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3.6k PhD programmes in Social Sciences
RMIT University4,1(135)
Melbourne, Australia Top 3% in Worldwide Global, Urban and Social Studies
This Global, Urban and Social Studies degree from RMIT University cultivates high-level skills in research processes, advanced communication skills, analysis and synthesis of knowledge.
Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus
3 years$23,963/yr
University of Glasgow4,3(92)
Glasgow, United Kingdom Top 2% in Worldwide Archaeology
The Archaeology programme at University of Glasgow has an active postgraduate community, carrying out research on a wide range of topics from the Mesolithic to the present day and from Northern Scandinavia to the Eastern Mediterranean.
Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus
3 years$37,313/yr
University at Buffalo4,4(40)
Fairfax, United States Top 5% in Worldwide French Language and Literature
The French Language and Literature PhD program from the University at Buffalo is one of progressive specialization that will culminate in a dissertation. Students in RLL are prepared to participate in critical discussions in the discipline and engage meaningfully with the scholarship of colleagues in neighboring disciplines.
Ph.D. Full-time On-campus
5 years$25,740/yr
The University of Iowa4,0(4)
Iowa City, United States Top 5% in Worldwide Anthropology
The Ph.D. degree in Anthropology at The University of Iowa leads to the accomplishment of professional-level skills in conducting independent research, and normally features specialized training in one or two of the discipline’s subfields. Doctoral education is guided by a Ph.D. committee composed of members of the faculty competent in the particular areas and topics chosen by a student.
Ph.D. Full-time On-campus
5 years$32,776/yr
The Chinese University of Hong Kong3,8(12)
Hong Kong, Hong Kong (SAR) Top 1% in Worldwide Chinese Studies
The Chinese Studies programme of the The Chinese University of Hong Kong welcome applicants interested in advanced research training in the interdisciplinary study of Chinese history, economy, politics and business, literature, film, religion, culture and society.
Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus
3 years$5,996/yr
Alfred Nobel Open Business School Switzerland3,8(16)
Online Doctor of Business Administration
Candidates of the Doctor of Business Administration programme of the Alfred Nobel Open Business School Switzerland aims to make a direct contribution to modern business practices.
D.B.A. Part-time Online
1 year$11,233/yr
Walden University4,4(15)
Online Education - Education Policy, Leadership, and Management
The PhD in Education - Education Policy, Leadership, and Management program from Walden University offers educators and administrators the opportunity to grow as scholars and innovators in higher education. Benefit from access to distinguished faculty members and student support services.
Ph.D. Part-time Online
3 yearsTuition not available
The New School4,1(14)
New York City, United States Economics
The PhD in Economics is designed for students who have completed the Economics MA at The New School for Social Research or a comparable master's degree from another university.
Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus
10 years$15,210/yr
Saint Mary's University4,4(25)
Halifax, Canada Industrial/Organizational Psychology
The PhD in Industrial/Organizational Psychology at Saint Mary's University emphasizes the scientific study of work through research, course work, and applied experiences. Our PhD students build expertise through independent research projects, a dissertation and active engagement in the field through departmental activities and conferences.
Ph.D. Full-time On-campus
3 years$10,422/yr
Johns Hopkins University4,5(42)
Baltimore, United States Top 0.5% in Worldwide Political Science
The Johns Hopkins University Department of Political Science is known for its strength in theory and in innovative and trans-disciplinary approaches to uncovering new knowledge, and the program of doctoral study draws on these strengths to provide rigorous training.
Ph.D. Full-time On-campus
8 years$66,670/yr
University of Kentucky3,2(5)
Lexington-Fayette, United States Top 6% in Worldwide Economics
As a student in our PhD in Economics program at University of Kentucky, you will study with faculty who are experts in their fields, work with bright and capable students, and obtain a vast amount of knowledge of your field.
Ph.D. Full-time On-campus
5 years$37,326/yr
Hamad Bin Khalifa University4,2(13)
Ar Rayyan, Qatar Top 15% in Worldwide Islamic Finance and Economy
The PhD in Islamic Finance and Economy at Hamad Bin Khalifa University is an innovative multidisciplinary program that provides students with the required analytical and research skills to understand, analyze, and interpret the workings of the rapidly expanding Islamic financial services and market sectors, and to tackle their emerging challenges and opportunities.
Ph.D. Full-time On-campus
3½ years$11,720/yr
University of Pittsburgh4,1(7)
Pittsburgh, United States Top 2% in Worldwide Organizational Behavior and Human Resource Management
Organizational Behavior and Human Resource Management at the University of Pittsburgh is grounded in research methods and strategies, with a mentorship model, that gives students an esteemed personal foundation.
Ph.D. Full-time On-campus
5 years$52,108/yr
James Madison University4,6(22)
Harrisonburg, United States Combined-Integrated Clinical and School Psychology
The Combined-Integrated Clinical and School Psychology Doctoral Program at James Madison University is fully accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools and the American Psychological Association.
Ph. D. Full-time On-campus
4 yearsTuition not available
University at Buffalo4,4(40)
Buffalo, United States Top 5% in Worldwide Spanish Language and Literature
The Spanish Language and Literature programe at the University at Buffalo, trains students to develop new knowledge about the languages, literatures and cultures of the Romance languages, as well as the cultures and diasporic communities with which they have remained in sustained contact.
Ph.D. Full-time On-campus
5 years$25,740/yr
McGill University4,4(95)
Montréal, Canada Top 1% in Worldwide Geography
The Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Geography offered by the Department of Geography in the Faculty of Science at McGill University is a research-intensive program that emphasizes interdisciplinary and comprehensive learning opportunities.
Ph.D. Full-time On-campus
4 years$13,274/yr
University at Buffalo4,4(40)
Buffalo, United States Top 5% in Worldwide Political Science
The Political Science program from the University at Buffalo is home to a dynamic faculty, devoted to studying political phenomena at all levels of interest to our graduate students, including local, state, national, and international issues.
Ph.D. Full-time On-campus
5 years$25,740/yr
McGill University4,4(95)
Montréal, Canada Top 1% in Worldwide Geography - Environment
The Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Geography - Environment offered by the Department of Geography in the Faculty of Science at McGill University is a research-intensive program that emphasizes interdisciplinary and comprehensive learning opportunities.
Ph.D. Full-time On-campus
4 years$13,274/yr
McGill University4,4(95)
Montréal, Canada Top 1% in Worldwide Political Science
The PhD in Political Science offered by the Department of Political Science in the Faculty of Arts at McGill University is a research-intensive program that emphasizes demanding and intellectually stimulating learning opportunities.
Ph.D. Full-time On-campus
4 years$13,274/yr
University of Tennessee Knoxville4,5(15)
Knoxville, United States Top 5% in Worldwide Psychology
A student with a BA or BS may apply to the Department of Psychology for admission to the doctoral program with a concentration in clinical psychology, counseling psychology, or experimental psychology. The Psychology program is offered by the University of Tennessee Knoxville.
Ph.D. Full-time On-campus
5 years$32,288/yr