58 PhD programmes offered by the university

The Economics Department at University of Hawaii at Manoa offers one of the world’s leading graduate programs, providing theoretical, empirical, and historical foundations for the study of economic policies across the globe.

Cell and Molecular Biology PhD candidates at University of Hawaii at Manoa can earn a master’s degree en route after completing a comprehensive exam. 

The study of Architecture and landscape architecture at University of Hawaii at Manoa allows students to generate physical solutions to complex environmental design problems that often have competing economic, social, and political parameters.

The Department of Mechanical Engineering at University of Hawaii at Manoa offers graduate programs leading to MS and PhD degrees in Mechanical Engineering.

Our PhD Psychology Program at University of Hawaii at Manoa offers students the opportunity to gain research experience and training in their area of interest. 

The Ph.D. in Education – Exceptionalities track from University of Hawaii at Manoa is designed to prepare professionals to work as leaders in the education and support of individuals with disabilities. 

Courses in the Tropical Plant and Soil Science program from University of Hawaii at Manoa are available in tropical flower, fruit, and vegetable crop production; turfgrass and landscape management; plant physiology, breeding, and genetics; and soil science. 

PhD students in the Department of Anthropology at University of Hawaii at Manoa design and implement individualized problem-oriented anthropological research under the guidance of our world-class faculty. 

The Department of Molecular Biosciences and Bioengineering (MBBE) at University of Hawaii at Manoa is involved in teaching, innovation and application of modern technology for agricultural and industrial development in Hawaii.

The PhD degree at University of Hawaii at Manoa with disciplinary emphasis in K-12 or Higher Education is designed to enhance organizational leadership by providing advanced study for highly qualified individuals with demonstrated professional leadership skills and capacity to conduct scholarly research in higher education. 

The PhD American Studies program at University of Hawaii at Manoa offers professional training in the interdisciplinary study of American history, culture, and society. 

The PhD in Public Health at University of Hawaii at Manoa focuses on community-based and translational research. It prepares students to lead programs, and conduct independent investigations addressing public health topics relevant to culturally diverse groups, with an emphasis on those in the state of Hawai‘i and the Asia-Pacific region. 

The Chemistry program at University of Hawaii at Manoa aims to develop scientists able to develop research projects and perform independent research with minimal supervision in a subdiscipline of chemistry and to present the research results orally and in writing to an audience of peers.

The COE (College of Education) PhD offers a track in Global and International at University of Hawaii at Manoa through the Department of Educational Foundations. 

The Department of Oceanography at University of Hawaii at Manoa is located on the University’s largest campus (about 20,000 students), overlooking Waikīkī and downtown Honolulu, the State Capitol and business and cultural center of Hawaiʻi.

The PhD Sociology program at University of Hawaii at Manoa is designed to give students systematic exposure to qualitative and quantitative theories and methods of social research. 

Welcome to the home page of the Department of Atmospheric Sciences. We are entering our second half century providing education in atmospheric sciences at the University of Hawaii at Manoa. 

The Kinesiology track at University of Hawaii at Manoa prepares students to work as leaders in a broad range of career pursuits related to the diverse fields of professional practice in the field of Kinesiology.

All applicants for advanced degree programs in History at University of Hawaii at Manoa are requested to supplement the application and transcripts required by Graduate Division with letters of recommendation (two for the M.A., three for the Ph.D.), preferably from professors with whom the applicant has worked; and a sample of written work such as a term paper, seminar paper, or M.A. thesis. 

The PhD degree in Natural Resources and Environmental Management at University of Hawaii at Manoa is awarded only to students with outstanding scholarly achievement. Applicants for the PhD program with academic records that do not match NREM MS core requirements will be expected to incorporate these into their PhD program.