202 PhD programmes in Sociology in Europe

The DPhil in Sociology at the University of Oxford provides academically outstanding students an unrivalled opportunity for those who would like to undertake original and independent research in preparation for an academic career and other research-intensive occupations.

The Amsterdam Institute for Social Science Research is dedicated to providing supervision and support to post-graduate students pursuing a PhD in social sciences at the University of Amsterdam. It offers this degree programme in Sociology.

Embark on a scholarly journey at the University of Camerino with the doctoral program in Legal and Social Sciences.

The PhD in Childhood and Youth Studies at the University of Sussex gives you the opportunity to develop specialist knowledge in an area of interdisciplinary interest and to hone advanced research skills.

Sociology research at University of Hull is focused on creating a positive impact on the real-life conditions and experiences of individuals and communities, at a local, national and global level.

The doctoral program in Intangible Heritage in Socio-Cultural Innovation at University of Milano - Bicocca was created in agreement with the University of Perugia and Basilicata to promote the diversity of the country system, without losing sight of local specificities. 

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.

The Doctor of Philosophy (DPhil) degree in Socio-Legal Studies at the University of Oxford entails the carrying out of a research project and writing a thesis of between 75,000 and 100,000 words. 

The Social and Behavioural Science programme offered by Heriot-Watt University develops advanced research expertise in human behaviour, psychological processes, and social phenomena through independent investigation and rigorous scholarly inquiry.

The University of Sussex is the place to be if you want to do a Gender Studies (Social Sciences) PhD that addresses social, economic, political, professional and policy debates around gender.

Gain advanced skills in social research methodology. Make an original contribution to research in your field. Learn more at the Social Research Methods programme from London School of Economics and Political Science.

The European Ph.D. in Socio-Economic and Statistical Studies is an international, interdisciplinary, graduate program which builds upon a consortium of eight partner universities, including Sapienza University of Rome.

The PhD in Wellbeing at the University of Sussex gives you the opportunity to develop specialist knowledge in an area of interest and to hone advanced research skills.

Research in Sociology at Keele University is clustered around four main areas: family, community and domestic life; consumerism, everyday life and contemporary culture; globalisation, risk and anxiety; urban spaces and cultures. 

With this program you will join the vibrant research culture in our leading Sociology department at City St George's, University of London and work closely with our expert supervisors, advancing your understanding and knowledge of sociology.

Sociology of Education at Uppsala University explores education - in the broad sense of the word - as a social phenomenon.

The Analytical Sociology programme offered by Linköping University develops advanced research expertise in explaining social phenomena through theoretical and methodological analysis.

Research carried out in the thematic, multidisciplinary Social Sciences doctoral programme from University of Lapland approaches research questions from the viewpoints of different academic disciplines.

The DPhil (doctoral) programme in Information, Communication and the Social Sciences at University of Oxford provides an opportunity for highly-qualified students to undertake innovative Internet-related research.

Address the world’s growing diversity, driven by migration and mobility, with this Migration Studies PhD programme offered at the University of Sussex.