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19.1k PhD programmes from all around the world

Queen's University Belfast4,3(81)
Belfast, United Kingdom Top 2% in Worldwide

Politics

Politics research and education in the School at Queen's University Belfast are driven by a concern to encourage innovative and critically incisive ways of thinking about a wide range of problems we encounter as citizens and as human beings.

Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus
3 years$30,500/yr
University of Plymouth4,2(104)
Plymouth, United Kingdom Top 3% in Worldwide

Mathematics and Statistics

Conduct research at the cutting edge of the discipline, working alongside a team of specialist academic advisors within the Centre for Mathematical Sciences. with the degree in Mathematics and Statistics at the University of Plymouth.

Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus
2 years$26,183/yr
University of Nottingham4,3(124)
Nottingham, United Kingdom Top 0.5% in Worldwide

Physiotherapy

Our Physiotherapy research at University of Nottingham has a truly international outlook and wide-ranging impacts on society, the economy, health and welfare, culture, public policy and the environment.

Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus
3 years$34,906/yr
Imperial4,2(51)
London, United Kingdom Top 0.1% in Worldwide

Environmental Policy

The Department’s highly regarded PhD Environmental Policy programme at Imperial gives students the opportunity to pursue interdisciplinary research over a 3 or occasionally 4 year period.

Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus
3 years$37,820/yr
University of California, San Diego4,2(14)
San Diego, United States Top 0.5% in Worldwide

Educational Leadership

The University of California, San Diego, and California State University, San Marcos jointly offer a Doctor of Education (Ed.D.) in Educational Leadership.

Ph. D. Full-time On-campus
3 years$36,477/yr

PhD in Architecture and Design

Gain the skills and knowledge required in the architecture profession, including the ability to visualise spatial subjects in three dimensions with the Architecture and Design degree at the Victoria University of Wellington. 

Ph.D. Full-time On-campus
3 yearsTuition not available
The University of Iowa4,3(3)
Iowa City, United States Top 2% in Worldwide

Drug Discovery and Experimental Therapeutics

The Drug Discovery and Experimental Therapeutics PhD program at The University of Iowa offers a unique educational opportunity for students interested in drug discovery and the development of novel therapeutics.  

Ph.D. Full-time On-campus
4½ years$32,776/yr
University of British Columbia4,2(210)
Vancouver, Canada Top 0.5% in Worldwide

Mechanical Engineering

The thesis-based Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Mechanical Engineering from University of British Columbia is an advanced research-based degree. 

Ph.D. Full-time On-campus
4 years$7,235/yr
University of Florida4,3(102)
Gainesville, United States Top 1% in Worldwide

Special Education

The mission of the Special Education program at the University of Florida area is to promote the successful inclusion of individuals with disabilities and their families in society through excellence in the education of teachers and leaders, the generation of new knowledge, and the application of existing knowledge.

Ph.D. Full-time On-campus
4 years$31,872/yr
Columbia University4,3(91)
Manhattan, United States Top 0.1% in Worldwide

Political Science

Recent graduates of the Political Science program from Columbia University have obtained teaching positions at colleges and universities throughout the US and abroad, as well as research and staff positions in government and in organizations such as the American Enterprise Institute, the Asia Society, the Carnegie Council on Ethics and International Affairs, and the International Monetary Fund.

Ph.D. Full-time On-campus
7 years$56,840/yr
University of Houston4,3(23)
Houston, United States Top 2% in Worldwide

Professional Leadership - Special Populations

The Executive Ed. D. in Professional Leadership - Special Populations at University of Houston prepares graduates for Professional and Instructional Leadership positions in a variety of settings and provides them with the tools to meet the needs of ALL students.

Ph. D. Full-time On-campus
4 yearsTuition not available
Nazarbayev University4,2(163)
Astana, Kazakhstan Top 6% in Worldwide

Petroleum Engineering

By the completion of the Petroleum Engineering program at Nazarbayev University, students will be capable of designing and conducting independent, innovative and high-quality research related to a variety of topics in Petroleum Engineering. 

Ph.D. Full-time On-campus
4 years$23,500/yr
Colorado State University4,1(107)
Fort Collins, United States Top 2% in Worldwide

Computer Science

From traditional masters and Ph.D. programs to the nationally ranked online masters degree, you can choose from an array of avenues for research exploration. Apply now to the Computer Science program from Colorado State University.

Ph.D. Full-time On-campus
$31,556/yr
Walden University4,4(15)
Online

Education - P-20 Education (Self-Designed)

The PhD in Education - P-20 Education (Self-Designed) program from Walden University offers educators and administrators the opportunity to grow as scholars and innovators in higher education. Benefit from access to distinguished faculty members and student support services. 

Ph.D. Part-time Online
2 years$29,885/yr
University of Essex4,2(91)
Colchester, United Kingdom Top 2% in Worldwide

Theatre Studies (Playwriting)

Theatre and Drama in the Department of Literature,Theatre Studies (Playwriting) at  University of Essex is led by a vibrant group of playwrights and theatre practitioners who all work professionally in the theatre industry alongside their University teaching.

Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus
3 years$27,958/yr
The Ohio State University4,5(31)
Columbus, United States Top 2% in Worldwide

Molecular, Cellular and Developmental Biology

The Graduate Program in Molecular, Cellular and Developmental Biology (MCDB) is interdisciplinary in nature and emphasizes an integrative approach to the discipline, combining the talents of more than 100 PhD students and 130 faculty from multiple departments in seven colleges. The Molecular, Cellular and Developmental Biology programme is offered by The Ohio State University. 

Ph.D. Full-time On-campus
5 years$14,318/yr
University of British Columbia4,2(210)
Vancouver, Canada Top 0.5% in Worldwide

Applied Animal Biology

Applied Animal Biology at the University of British Columbia offers opportunities for advanced study and research leading to a Ph.D. degree in animal physiology, behaviour, welfare, and management of livestock, aquaculture, and wildlife species.

Ph.D. Full-time On-campus
6 years$7,235/yr
Cornell University4,3(43)
Ithaca, United States Top 0.1% in Worldwide

Operations Research

The Ph.D. in Operations Research program at Cornell University is rigorous academically, demanding independent investigation and achievement and characterizes original scholarly work of the highest caliber. 

Ph.D. Full-time On-campus
4 years$20,800/yr

Management Science

This Management Science course from Lancaster University is for you if do you want to use advanced technical skills to solve problems in the world of management science

Ph.D. Full-time On-campus
3 yearsTuition not available
Xi'an Jiaotong-Liverpool University4,2(18)
Suzhou, China Top 4% in Worldwide

English, Culture and Communication

The PhD in English, Culture and Communication programme from Xi'an Jiaotong-Liverpool University aims to help candidates produce academic results that contribute to the discipline and wider communities. We equip our students with theories and skills, provide academic support, and link them with industry, society and the globe.

Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus
4 years$14,555/yr