100 PhD programmes offered by the university

Our Statistics program at University of Georgia has provided students with a broad foundation in statistical theory and applications, and research opportunities in various fields. Such training has enabled our graduates to earn jobs in government, industry, and academia.

This Science Education program at University of Georgia emphasizes broad and deep familiarity with the research literature in science education and closely related theoretical and practical fields,and the development of skills necessary to make original and important contributions to research.

At the University of Georgia we offer our graduate students a phd degree in Music. The dual title of this degree as musicology / ethnomusicology acknowledges the current academic approach to music scholarship that unites, rather than separates these fields of inquiry.

The PhD in Educational Administration and Policy from University of Georgia prepares graduates for careers in educational policy analysis or leadership within P-12 educational research, government, academia or non-profit sectors.

Delve into the field of workforce education in preparation for careers requiring research, scholarship, and policy development. At the University of Georgia, you will explore issues in Workforce Education, pursue a related minor, learn research methodology, and complete a dissertation.

We offer our graduate students a phd degree in Student Affairs Leadership at the University of Georgia. 

The PhD Social Work program at University of Georgia produces scholars who work interdisciplinarily through epistemologically diverse, research-intensive study and prepares future social work educators through instruction in sound pedagogical practice and mentored experiential learning.

This Language and Literacy Education program from University of Georgia prepares graduates to construct knowledge that leads and advances the field of language education. Students may specialize in areas including English Education; Reading Education: Children’s Literature and Language Arts P-5 or 6-12; World Language Education; and Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL).

A PhD in Animal and Dairy Science at University of Georgia can be focused on growth and developmental biology, quantitative genetics, bioinformatics, meats or muscle biology, and nutrition of animals (cattle, swine and laboratory animals).

The PhD Human Development and Family Science program at University of Georgia  integrates research and professional practice in human development and family science. Courses and practicum experiences in research, teaching, and service train students to identify, prevent, or solve problems and promote well-being.

In the Forestry and Natural Resources phd degree at University of Georgia we prepare leaders in the conservation and sustainable management of forests and other natural resources; to discover ways to restore and better use the earth’s natural resources; and to put into practice forestry and natural resources knowledge.

Facilities of the School of Ecology in Athens, and at off-campus facilities such as the Savannah River Ecology Laboratory, the Coweeta Hydrologic Laboratory, the University of Georgia Marine Institute and other sites in the state, and international sites such as Maquipunca Reserve in Ecuador and the Ecolodge San Luis in Costa Rica, provide students unusual opportunities for ecological training. 

This Plant Breeding, Genetics and Genomics program at University of Georgia ensures broad training while providing the flexibility to focus on areas of greatest interest. Faculty actively engage in training of students, the development of new crop varieties, and basic research on the genetics and molecular understanding of crop traits.

We offer a phd degree in Agricultural and Applied Economics at the University of Georgia. Rigorous curriculum and cutting-edge research programs in a wide range of economic fields. Work closely with nationally recognized, experienced faculty to break new ground in our understanding of human decision making and economic institutions.

The PhD in Business Administration - Marketing at the University of Georgia provides students with strong empirical research skills in econometrics, experimentation, and statistics and strong theory development in consumer behavior and strategy.

As the dominant terrestrial fauna, insects perform key ecosystem services but also threaten our interests as medical and agricultural pests. Graduate training in Entomology at University of Georgia prepares students for diverse science careers solving real-world problems.

This program at University of Georgia provides candidates with credentials to apply for Tier II Educational Leadership Certification. Tier II educators may serve as principals or district level leaders who supervise principals. Tier I Educational Leadership Certification is a program prerequisite.

The Engineering - Dynamic Systems and Controls program at University of Georgia draws from many disciplines to develop new approaches and effective solutions to analysis of systems and the design of control functions for them. 

We offer a Engineering - Emphasis in Electrical and Computer Engineering phd degree at University of Georgia. Coursework fulfilling the ECE Emphasis 

The Engineering - Environment and Water program at University of Georgia draws from many disciplines to develop new approaches and effective solutions to the major water and environmental challenges of our times.