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Nazarbayev University

Astana, Kazakhstan Top 6% in Worldwide

Eurasian Studies

The Eurasian Studies program at Nazarbayev University is designed to train versatile and internationally competitive scholars by combining a core curriculum of key concepts in the humanities and social sciences, with practical training in necessary writing and research techniques, as well as rigorous subject-specific training across at least two disciplines

Ph.D. Full-time On-campus

4 years$23,500/yr

University of Surrey

Guildford, United Kingdom Top 2% in Worldwide

Politics

In the Politics programme offered at the University of Surrey students have the opportunity to work closely with their supervisor and other members of the academic community, in an active research environment.

Ph.D. Full-time On-campus

4 years$29,020/yr

University of Leeds4,4(11)

Leeds, United Kingdom Top 0.5% in Worldwide

Music

A Music PhD at University of Leeds is an internationally-recognised research qualification. You can study for your PhD on campus or by online learning.

Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus +2

3 years$33,612/yr

University of Nevada, Las Vegas4,3(14)

Las Vegas, United States Top 4% in Worldwide

History

The History Department's Ph.D. program at University of Nevada, Las Vegas was formed in 1991. It embodies the ultimate expression of the Department's mission to generate and disseminate new knowledge through research, analysis, and publication.

Ph.D. Full-time On-campus

6 years$26,658/yr

Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT)4,5(10)

Cambridge, United States Top 0.1% in Worldwide

Chemistry

Our Chemistry PhD program at Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) equips graduate students with the skills necessary to succeed as independent researchers.

Ph.D. Full-time On-campus

$64,310/yr

University of Pennsylvania4,0(1)

Philadelphia, United States Top 0.1% in Worldwide

Comparative Literature

The Program in Comparative Literature and Literary Theory at the University of Pennsylvania is a center for the study of literature through various disciplinary and critical perspectives, and the study of cultural history through the production of representations.

Ph.D. Full-time On-campus

5 years$44,792/yr

University of Pennsylvania4,0(1)

Philadelphia, United States Top 0.1% in Worldwide

Social Welfare

The Social Welfare PhD program at the University of Pennsylvania is offered as an interdisciplinary degree through a Graduate Group that includes the faculty of SP2 along with faculty with interest in social welfare from other departments and schools

Ph.D. Full-time On-campus

4 years$44,792/yr

Sapienza University of Rome4,3(243)

Roma, Italy Top 1% in Worldwide

English Literatures, Language and Translation

The International PhD programme in English Literatures, Language and Translation (SELLT), has its administrative base at Sapienza University of Rome and partner base at the University of Silesia in Katowicze.

Ph.D. Full-time On-campus

3 yearsFree

University of Hull4,0(46)

Hull, United Kingdom Top 3% in Worldwide

Sociology

Sociology research at University of Hull is focused on creating a positive impact on the real-life conditions and experiences of individuals and communities, at a local, national and global level.

Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus

3 years$23,296/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$1,407/yr

University of Naples Parthenope3,9(28)

Abano Terme, Italy Top 4% in Worldwide

Economics, Management and Accounting

The PhD program in Economics, Management and Accounting at University of Naples Parthenope aims to prepare scholars and high profile experts able to enter the international job market and work on topics that request an interdisciplinary approach between economics and corporate-economics.

Ph.D. Full-time On-campus

3 yearsTuition not available

Polytechnic University of Catalonia4,1(69)

Barcelona, Spain Top 3% in Worldwide

Signal Theory and Communications

The Signal Theory and Communications programme of the Polytechnic University of Catalonia is strongly associated with the research topics addressed by the Department. Research is carried out by groups that, while autonomous, do regularly collaborate with groups from other departments and universities.

Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus

4 years$722/yr

Cornell University4,3(27)

Ithaca, United States Top 0.1% in Worldwide

Civil and Environmental Engineering

The Civil and Environmental Engineering programme offered by Cornell University develops advanced research expertise in infrastructure systems, environmental processes, and engineering solutions for societal challenges.

Ph.D. Full-time On-campus

5 years$20,800/yr

University at Buffalo

Fairfax, United States Top 2% in Worldwide

Educational Administration

The PhD Educational Administration program from the University at Buffalo emphasizes extensive preparation in research and is more focused on issues of theory as compared to an emphasis on application to practice as a leader/administrator for the EdD.

Ph.D. Full-time Blended

4 years$25,740/yr

University of the Witwatersrand, Johannesburg4,1(53)

Johannesburg, South Africa Top 2% in Worldwide

Development Studies

This PhD programme in Development Studies is offered by the School of Social Sciences at the University of the Witwatersrand, Johannesburg,

Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus

3 years$1,932/yr

Istanbul Gelisim University

Istanbul, Turkey

Economics and Finance

This Economics and Finance course from Istanbul Gelisim University is focused on providing advanced knowledge in economic theory, financial systems, and quantitative analysis.

Ph.D. Full-time On-campus

4 years$8,000/yr

University of Jyväskylä4,1(7)

Jyväskylä, Finland Top 3% in Worldwide

Education (KYC)

University of Jyväskylä offers the Education (KYC) programme. The doctoral degree presupposes the doctoral studies required in the curriculum (30 ECTS credits) as well as a doctoral dissertation.

Ph.D. Full-time On-campus

3 yearsFree

University of Montreal3,5(2)

Montréal, Canada Top 1% in Worldwide

Virology and Immunology

Contribute to the advancement of knowledge in Virology and Immunology at University of Montreal while conducting innovative, cutting-edge research projects.

Ph.D. Full-time On-campus

3 years$6,605/yr

IHE Delft Institute for Water Education5,0(2)

Delft, Netherlands Top 8% in Worldwide

Doctorate of Philosophy

Throughout the Doctorate of Philosophy PhD program from IHE Delft Institute for Water Education you'll embark on a pioneering journey in water education.

Ph.D. Full-time On-campus

4 years$19,112/yr

University of Central Florida3,7(32)

Orlando, United States Top 2% in Worldwide

Physics

This Physics degree program is offered by the College of Sciences at the University of Central Florida.

Ph.D. Full-time On-campus

7 years$22,988/yr