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Media, Culture and Creative Arts
Your Media, Culture and Creative Arts research at Curtin University will use an in-depth understanding of theories and concepts to develop practical solutions for real-world problems.

Counselling Psychology
This Counselling Psychology Doctorate programme from UWE Bristol (University of the West of England) gives you a doctorate-level education and training in psychotherapy and applied psychology, leading to the award of Doctor in Counselling Psychology.

Psychology
This Psychology MPhil, PhD programme from Newcastle University specialises in many research areas of psychology. We accept both funded and self-funded students.

Investment modelling for green transition and financial value creation at the national level (Economics)
The Investment modelling for green transition and financial value creation at the national level (Economics) doctoral candidate position is available in Business management faculty, Financial engineering department at VILNIUS TECH. Applicants interested in other research topics related to Sustainability, are also welcome to apply.

Geographical Sciences (Physical Geography)
The School of Geographical Sciences is a leading international centre for research. The Geographical Sciences (Physical Geography) programme is offered by the University of Bristol.

Psychology
This Psychology research programme at the University of Brighton is at the forefront of developments in applied, critical, community, social and health psychology and emerging fields such as cyberpsychology and ecopsychology.

Psychology
Research in Psychology at Brunel University of London is broad in scope and includes cognitive neuroscience, neuropsychology, evolutionary psychology, cultural evolution, and cross-cultural psychology.

Psychotherapy
The Doctorate in Psychotherapy at Dublin City University is an advanced postgraduate psychotherapy programme aimed at senior psychotherapy practitioners who are interested in developing their psychotherapy practice, supervision and research skills and knowledge.

Communication Science
The main goal of the Communication Science programme offered at Corvinus University of Budapest is to prepare students for individual research on both theoretical and applied aspects of communication, understood in a broad sense.

Cultural Heritage
Take the next step in your academic journey by carrying out postgraduate research in Cultural Heritage with the Cultural Heritage programme at the University of Birmingham. You'll benefit from the support of the experts, who are leading researchers in the field and have practical experience working in the heritage industry.

Economics
The PhD program in Economics at Central European University (CEU) prepares you to conduct cutting-edge original research that addresses the fundamental economic questions of the 21st century.

Economics
They offer flexible modes of study designed to fit with your needs. The Economics PhDs at University of Reading are available for study on a full-time basis over three years and part-time over four to six years, starting in the autumn term of the academic year.

Applied Linguistics and Intercultural Studies
The Applied Linguistics and Intercultural Studies programme from Maynooth University offers research opportunities for students with specific interest in the field of Applied Linguistics and Intercultural Studies.

Politics
The University of Brighton welcomes applicants for a PhD in Politics, one of its major academic strengths. You will work within a thriving and supportive academic environment, with membership of one or more of our specialist centres.

French
Dalhousie University's Doctor of Philosophy in French programme offers you the opportunity to specialize in French literature, linguistics or francophone culture. A PhD degree opens the doors toward careers in universities and research centres nationally and internationally, and in information technologies and communications.

Commonwealth Studies
This Commonwealth Studies degree from School of Advanced Study, University of London offers a unique scholarly environment in which to pursue doctoral research, particularly in the areas of human rights, globalisation and development, politics, and Commonwealth history.

Psychology - Social Psychology (Online)
This Psychology - Social Psychology (Online) program from Liberty University provides rigorous research training that can help prepare you for a career in academia and social psychology research. An online Ph.D. in Psychology is ideal for students who want to bring new knowledge of human behavior to the field and find new ways to address wide-reaching social issues.

Education and Human Resource Studies - Organizational Learning, Performance, and Change
The Education and Human Resource Studies - Organizational Learning, Performance, and Change program from Colorado State University is designed to prepare you for roles and responsibilities as a research professor or a leader in a variety of industries, such as Corporate, Government, Military, Medical, Nonprofit.

Communication Arts in Global Communication (International Program)
This Communication Arts in Global Communication (International Program) degree from Bangkok University has been well received, a need to revise the curriculum arises.

Integrative Social Work - Integrative Community Studies
Advance community-based approaches to health, justice, and progress through this Integrative Social Work - Integrative Community Studies degree at Saybrook University.