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Ecology
The Ecology programme at University of Canterbury is designed for those wishing to focus on any combination of ecology, behaviour, or evolutionary biology.
Materials and Manufacturing Science
The Division of Materials and Manufacturing Science at Osaka University offers seamless learning and research opportunities in the science of materials and manufacturing.
Dentistry
The Glasgow Dental School Clinical Research Facility aims to improve oral and general health by advancing new and better ways of preventing and treating disease. At University of Glasgow, we strive for our Dentistry research to have a significant positive impact in the local community and the wider world.
Conservation Ecology
In Conservation Ecology at Stellenbosch University, we specialise in the conservation of plants, animals and fungi, which includes the conservation of the organisms themselves, their interactions with other species and the natural process across landscapes that allows them to persist.
Social Work
Building on our unique MSW program that emphasizes the critical analysis of social policy, social work practice and leadership, the Social Work PhD program at McMaster University focuses on social work and social justice.
History - European History
The History - European History PhD degree from Mississippi State University offers a primary emphasis in either United States or European History. A student may choose a minor field of study outside the History Department with concurrence of their advisor.
Nursing (4 years)
The PhD in Nursing (4 years) at The University of Manchester enables you to undertake a research project that will improve understanding of Nursing.
Astrophysics
The Astrophysics PhD program at Tufts University offers a full range of graduate level courses and research opportunities in astronomy, biophysics, condensed matter physics, cosmology, elementary particle physics, and quantum information.
Early Music
The Early Music Program at the University of Rochester provides instruction and performance opportunities on a wide range of instruments and musical styles.
Pharmaceutical Discovery, Development and Use
A 4 year joint PhD programme in Pharmaceutical Discovery, Development and Use at the King's College London is offered between the Institute of Pharmaceutical (IPS) Science at King’s and the Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences (FCP) at the University of São Paulo leading to a joint qualification from both universities.
Human Sciences
Our doctoral programme in Human Sciences at University of Greenwich allows you to conduct cutting-edge research in fields including Psychology, Social Work, Public Health and Sports Science with support from our experts.
Curriculum and Instruction - Measurement and Evaluation
The Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Curriculum and Instruction - Measurement and Evaluation at the University of South Florida focuses on the development of systematic inquiry skills essential to the study and evaluation of educational processes and outcomes.
Educational Theory and Policy
The Educational Theory and Policy program curriculum focus, as well as research of our faculty at Pennsylvania State University, aimed at improving educational opportunities and outcomes across different communities (urban/rural), school sectors, as well as regions of the world.
Computer Engineering
Students in the Computer Engineering graduate program at Lehigh University conduct cutting-edge research in a variety of fields including database and information systems, Internet search, graphics, user interfaces, Web-based systems, multimedia and image processing, bioinformatics, intelligent systems, computer architecture, robotics, secure systems, networks, embedded systems, and mobile computing.
Higher Education Management
The Higher Education Management programme at the University of Bath is developed specifically for university leaders. Gain the research skills you need to address the challenges of higher education in the 21st century.
Copenhagen Bioscience
Thirty Copenhagen Bioscience PhD students at the University of Copenhagen have defended their theses so far – including, in 2023: Vivienne Mol, Anna Drozd and Justine Turlin. We look forward to celebrating more defenses in the coming months.
Mental Health Sciences
The Mental Health Sciences programme at University College London (UCL) is an opportunity for students to train in a wide range of fields relevant to mental health research.
Biological Sciences
The Department of Biological Sciences at the Carnegie Mellon University offers a vibrant research environment with world-class faculty leading the way in many areas of biological research.
Linguistics
The Department of Linguistics at Georgetown University offers four concentrations leading to the Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) degree in Linguistics.
Systems Engineering
The PhD in Systems Engineering at the University of Virginia is an advanced graduate degree for students wishing to contribute to knowledge creation through independent, original, cutting-edge research.