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University of Kentucky Online
Doctorate of Social Work
- Lexington, USA
PhD
Full time, Part time
4 semesters
Distance Learning
English
The University of Kentucky's online DSW degree prepares master's level practitioners to address the diverse needs of our times.
EUCLID (Euclid University)
PhD in International Law and Treaty Law
- Washington, USA
- Gambia Online, Gambia
PhD
Full time, Part time
2 years
Distance Learning
English
One of the world's only Ph.D. degree programs in International Law offered by an intergovernmental organization itself constituted under international law.
University of Memphis (inactive)
Instruction and Curriculum Leadership- Social Studies Education Concentration (EdD)
- Memphis, USA
PhD
Full time
On-Campus
English
The PhD program in Instruction and Curriculum Leadership with a concentration in Social Studies Education is designed to prepare educational professionals for leadership roles in social studies teachi...
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University of Memphis (inactive)
Doctor of Social Work, (DSW)
- Memphis, USA
PhD
Full time
On-Campus
English
The PhD in Doctor of Social Work (DSW) program is designed to prepare advanced social work practitioners for leadership roles in research, policy, education, and practice. The program emphasizes the d...
University of Louisville - School of Public Health and Information Sciences
PhD in Public Health Sciences with specialization in Health Management and Policy
- Louisville, USA
PhD
Full time, Part time
3 years
On-Campus
English
This PhD prepares graduates for careers in research, teaching, and leadership roles across public, private, and nonprofit sectors.
EUCLID (Euclid University)
PhD in Mediation and Conflict Resolution
- Washington, USA
- Gambia Online, Gambia
PhD
Full time, Part time
2 years
Distance Learning
English
The EUCLID online doctorate in mediation and conflict resolution is also unique for blending personal level psychology with high-level issues (diplomacy, inter-religious dialogue) and practical skills (negotiation), the purpose is to offer a comprehensive coverage of this broad topic.
EUCLID (Euclid University)
PhD in Sustainable Development and Diplomacy
- Washington, USA
- Gambia Online, Gambia
PhD
Full time, Part time
2 years
Distance Learning
English
The EUCLID DSDD (Doctorate in Sustainable Development and Diplomacy) is a distance, nonresident study program.
EUCLID (Euclid University)
PhD in Diplomacy and International Affairs
- Washington, USA
- Gambia Online, Gambia
PhD
Full time, Part time
2 years
Distance Learning
English
The only online Ph.D. program in diplomacy organized by an international intergovernmental organization and officially used by active diplomats over 4 continents.
The University of North Carolina at Charlotte
Public Policy, Ph.D.
- Charlotte, USA
PhD
Full time
65 hours
On-Campus
English
The Public Policy doctoral program is an interdisciplinary program focused on the study of policy development, implementation, and evaluation. It stresses the development of skills, tools, and specialties, as well as a theoretical understanding of them, that contribute to our understanding of the structure of institutional systems and sub-systems, and of how policy should be shaped within social, economic, and political environments.
Liberty University
PhD in Public Policy - Online
- Online USA
PhD
Full time, Part time
9 semesters
Distance Learning
English
Liberty University’s online Ph.D. in Public Policy (General) is designed for experienced professionals and scholars who want to explore public policy from an academic and applied perspective. This program is well-suited for students aiming to teach public policy, engage in research, or assume leadership roles in government or policy organizations.
EUCLID (Euclid University)
PhD in Inter-Religious Dialogue and Diplomacy / Interfaith Studies
- Washington, USA
- Gambia Online, Gambia
PhD
Full time, Part time
2 years
Distance Learning
English
A specialized online Ph.D. offered by an intergovernmental university with recognized expertise in interfaith studies.
Cambridge Graduate University
PhD in Law & Policy Program
- Cambridge, USA
PhD
On-Campus
Cambridge Graduate University’s College of Law, Policy & Global Studies has an unmatched academic program, offering law and policy Masters and Doctoral degrees – the LL.M., Masters in
Arizona State University
Law and Psychology, PhD
- Tempe, USA
PhD
Full time
On-Campus
English
The Law and Psychology PhD program offers an interdisciplinary curriculum that integrates legal studies and psychological science, preparing students for careers in academia, research, policy developm...
Vanderbilt University
PhD in Law and Economics
- Nashville, USA
PhD
Full time
On-Campus
English
The PhD in Law and Economics program at Vanderbilt University focuses on the interdisciplinary study of law and economics, blending principles and concepts from both fields to provide students with a ...
Portland State University
PhD in Social Work and Social Research
- Portland, USA
PhD
Full time
On-Campus
English
The PhD program in Social Work and Social Research is designed to prepare scholars for advanced research and leadership roles within the field of social work. The curriculum emphasizes the development...
Learn more about Law and Social Science PhD degree programs in USA
The USA is home to some of the world's top universities. Students can expect a diverse, innovative, and engaging student experience. The country emphasizes accessibility and quality independent research, allowing students to push the limits of their field should they want to.
American English is extremely dominant in the USA, so classes will likely be in English, with a few exceptions. This means that many schools will ask for proof of English proficiency through the TOEFL iBT test before admitting international students.
Additionally, American landscapes and environments allow students to study where they can feel comfortable. From crowded urban centers to tropical areas, the USA has it all!
Requirements for the PhD program often involve the student having already obtained a Master’s degree. Additionally, a thesis or dissertation primarily consisting of original academic research must be submitted. In some countries, this work may even need to be defended in front of a panel.