldwide Sociology
The students in Sociology programme of the University of Leicester 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
Loughborough University4,4(62)
Loughborough, United Kingdom Top 7% in Worldwide Business and Economics
Make a novel contribution to knowledge, position yourself as an expert in your field, and open a range of doors with future employers – by embarking on a PhD at Loughborough Business School. Learn more at the Business and Economics from the Loughborough University.
Ph. D. Full-time +2 On-campus
3 years$31,138/yr
Victoria University of Wellington4,1(82)
Wellington, New Zealand Top 6% in Worldwide PhD in Psychology
Build on the knowledge and skills you gained in your Bachelor's degree and improve your career prospects with advanced study in the PhD in Psychology from 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 English
A Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) is the highest academic award for which a student can be registered. This English programme at the University of Huddersfield allows you to explore and pursue a research project built around a substantial piece of work, which has to show evidence of original contribution to knowledge.
Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus
3 years$25,207/yr
Victoria University of Wellington4,1(82)
Wellington, New Zealand Top 6% in Worldwide PhD in Geophysics
Taught by the School of Geography, Environment and Earth Sciences, PhD in Geophysics at Victoria University of Wellington is ranked among the top 150 in the world in the 2022 QS World Rankings by Subject.
Ph.D. Full-time On-campus
3 yearsTuition not available
Victoria University of Wellington4,1(82)
Wellington, New Zealand Top 6% in Worldwide PhD in Pacific Studies
Build a more profound understanding of the Pacific’s past influences and future possibilities with this PhD in Pacific Studies degree 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 Psychology
This Psychology programme at the University of Huddersfield is centred in the Brain, Behaviour and Cognition (BBC) research group, which brings together work spanning health and wellbeing, cognitive science and neuroscience, and forensic and investigative psychology in an interdisciplinary community exploring how people think, feel, learn and act.
Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus
3 years$25,207/yr
Bangor University4,4(85)
Bangor, United Kingdom Top 8% in Worldwide Psychology
The School of Psychology offers modern undergraduate degree programmes that are fully BPS accredited and a suite of Masters programmes which reflect the School's research specialisms. The Psychology programme is offered at Bangor University.
Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus
3 years$28,308/yr
Victoria University of Wellington4,1(82)
Wellington, New Zealand Top 6% in Worldwide PhD in Political Science
Study politics where it happens. Combine in-depth understanding of the political process with advanced research skills and take your career to the next level. We offer a PhD in Political Science degree at the Victoria University of Wellington.
Ph.D. Full-time On-campus
3 yearsTuition not available
University of Birmingham4,3(46)
Birmingham, United Kingdom Top 2% in Worldwide Geography and Environmental Sciences (Research - Lab-Based)
The Geography and Environmental Sciences (Research - Lab-Based) course at University of Birmingham offers postgraduate research opportunities across the full range of the School’s research areas. Funding for these projects is sourced from national research councils, industry, and other partners.
Ph.D. Full-time On-campus
3 years$39,509/yr
Victoria University of Wellington4,1(82)
Wellington, New Zealand Top 6% in Worldwide PhD in Humanities and Social Science
The PhD in Humanities and Social Science program from Victoria University of Wellington involves original and sustained research, mentored by an academic supervisor. It’s an opportunity to make new discoveries, address some of the big issues of our time, challenge yourself, and develop a mix of transferable and specialised skills.
Ph. D. Full-time On-campus
3 yearsTuition not available
University of York4,2(99)
York, United Kingdom Top 3% in Worldwide Psychology
Within the Psychology PhD programme from University of York as an internationally renowned research department we have a vibrant community of research postgraduates.
Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus
3 years$41,720/yr
Central European University (CEU)4,4(29)
Vienna, Austria Political Science - Comparative and International Political Economy
The PhD Political Science - Comparative and International Political Economy 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
Victoria University of Wellington4,1(82)
Wellington, New Zealand Top 6% in Worldwide PhD in Asian Studies
Take advantage of the wide range of cultures and disciplines you can pursue in postgraduate PhD in Asian Studies at Victoria University of Wellington and dig deeper into the area that most interests you.
Ph.D. Full-time On-campus
3 yearsTuition not available
Eastern Mediterranean University4,0(133)
Famagusta, Northern Cyprus Top 15% in Worldwide General Psychology
The General Psychology course at Eastern Mediterranean University focuses on Social, Cognitive and Developmental Psychology, and its primary aim is to bring academics with high education and research quality to the field.
Ph.D. Full-time On-campus
3½ years$550/module
University of Canterbury3,8(23)
Christchurch, New Zealand Top 6% in Worldwide Industrial and Organisational Psychology
The Industrial and Organisational Psychology degree at University of Canterbury applies psychological theories and principles to understand individual attitudes and behaviours in the workplace, and how these attitudes, behaviours, and performance can be improved through hiring practices, training programs, leadership, and management systems.
Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus
3 years$4,818/yr
University of Reading4,2(27)
Reading, United Kingdom Top 4% in Worldwide Spanish and Latin American Studies
On Spanish and Latin American Studies programmes at University of Reading, they offer expert supervision in a wide range of areas.
Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus
3 years$29,319/yr