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UiT The Arctic University of Norway
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PhD in Social Science
- Tromsø, Norway
- Harstad, Norway
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PhD
Full time
3 years
On-Campus
English
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The PhD programme in social science embraces disciplines like business, economics, marked, administration and resource management. It is also possible to conduct interdisciplinary projects. In order to become a PhD candidate, you have to apply for a research fellow position that is advertised and get employed, or be employed at an external institution that will fund the PhD study.


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The Chinese University of Hong Kong, Shenzhen - The School of Humanities and Social Science
MPhil-PhD in Computational Social Science
- Shenzhen, China
PhD
Full time
4 years
On-Campus
English
The MPhil-PhD Program in Computational Social Science is designed for students who wish to pursue an academic career in the broad area of computational social science and humanities. It will train students to identify interesting and promising research topics and conduct research projects by bridging the gap between computational techniques and traditional studies in humanities and social sciences.


University of Florence
PhD Course in Political and Social Change
- Florence, Italy
PhD
Full time
2 years
On-Campus
English
The doctoral program focuses on identifying a common thematic area: understanding the processes that drive social and political change. In an increasingly complex and globalized world, understanding these processes, both innovative and persistent, necessarily requires the contribution of multiple disciplines.


University of Stirling
Doctor of Applied Social Research
- Stirling, United Kingdom
PhD
Full time, Part time
36 months
On-Campus, Blended
English
Transform your practice and make a powerful impact in your chosen field with our Doctorate in Applied Social Research. Fit our flexible course around your career commitments and gain expert research skills tailored to your ambitions.
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Ohio University
Social Studies Education - PHD
- Athens, USA
PhD
Full time
On-Campus
English
This PhD program in Social Studies Education is designed for those who want to become experts in teaching social studies at the higher education level. It aims to develop strong research skills along ...


University of Memphis
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...


Birmingham City University
Social Sciences - PhD
- Birmingham, United Kingdom
PhD
Full time
On-Campus
English
The PhD program in Social Sciences is designed for students who want to develop deep research skills and explore complex social issues. It offers a flexible, research-focused approach that allows stud...


The University of Chicago
PhD in Social Thought
- Chicago, USA
PhD
Full time
On-Campus
English
The PhD in Social Thought program focuses on exploring the ways ideas, culture, and social structures shape human experience. It encourages students to examine historical and contemporary issues from ...


The London School of Economics and Political Science
PhD Social Research Methods
- London, United Kingdom
PhD
Full time
On-Campus
English
The PhD in Social Research Methods is designed to develop advanced skills in designing, conducting, and interpreting social research. It offers a strong foundation in both qualitative and quantitative...


University of Latvia
PhD Social Sciences
- Riga, Latvia
PhD
Full time
3 years
On-Campus
English
The programme offers students the opportunity to obtain an internationally recognized advanced degree based on substantial individual fundamental or applied research in one of three research clusters – media and communication, political science, sociology and social work.


Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University
Social, Political, Ethical, and Cultural Thought, PhD
- Blacksburg, USA
PhD
Full time
On-Campus
English
The PhD program in Social, Political, Ethical, and Cultural Thought is designed for those interested in deeply exploring how ideas shape society and human behavior. The program emphasizes critical thi...


International Ataturk Alatoo University
Social philosophy, PHD
- Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan
PhD
Full time
On-Campus
English
The study is based on the experience of the development of foreign and domestic social thought, research paradigms of social philosophy. The research is important in the context of the crisis of the modern Kyrgyz community, which is looking for its own socio-cultural identity, seeking to create an effective system of social organization.


University of East London
Social Sciences MPhil PhD
- London, United Kingdom
PhD
Full time
On-Campus
English
The program offers advanced study in social sciences, designed for those interested in deepening their understanding of social issues, research methods, and policy analysis. Students can pursue either...


University of Pittsburgh School of Social Work
PhD in Social Work
- Pittsburgh, USA
PhD
On-Campus
English
We are committed to training the next generation of scholars in social work, whose research will inform policy and practice addressing society’s most pressing problems.


Vytautas Magnus University - PhD Programmes
PhD studies in Education
- Kaunas, Lithuania
PhD
Full time, Part time
4 years
On-Campus
English
The doctoral program in education is designed to prepare doctors in the field of social sciences, who are able to independently carry out research and experimental developmental work and to solve scientific problems. The aim of the program is to develop responsible, ethically active, creative researchers capable to develop competitively the high-quality research at national and international levels with the focus on the creation of new knowledge and knowing, and contributing to education as science and practice through adding the value to the sustainable development of society.
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Social science combines many different fields, including psychology, biology, and public policy. Students interested in the relationships between people and cultures may enjoy these programs. Classes are offered worldwide, which can enhance understanding of different societies.
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.