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3.6k PhD programmes in Social Sciences

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University of Oklahoma4,5(32)
Norman, United States Top 10% in Worldwide

Science of Psychology, Data, and Research in Education

The University of Oklahoma has a rich legacy of providing an exceptional experience to Science of Psychology, Data, and Research in Education students.

Ph.D. Full-time On-campus
3 years$11,128/yr
Tufts University4,1(72)
Medford, United States Top 4% in Worldwide

Economics and Public Policy

Offered jointly by Tufts University Department of Economics and The Fletcher School, the Neubauer Family Economics and Public Policy program draws upon the expertise of well-established scholars whose work centers on development, energy, and environmental issues, political economy and, in particular, on the intersection of these concerns.

Ph.D. Full-time On-campus
5 years$10,148/yr
University of Cambridge4,4(55)
Cambridge, United Kingdom Top 0.1% in Worldwide

Asian and Middle Eastern Studies

This Asian and Middle Eastern Studies course from the University of Cambridge is offered at the Faculty of Asian and Middle Eastern Studies to those students who wish to study Chinese Studies, East Asian Studies, Hebrew Studies, Korean Studies, Japanese Studies, Middle Eastern and Islamic Studies (Arabic or Persian), and Sanskrit and South Asian Studies.

Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus
3 years$56,829/yr
The University of Manchester3,9(90)
Manchester, United Kingdom Top 1% in Worldwide

Bioarchaeology

The Department of Earth and Environmental Sciences at The University of Manchester offers this PhD degree in Bioarchaeology.

Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus
3 years$39,937/yr
UCL4,1(113)
London, United Kingdom Top 0.5% in Worldwide

Psychology and Human Development

The Psychology and Human Development programme at University College London (UCL) is a research degree for experienced professionals from education and related fields who would like to extend their professional understanding and develop skills in research, evaluation and high-level reflection on practice. 

Ph. D. Part-time On-campus
4 years$20,904/yr
Florida International University (FIU)4,3(84)
Miami, United States Top 7% in Worldwide

International Relations

The Ph.D. program in International Relations at Florida International University is designed to prepare students for careers as scholars and teachers.

Ph.D. Full-time On-campus
9 years$18,030/yr
University of California, San Diego4,3(16)
San Diego, United States Top 0.5% in Worldwide

Anthropology

The Anthropology program at the University of California, San Diego is designed to provide the theoretical background and the methodological skills necessary for a career in professional research and teaching anthropology at the university level, and for the application of anthropological knowledge to contemporary problems.

Ph.D. Full-time On-campus
6 years$36,477/yr
University of Georgia4,1(51)
Athens, United States Top 6% in Worldwide

Political Science and International Affairs

At the University of Georgia, the PhD in Political Science and International Affairs offers world-renowned faculty and cutting-edge research tools and methodologies for students interested in international relations, comparative politics, American politics, or political theory.

Ph.D. Full-time On-campus
3 yearsTuition not available
University of Victoria4,2(25)
Victoria, Canada Top 5% in Worldwide

Psychology

The Psychology PhD program at University of Victoria is research-intensive and focuses on the creation of a dissertation.

Ph.D. Full-time On-campus
4 years$3,969/yr
Brown University4,6(16)
Providence, United States Top 2% in Worldwide

Behavioral and Social Health Sciences

The signatures of Behavioral and Social Health Sciences training at Brown University include health behavior interventions, development, and evaluation. Our students collaborate across disciplines, researchers, and communities.

Ph.D. Full-time On-campus
5 years$71,700/yr
University Kebangsaan Malaysia4,3(31)
Kampung Baru Subang, Malaysia Top 6% in Worldwide

Malaysian and International Studies

The postgraduate Malaysian and International Studies program at University Kebangsaan Malaysia emphasizes research within the social sciences with focus on various disciplines especially economics, sociology, political science, law and culture. 

Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus
3 years$3,545/yr
Yasar University4,3(127)
Izmir, Turkey

Economics

The Economics programme offered by Yasar University develops advanced knowledge in economic theory and global macroeconomic analysis for research-oriented careers.

Ph.D. Full-time On-campus
4 years$4,000/yr
University of Toronto4,1(290)
Toronto, Canada Top 0.5% in Worldwide

Child Study and Education

The EdD in Child Study and Education at the University of Toronto is a cohort based program designed for professionals working in education or related fields looking to enrich their practice and advance their careers. 

Ph. D. Full-time On-campus
4 years$4,400/yr
Queen's University4,2(35)
Kingston, Canada Top 4% in Worldwide

Sociology

The Sociology PhD program from Queen's University is a collegial, well-resourced and highly successful program.

Ph.D. Full-time On-campus
4 years$4,090/yr
Johns Hopkins University4,5(42)
Baltimore, United States Top 0.5% in Worldwide

Anthropology

At the Johns Hopkins University, we offer our graduate students a phd degree in Anthropology. Students will usually spend three years in residence, one year or more conducting field research, and a final year completing the dissertation. 

Ph.D. Full-time On-campus
5 years$66,670/yr
University of Ottawa4,1(90)
Ottawa, Canada Top 3% in Worldwide

Anthropology

In a rapidly evolving social and environmental context, Anthropology brings new critical perspectives to the problems and challenges of the contemporary world by highlighting the links between local problems and global issues. This program is offered at the University of Ottawa.

Ph.D. Full-time On-campus
4 years$8,255/yr
University of Groningen4,4(109)
Groningen, Netherlands Top 2% in Worldwide

Behavioural and Cognitive Neurosciences

The Research School of Behavioural and Cognitive Neurosciences (BCN) is a multi-disciplinary research school within the University of Groningen. 

Ph.D. Full-time On-campus
4 yearsTuition not available
The Open University UK4,2(159)
Milton Keynes, United Kingdom Top 15% in Worldwide

Economics of Health, Social Policy and Wellbeing

Now more than ever, economics is grappling with the meanings of progress and what the economy and policy are aiming for. This Economics of Health, Social Policy and Wellbeing research group offers a PhD programme at The Open University UK.

Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus
3 years$16,970/yr
University of Sussex4,0(79)
Brighton, United Kingdom Top 3% in Worldwide

Politics

You’ll work with expert faculty at the cutting-edge of politics, covering Britain, Europe and international issues. This Politics programme is offered at the University of Sussex.

Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus
4 years$31,389/yr
The Open University UK4,2(159)
Milton Keynes, United Kingdom Top 15% in Worldwide

Applied and Forensic Cognition

The Applied and Forensic Cognition Research Group at The Open University UK is a vibrant team of psychological researchers interested in all aspects of forensic and cognitive psychology addressing applied issues in collaboration with practitioners from a range of backgrounds.

Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus
3 years$16,970/yr

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