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9 Community Development Doctoral Degree Programs
Goldsmiths, University of London
MPhil/PhD Community & Youth Work
- London, United Kingdom
PhD
Full time, Part time
On-Campus
English
We welcome enquiries from appropriately qualified applicants with research interests in community and youth work.
Arizona State University
Community Resources and Development, PhD
- Central City, USA
- Tempe, USA
PhD
Full time
On-Campus
English
The Community Resources and Development PhD program is designed to prepare students for leadership roles that focus on fostering sustainable community growth and development. The program emphasizes th...
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West Virginia University
PhD in Human and Community Development
- Morgantown, USA
PhD
Full time
On-Campus
English
The PhD program in Human and Community Development focuses on preparing students to address complex issues within communities and foster positive development through research, policy, and practical ap...
CUNY Graduate School of Public Health & Health Policy
PhD in Community Health and Health Policy
- New York, USA
PhD
English
CHHP graduates will be able to conduct research that informs public health program and policy development and evaluate community health interventions within a social justice framework.
Vanderbilt University
PhD in Community Research and Action (Ph.D.)
- Nashville, USA
PhD
Full time
On-Campus
English
The PhD in Community Research and Action program at Peabody College of Education and Human Development at Vanderbilt University is designed for individuals interested in conducting research to address...
CUNY Graduate School of Public Health & Health Policy
DPH in Community, Society, and Health
- New York, USA
PhD
English
Graduates will draw from the theories and methods of multiple disciplines to lead, plan, manage, design, and evaluate community health interventions.
Kansas State University
Health and Human Sciences - Prevention Science in Human Development and Family Science (PHD)
- Manhattan, USA
PhD
Full time
On-Campus
English
The Prevention Science in Human Development and Family Science (PHD) program focuses on understanding how to promote healthy development and prevent problems within families and communities. It offers...
University of Oregon
Prevention Science, PhD
- Eugene, USA
- Portland, USA
PhD
Full time
On-Campus
English
The Prevention Science PhD program focuses on understanding and promoting healthy development and well-being in individuals and communities. It emphasizes research and interventions that prevent behav...
Monash University
PhD in Monash University Accident Research Centre
- Wellington Road, Australia
PhD
Full time
On-Campus
English
The Master's program in Geographical Information Science and Technology is designed to help students develop practical skills in spatial data analysis, mapping, and geographic information systems (GIS...
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Learn more about Community Development Doctoral degree programs
A Community Development Doctoral Degree immerses you in the complexities of social change and community empowerment. This advanced program prepares you to lead transformative projects and influence policies that foster resilience and collaboration within diverse populations.
You'll gain insights into community analysis, participatory research methods, and policy evaluation. Specific courses may cover urban planning, leadership in community-based organizations, and strategies for sustainable community engagement. As you investigate pressing social issues, you refine skills like building effective coalitions and designing impactful outreach initiatives. Many scholars find that the environment encourages independence and fosters critical thinking as they explore new ideas.
Graduates typically pursue careers as researchers, policy analysts, or community organizers, often taking on roles that shape social justice initiatives or evaluate the effectiveness of community programs. By developing expertise in this field, you can help create meaningful change and contribute to the strength of communities on local and global scales.