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19.7k PhD programmes from all around the world

Physics

The Physics course from Lancaster University schemes emphasise the development of transferable skills, such as critical thinking, communication skills, numeracy, literacy, team working, and computing and computational skills, which are in much demand amongst employers.

Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus
3 yearsTuition not available
University of Guelph4,2(22)
Guelph, Canada Top 2% in Worldwide

Molecular and Cellular Biology

The PHD program in Molecular and Cellular Biology at the University of Guelph is offered in five fields: 1) biochemistry; 2) cell biology; 3) microbiology; 4) molecular biology and genetics; and 5) plant biology.

Ph.D. Full-time On-campus
4 years$11,086/yr
University of California, Davis3,5(2)
Davis, United States Top 0.5% in Worldwide

Performance Studies

This rigorous, strongly interdisciplinary Performance Studies program at University of California, Davis encourages students to develop original dissertation research that explores and questions the artistic, social, and political ramifications of performance and the performative.

Ph.D. Full-time On-campus
5 years$30,691/yr
University of Pretoria4,1(60)
Pretoria, South Africa Top 2% in Worldwide

Occupational Therapy

This Occupational Therapy degree programme is offered by the Faculty of Health Sciences at the University of Pretoria.

Ph.D. Full-time On-campus
2 years$1,633/yr
University of Louisiana at Lafayette4,2(5)
Lafayette, United States Top 9% in Worldwide

Earth and Energy Sciences

The interdisciplinary PhD in Earth and Energy Sciences at the University of Louisiana at Lafayette will give you a multidisciplinary understanding of issues central to meeting the energy and environmental challenges of today and tomorrow.

Ph.D. Full-time On-campus
7 years$28,368/yr
University of South Africa (UNISA)4,3(172)
Johannesburg, South Africa Top 5% in Worldwide

Psychology

A doctoral degree in Psychology at the University of South Africa (UNISA) will require you to undertake research at the most advanced academic levels culminating in the submission, assessment and acceptance of a thesis.

Ph.D. Full-time On-campus
6 years$1,460/yr
University of Cincinnati4,0(4)
Cincinnati, United States Top 3% in Worldwide

Sociology

The Doctor of Philosophy in Sociology at the University of Cincinnati provides training in theory and research methods. The department is a vibrant intellectual space, centered in the multiple research projects of our faculty members and students.

Ph.D. Full-time On-campus
5 years$26,644/yr
The University of Toledo5,0(2)
Toledo, United States Top 4% in Worldwide

Cancer Biology

The doctoral program in Cancer Biology at The University of Toledo takes a two-pronged approach to educating the next generation of cancer researchers. 

Ph.D. Full-time On-campus
4½ years$28,306/yr

Finance

This Finance, PhD course from Carl H. Lindner College of Business at University of Cincinnati offers a rigorous doctoral programme designed to prepare students for successful careers at leading academic institutions

Ph.D. Full-time On-campus
2 yearsTuition not available
The British University in Dubai5,0(1)
Dubai, United Arab Emirates

PhD in Engineering Management

The Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Engineering Management at The British University in Dubai is a research-focused doctoral programme designed to advance original scholarship and professional innovation in engineering management.

Doctorate Full-time On-campus
3 years$18,153/yr
University of Porto4,1(43)
Porto, Portugal Top 2% in Worldwide

Civil Engineering

Civil Engineering from University of Porto awards students with a doctoral degree in civil engineering and encompasses: writing an original thesis which has to be specially written for this purpose and be adequate for students’ field of knowledge and specialized area.

Ph.D. Full-time On-campus
3 years$4,057/yr
Walden University4,4(8)
Online

Doctor of Education (Ed.D.) - Special Education

https://www.waldenu.edu/online-doctoral-programs/doctor-of-education/special-education

Ph. D. Part-time Online
2 yearsTuition not available
The University of Western Australia4,0(26)
Perth, Australia Top 0.5% in Worldwide

Doctor of Social Work

The Doctor of Social Work is a research-based and research-driven advanced course at The University of Western Australia for qualified social workers committed to their continuing professional education.

Ph. D. Full-time +2 On-campus
3 years$27,573/yr
Columbia University4,3(32)
Manhattan, United States Top 0.1% in Worldwide

Epidemiology

The DrPH in Epidemiology from Columbia University is a research degree program designed to provide clinicians and public health professionals with advanced knowledge and skills in epidemiologic research methods.

Ph. D. Full-time On-campus
7 years$56,840/yr
Stellenbosch University4,4(49)
Stellenbosch, South Africa Top 2% in Worldwide

Zoology

At the Stellenbosch University, we offer our graduate students a unique phd degree in Zoology. This research uses an integrative approach.

Ph.D. Full-time On-campus
3 years$1,414/yr

Education

This Education course from the University of West London offers an opportunity to address complex educational challenges, locally and globally, and develop innovative, evidence-based solutions. 

Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus
4 years$21,460/yr
University of Glasgow4,5(23)
Glasgow, United Kingdom Top 0.5% in Worldwide

Mathematics

The School of Mathematics & Statistics at University of Glasgow combines world-leading research expertise in pure and applied mathematics and statistics in areas such as mathematical biology, fluid dynamics, geometry and topology and environmental statistics.

Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus
3 years$44,543/yr
University at Albany3,5(2)
Albany, United States Top 3% in Worldwide

Counseling Psychology

The APA-accredited PhD Program in Counseling Psychology at the University at Albany provides integrated scientist-practitioner training in psychology as a scientific discipline and in counseling psychology as an area of professional specialization.

Ph.D. Full-time On-campus
4 years$28,318/yr
University of Ottawa4,4(39)
Ottawa, Canada Top 1% in Worldwide

Social Work

The objective of the Social Work PhD program at the University of Ottawa is to train high-calibre researchers or professionals, to provide them with tools to analyze the articulation of the dimensions of micro- and macro intervention practices in social work, and to significantly contribute to the renewal of these practices.

Ph.D. Full-time On-campus
4 years$8,326/yr
Carnegie Mellon University4,3(12)
Pittsburgh, United States Top 0.5% in Worldwide

Cognitive Neuroscience

The goal of the Cognitive Neuroscience Ph.D. Program at Carnegie Mellon University is to train cognitive neuroscientists who deeply understand and integrate cross-disciplinary research findings, perspectives, and tools for the study of mind, brain, and behavior.

Ph.D. Full-time On-campus
10 years$53,000/yr