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3.6k PhD programmes in Social Sciences

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Anglia Ruskin University4,1(98)
Cambridge, United Kingdom Top 15% in Worldwide

Music Therapy

The Music Therapy programme offered by Anglia Ruskin University explores the therapeutic use of music to support adults, older people, young people, and children, advancing understanding of clinical outcomes, therapeutic processes, and wellbeing.

Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus
2 years$23,556/yr
Tufts University4,1(72)
Medford, United States Top 4% in Worldwide

International Relations

The Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) program in International Relations at Tufts University trains scholars to conduct cutting-edge, interdisciplinary research across key areas of international affairs and political science.

Ph.D. Full-time On-campus
5 years$59,372/yr
University of Göttingen4,2(24)
Göttingen, Germany Top 3% in Worldwide

Behavior and Cognition

The focus of this PhD Degree in Behavior and Cognition from University of Göttingen is on the foundations and the evolution of nonhuman and human primate behavior. Research projects are undertaken in the fields of psychology, anthropology and evolutionary biology, with an emphasis on comparative approaches. 

Ph.D. Full-time On-campus
3 yearsFree
University of Lincoln4,2(47)
Lincoln, United Kingdom Top 15% in Worldwide

Criminology

This Criminology course at University of Lincoln draws on a range of perspectives relating to crime looking at sociology, psychology, and law, and as such provides new opportunities for scholarship and advanced research.

Ph. D. Full-time +2 On-campus
4 years$25,979/yr
University of California, Berkeley4,3(102)
Berkeley, United States Top 0.1% in Worldwide

Classical Archaeology

The Graduate Program in Classical Archaeology (henceforth, the Program) in the Department of Ancient Greek & Roman Studies (henceforth, the Department) at the University of California, Berkeley (henceforth, UC Berkeley) offers both the MA and the PhD degree.

Ph.D. Full-time On-campus
7 years$13,140/yr
Boston College4,2(16)
Newton, United States Top 7% in Worldwide

Organization Studies

Designed to prepare students for academic careers, the Ph.D. Program in Organization Studies at Boston College is recognized worldwide for its rigorous curriculum and exceptional faculty who are leaders in their fields.

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

Psychology

Psychology from University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) is designed to prepare psychologists to function effectively as researchers, college and university instructors, and professional research psychologists.

Ph.D. Full-time On-campus
6 years$36,297/yr
Johns Hopkins University4,5(42)
Baltimore, United States Top 0.5% in Worldwide

Economics

The rigorous PhD Economics program at Johns Hopkins University is among the best in the nation. With its world-class faculty, individualized attention, and small classes, the doctoral program is the centerpiece of the Department of Economics. From financial analysis to applied research, students are well-prepared to be leaders in the field.

Ph.D. Full-time On-campus
5 years, 2 months$66,670/yr
The University of Manchester3,9(90)
Manchester, United Kingdom Top 1% in Worldwide

Archaeology

Our PhD Archaeology programme at The University of Manchester will see you undertake substantial original research leading to a thesis that constitutes a genuine contribution to archaeological knowledge.

Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus
3 years$30,287/yr
The University of Manchester3,9(90)
Manchester, United Kingdom Top 1% in Worldwide

French Studies

Our PhD French Studies programme at The University of Manchester will enable you to carry out a significant piece of in-depth research in an area of interest.

Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus
3 years$30,287/yr
University of Bern4,5(6)
Bern, Switzerland Top 2% in Worldwide

Archaeology

Are you interested in doing some independent research work and would like to start a Archaeology doctorate at the University of Bern?

Ph.D. Full-time On-campus
3 years$491/yr
University of Bern4,5(6)
Bern, Switzerland Top 2% in Worldwide

Geography

Are you interested in doing some independent research work and would like to start a Geography doctorate at the University of Bern? 

Ph.D. Full-time On-campus
3 years$491/yr
Bilkent University4,2(239)
Taipei, Taiwan (China) Top 10% in Worldwide

Political Science

The Political Science programme from Bilkent University is designed to provide Ph.D. candidates with theoretical background, analytical abilities, and empirical research skills in accordance with international academic standards in four major fields (Turkish Politics, Comparative Politics, Political Theory, Social Theory and Cultural Studies). 

Ph.D. Full-time On-campus
5 years$17,600/yr
Bilkent University4,2(239)
Ankara, Turkey Top 10% in Worldwide

Economics

Admission to the doctoral Economics program at Bilkent University is by written application and an evaluation by the department. 

Ph.D. Full-time On-campus
4 years$17,600/yr
Sabanci University4,3(73)
Istanbul, Turkey Top 10% in Worldwide

Economics

The Economics programme from Sabanci University are built on a core foundation in a design that facilitates mobility between the two programs. In their common core, these programs equip the student with a solid background in economic theory and application techniques.

Ph.D. Full-time On-campus
4 yearsTuition not available
The University of Texas at San Antonio4,4(14)
Helotes, United States Top 10% in Worldwide

Anthropology

The University of Texas at San Antonio’s Ph.D. program in Anthropology offers advanced training in integrating theory and research in order to better understand and solve the environmental challenges facing humanity in the 21st century.

Ph.D. Full-time On-campus
8 years$28,134/yr
King's College London4,2(113)
London, United Kingdom Top 0.5% in Worldwide

Addictions Research

The Addictions Research programme offered by King's College London investigates substance use disorders, addictive behaviours, and evidence-based approaches to prevention and treatment.

Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus
3 years$46,709/yr
Queen's University Belfast4,2(80)
Belfast, United Kingdom Top 4% in Worldwide

Economics

The Economics programme offered by Queen's University Belfast focuses on economic theory, applied economics, and econometrics. Research strengths span areas including game theory, economic history, labour economics, regional economics, economic growth, panel data, and financial econometrics.

Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus
3 years$31,767/yr
King's College London4,2(113)
London, United Kingdom Top 0.5% in Worldwide

Health Service and Population Research

The Health Service and Population Research programme offered by King's College London examines mental healthcare systems, community wellbeing, and population-level factors that influence access, outcomes, and equity.

Ph.D. Full-time On-campus
3 years$46,709/yr
University of Bern4,5(6)
Bern, Switzerland Top 2% in Worldwide

Social Anthropology

Are you interested in doing some independent research work and would like to start a Social Anthropology doctorate at the University of Bern?

Ph.D. Full-time On-campus
3 years$491/yr

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