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Universiti Malaya

Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia Top 2% in Worldwide

Business and Accountancy

A Doctor of Philosophy represents advanced expertise and original contribution within a specialised field of study. It is suitable for individuals seeking deeper academic engagement and long-term professional growth through research and intellectual development. At Universiti Malaya, candidates undertake independent research within a university recognised internationally for research excellence and strong academic standing. UM’s global reputation helps strengthen the value of the qualification and supports future opportunities within academia, specialised industries, and advanced research related environments.

Ph.D. Full-time On-campus

3 years$7,505/yr

University of Coimbra4,3(56)

Coimbra, Portugal Top 2% in Worldwide

Information Science and Technology

In this Information Science and Technology programme at the University of Coimbra the student must complete a set of four courses and write a valid Thesis Proposal in the first year.

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

3 years$3,175/yr

Swiss School of Business Research

Online

Business Administration

Enhance your professional expertise with this practical and research-based online doctoral programme in Business Administration from Swiss School of Business Research, designed for mid-career executives who have already completed the MBA (or equivalent qualification) and are looking to further enhance their Strategic Management knowledge in the field.

D.B.A. Part-time Online

2 years$7,494/yr

Binghamton University

Binghamton, United States Top 4% in Worldwide

Political Science

The primary goal of the Political Science PhD program at Binghamton University is to educate scholars who plan to continue their professional and scholarly development by contributing to the field of political science through teaching and research.

Ph.D. Full-time On-campus

5 years$24,500/yr

Brigham Young University

Provo, United States Top 5% in Worldwide

Physics

The Physics PhD program at the Brigham Young University prepares students for professional careers in physics.

Ph.D. Full-time On-campus

4 years$17,344/yr

Victoria University of Wellington

Wellington, New Zealand Top 2% in Worldwide

PhD in Economics

Develop advanced theoretical knowledge and technical ability in PhD in Economics and gain the skills you need for independent research at Victoria University of Wellington.

Ph.D. Full-time On-campus

3 yearsTuition not available

University of Gothenburg

Göteborg, Sweden Top 1% in Worldwide

Environmental Social Science

The Environmental Social Science programme offered by University of Gothenburg develops advanced research expertise in environmental issues, sustainability, and societal change from a social science perspective.

Ph.D. Full-time On-campus

4 yearsFree

University of Pretoria

Pretoria, South Africa Top 2% in Worldwide

Public Policy

This Public Policy degree programme is offered by the Faculty of Economic and Management Sciences at the University of Pretoria.

Ph.D. Full-time On-campus

2 years$1,635/yr

The Open University UK

Milton Keynes, United Kingdom Top 5% in Worldwide

Policing Research and Learning

The Centre for Policing Research and Learning (CPRL) is a collaboration between The Open University UK and 20 UK police forces to create and use knowledge to improve policing through research, learning and knowledge exchange.

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

3 years$17,165/yr

Keele University

Keele, United Kingdom Top 4% in Worldwide

Social Work

The Social Work group in the School of Medicine at the Keele University, a key component of the Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, is committed to excellence in research that develops knowledge about social work and that can be applied to advance the quality of professional practice for the benefit of people that use social work, in the region, nationally and internationally.

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

3 years$22,758/yr

University of Aberdeen

Aberdeen, United Kingdom Top 1% in Worldwide

Management

Management Studies is located within an integrated Business School at University of Aberdeen which allows it to draw upon relevant core disciplines for research and teaching.

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

3 years$29,318/yr

University of Plymouth

Plymouth, United Kingdom Top 3% in Worldwide

Digital Art and Technology

The Digital Art and Technology course at University of Plymouth involves creating new experiences through the design and construction of networked, sensing and intelligent ‘things’ and software. Digital Practice is central to exploring the significance that data, its harvesting, processing and manifestation, can play in contemporary culture.

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

2 years$26,096/yr

University of Kwazulu Natal3,8(145)

Durban, South Africa Top 3% in Worldwide

Electrical Engineering

The central philosophy of the Electrical Engineering discipline at University of Kwazulu Natal are to ensure that the undergraduates gain an enduring capacity for continuous and effective self-education throughout life.

Ph.D. Full-time On-campus

3 years$257/yr

University of Denver4,7(6)

Denver, United States Top 5% in Worldwide

Materials Science

Our PhD in Materials Science at University of Denver provides an enhanced foundation in the theory of materials construction and a depth of understanding in the research strategies necessary to develop new materials.

Ph.D. Full-time On-campus

7 years$14,297/yr

Walden University4,4(8)

Online

Health Services - Public Health

In this Health Services - Public Health Policy program at Walden University, you will learn to evaluate healthcare policy, broaden your knowledge of healthcare ethics and law, and help to advance research, education, and practice in health services.

Ph.D. Part-time Online

2 years, 9 monthsTuition not available

Qatar University4,1(16)

Doha, Qatar Top 2% in Worldwide

Engineering - Chemical Engineering (Research-based - Research Intensive)

The Engineering - Chemical Engineering (Research-based - Research Intensive) course from Qatar University provides students with intensive advanced training in research that leads to the highest level of scholarly achievement and enable them to conduct research independently to address new challenges as innovators.

Ph.D. Full-time On-campus

3 years$12,067/yr

McGill University

Montréal, Canada Top 0.5% in Worldwide

Communication Sciences and Disorders - Language Acquisition

This unique interdisciplinary Ph.D. Communication Sciences and Disorders - Language Acquisition program is available for doctoral students across four departments at McGill University including SCSD, Linguistics, Psychology, and Integrated Studies in Education.

Ph.D. Full-time On-campus

4 years$13,353/yr

University of Missouri–St. Louis

Saint Louis, United States Top 6% in Worldwide

Educational Leadership and Policy Studies

A doctoral Educational Leadership and Policy Studies program from University of Missouri–St. Louis provides you with strong theoretical and conceptual underpinnings that support your work in your organization and provide you with the research knowledge and skills needed to begin your own scholarly work within a university setting.

Ph.D. Full-time On-campus

4 yearsTuition not available

Universiti Malaya

Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia Top 2% in Worldwide

Creative Arts

The Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) is University of Malaya’s premier research Creative Arts degree.

Ph.D. Full-time On-campus

3 years$14,164/yr

Dalhousie University

Halifax, Canada Top 2% in Worldwide

Biology

Dalhousie University's Doctor of Philosophy in Biology programme addresses environmental concerns and the sustainable utilization of natural resources, within an exceptionally vibrant research community..

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

5 years$5,062/yr