67 PhD programmes offered by the university

This Biomedical Science programme from University of York provides an opportunity for outstanding graduates with an interest in biomedical science. 

The Sociology PhD programme from University of York, Department of Sociology  is ranked 1st in the UK for research quality by the 2014 Research Excellence Framework (REF2014).

The Environmental Economics and Environmental Management programme from University of York is a higher degree awarded for a thesis presenting original research that makes a publishable contribution to knowledge or understanding. 

Within the Psychology PhD programme from University of York as an internationally renowned research department we have a vibrant community of research postgraduates.

This Environmental Science PhD programme from University of York is a higher degree awarded for a thesis presenting original research that makes a publishable contribution to knowledge or understanding.

The Theatre, Film, Television and Interactive Media PhD programme from University of York department welcomes proposals on a wide variety of research topics relating to Theatre, Film, Television and Interactive Media.

The Management PhD programme from University of York offers high-quality training and a supportive collegial environment in which to pursue your passion for research.

The Medical Sciences programme from University of York gives you the opportunity to conduct a substantial independent research project which will lead to an original contribution to knowledge. 

This Environmental Geography PhD programme from University of York is a higher degree awarded for a thesis presenting original research that makes a publishable contribution to knowledge or understanding.

 Within this Physics PhD programme from University of York, you will work closely with your academic supervisor, supported by world-class researchers with wide-ranging interests, to create new insights into the physical world.

The Music Technology PhD programme from University of York enables students to study a chosen area of research with leading researchers in the Department. 

This Theatre, Film, Television and Interactive Media by Creative Practice PhD programme from University of York invites proposals in the fields of Playwriting, Acting for Theatre, Directing for Theatre, Film and Television, Sound Design and Interactive Media.

Join a prestigious research department and carry out a project in an exciting and ever-growing research area. The Translation and Interpreting programme is offered at University of York.

A PhD in Engineering allows you to delve deep into research which combines creativity, innovation and sustainability. The Engineering programme is offered at University of York.

Combine interdisciplinary expertise to explore a global challenge and gain key skills for your career in development, academia or research. The Global Development programme is offered at University of York.

Join an interdisciplinary research community with a wide range of interests that converge on the cognitive dimensions of language ability and use. The Psycholinguistics programme is offered at University of York.

Our PhDs by Practice are an innovative entry route for anyone working in the sector or with significant experience in the chosen field of practice. This is an opportunity for you to extend your professional practice and consider its intellectual and research context. The Archaeology (by Practice) programme is offered at University of York.

York School of Architecture (YSA) is a creative and interdisciplinary hub that connects excellent research, creative practice and industry, enabling designers, architects, and artists to acquire research skills for their careers and transferable skills in industry R&D.

This prestigious Biotechnology and Biological Sciences Research Council (BBSRC) funded Doctoral Landscape Award will support the next generation of researchers equipping them with the skills for careers in academia, industry, policy and civic society and developing the UK bioeconomy. The BBSRC Yorkshire Bioscience programme is offered at University of York.

The PhD in Psychology in Education is available to be studied in 3 modes: part-time, full-time, and distance learning. The Psychology in Education programme is offered at University of York.