33 PhD programmes offered by the university

Discover endless possibilities with a PhD in Nursing from the Loewenberg College of Nursing (LCON) at The University of Memphis.

The Communication programme offered by University of Memphis develops advanced expertise in message design, media influence, and professional discourse analysis.

This Biomedical Engineering, PhD from University of Memphis offers multiple pathways to undergraduate (B.S.) and graduate (M.S., Ph.D.) degrees, and our 14 faculty actively engage students in several areas of biomedical research.

The Writing, Rhetoric, and Technical Communication program offered by University of Memphis prepares students to teach and conduct research in the areas of composition, rhetoric, technical communication, and writing program administration.  

This Social and Behavioral Sciences program is offered at University of Memphis. This program is designed for master's prepared students who seek advanced training in social and behavioral science theories and methods.

This Audiology, AuD from University of Memphis is offered by the School of Communication Sciences and Disorders.

The Mathematics  program is offered by University of Memphis. Completion of the basic course requirements is leading to the successful completion of the Ph.D. 

Designed for students seeking the highest degree in the field, the Composition program offered by University of Memphis is a rigorous three-year course of study culminating in a doctoral dissertation. 

The program in Applied Linguistics is offered by University of Memphis. Past students have found positions in institutions of higher education, the US State Department and other governmental agencies, and in consulting in the multicultural workplace.

This Epidemiology and Biostatistics programme degree is offered at University of Memphis. With its emphases on translational research and emerging public health issues, the PhD program in Epidemiology and Biostatistics offers a cutting-edge, advanced training to prepare individuals for academic and research careers. The program has two concentrations, Epidemiology and Biostatistics. 

This Leadership and Policy Studies, Doctorate from University of Memphis is among the leading academic programs in the country offering opportunities to study with nationally- and internationally-renowned faculty in K-12 administration, higher education leadership, and policy analysis.

This Applied Physiology and Nutrition program at University of Memphis is an interdisciplinary, research-intensive program that provides training in basic and translational science.

The Biology program is offered by University of Memphis. We are excited that you are considering our program to further your education by acquiring a graduate degree.

This Educational Psychology and Research, PhD from University of Memphis grounds potential graduates in foundational educational and psychological theories related to human development and learning and cognition/motivation, as well as methodological skills in quantitative and qualitative research methodologies.

This Applied Biomechanics program at University of Memphis is a focused research-intensive program in which the role of body mechanics and structure on human movement applications is examined.

 The PhD Computer Science programme from University of Memphis offers students a cutting-edge, research-intensive experience.  For detailed admission and program requirements, please refer to the University's Graduate Catalog.

This Counseling Psychology, PhD from University of Memphis grounds potential graduates in foundational educational and psychological theories related to human development and learning and cognition/motivation, as well as methodological skills in quantitative and qualitative research methodologies.

The Earth Sciences program from University of Memphis provides the perfect spring board for job opportunities in education, government, earth and environmental professions, and earth science research, as well as preparing the student for graduate school. 

Designed for students seeking the highest degree in the field, the Conducting program offered by University of Memphis is a rigorous three-year course of study culminating in a doctoral dissertation.

The Music Education program is offered by University of Memphis. Train to teach from the moment you step on campus. Our well-respected music education curriculum at Rudi E. Scheidt School of Music is based on musicianship, teaching and research and is taught by the finest faculty in the field.