202 PhD programmes in Sociology in Europe

Together with Gender Studies, Social Work and Psychology, Sociology forms part of the Department of Social and Psychological Studies at Karlstad University. Sociology also collaborates with other social science subjects in the research school affiliated with the Centre for Regional Studies.

In this Sociology programme at the University of the National Education Commission, Krakow, you will gain advanced, detailed knowledge related to this area of research.

The Service Studies programme offered by Lund University develops advanced research expertise in analysing services and their role in economic, social, cultural, and spatial processes.

Embark on a sociological exploration at SWPS University of Social Sciences and Humanities with the Sociology doctoral program.

Philip University in Marburg proudly offers an enriching doctoral program in Social Sciences and Philosophy, where academic excellence converges with a tradition of intellectual rigor. Aspiring scholars find themselves immersed in a vibrant academic community, dedicated to fostering groundbreaking research and nurturing critical thinkers.

Through the Sociology MPhil/PhD programme from The University of Exeter, you'll have the opportunity to undertake advanced postgraduate research in a friendly, interdisciplinary, collaborative, and highly productive community. 

Build your interest in Sociology and extend your knowledge in a dynamic research environment, with a strong focus on research training at Swansea University.

The Sociology programme offered by Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona develops advanced research expertise in social processes, inequalities, and societal transformation.

The College of Social Science undertakes internationally recognised research, and welcomes students from across the globe to join our academic community. The Sociology is offered by the University of Lincoln.

The Sociology and Criminology programme offered by Manchester Metropolitan University enables researchers to deepen their expertise and develop advanced research and practical skills in sociology, criminology, and related social science fields.

The Department of Social Policy and Intervention at University of Oxford offers an interdisciplinary DPhil in Social Intervention and Policy Evaluation and welcomes students from across the world.

Study for a PhD in Housing Studies at the University of Stirling and you’ll be part of a research environment with an outstanding international reputation.

Embark with SWPS University of Social Sciences and Humanities' Sociology, Political Science, and Public Administration doctoral program.

The Wellbeing of Children, Youth and Families Research Group in the School of Health, Wellbeing and Social Care from The Open University UK brings together academics and research students conducting social, sociological and critical psychological research into children's and young people's lives and policy/practice applications.

The Sociology and Social Policy and Social Work PhD from University of Brighton brings you to an established research environment rich in achievement and ambition with impactful social change at the heart of the knowledge exchange agenda.

Welcome to Sorbonne University's Interdisciplinary Doctor of Philosophy program. Immerse yourself in a transformative academic journey at one of the world's renowned institutions for higher learning. Sorbonne University invites you to explore the boundless possibilities of research and innovation through our interdisciplinary doctoral program.

Conduct pioneering sociological research in a globally renowned department. Learn more at the Sociology programme from London School of Economics and Political Science.

The Sociology programme at University of Essex develops sociological research skills through integrated training and global thematic expertise across key social issues.

The Sociology programme from Bahçeşehir University (BAU) examines social behavior, institutions, and structures from a scientific perspective.

The Migration Studies course at Institute of Social Sciences of the University of Lisbon opens up a wide range of possibilities for action in the most varied domains of the social sciences.