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PhD is the abbreviation for Doctor of Philosophy, and is usually awarded after completing extensive research in a specified field of study. This research must significantly contribute to the current knowledge base, and must be completed with a dissertation or thesis. Often the dissertation or thesis must be defended in front of a panel of experts in the field and only after successful defense, the degree of PhD is conferred. A PhD degree usually takes a minimum of 4 years to complete, but sometimes longer depending on the student, university, and program.
There are many universities and programs that offer top PhD programs internationally. Students wishing to continue their education have a wide range of top PhD programs options, which include doctoral programs in health professions, psychology, engineering, education, biological sciences, and biomedical sciences. There are top PhD programs in each country, so students considering a PhD have a number of countries to choose from.
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By Joanna Hughes
January 25, 2019
A recent report in The Standard highlights a new trend among Africans with international PhD degrees: While at one time most went on to pursue academic careers abroad, many are now returning to Africa. Here’s a closer look at the shift, along with why it’s so important.
From Brain Drain…
Several factors led to the decades-long “brain drain” in parts of Africa. According to The Standard, these included hostile political situations in their home countries, the dominance of the discourse abroad and the superior working conditions found in the West. As a result, most ...
By Joanna Hughes
January 21, 2019
Universities UK has launched a new campaign aimed at celebrating “the transformational impact of UK universities”. Here’s a closer look at this exciti...
By Joanna Hughes
January 11, 2019
Podcasts have skyrocketed in popularity over the past few years. And while we mostly think of them in the context of entertainment, they are also aliv...
By Joanna Hughes
December 20, 2018
At the sixth African Higher Education Week held this fall in Nairobi, Kenya, various African leaders cited the pivotal role African universities can p...
By Joanna Hughes
December 13, 2018
Earlier this year in Nairobi, the South Korean government announced that it would provide $9 million to support the Regional Scholarship and Innovatio...
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By Joanna Hughes
February 19, 2019
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By Joanna Hughes
February 5, 2019
Being published is a major goal and achievement for researchers. However, academic publishing is very different today than it was 50, 25 or even 10 ye...
By Alyssa Walker
January 31, 2019
Among all the hurdles you face as a PhD student, the biggest may have nothing to do with academics, research, or publishing. That's right: talking in ...
Newly Added Programs
February 18, 2019 |
The University of Chicago School of Social Service Administration
As a member of the SSA doctoral program, you will join a select group of outstanding students and scholars who advance an interdisciplinary approach to social work and social welfare scholarship. The ...
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As a member of the SSA doctoral program, you will join a select group of outstanding students and scholars who advance an interdisciplinary approach to social work and social welfare scholarship. The program is designed to deepen students' mastery of both social science theory and research methods so that they are prepared to contribute to scholarly knowledge in innovative ways.
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February 12, 2019 |
University of Texas at San Antonio
The Department of Mechanical Engineering offers advanced coursework integrated with research leading to the Doctor of Philosophy degree in Mechanical Engineering. The program has four concentrations: ...
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The Department of Mechanical Engineering offers advanced coursework integrated with research leading to the Doctor of Philosophy degree in Mechanical Engineering. The program has four concentrations: Thermal and Fluid Systems; Design and Manufacturing Systems; Mechanics and Materials; and Robotics and Control.
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February 12, 2019 |
Acadia Divinity College
We invite you to join us at Acadia to gain the energy, skills, and depth you need for the long-haul in ministry and to sharpen your effectiveness as a Christian leader. Take some time and explore this...
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We invite you to join us at Acadia to gain the energy, skills, and depth you need for the long-haul in ministry and to sharpen your effectiveness as a Christian leader. Take some time and explore this site, and then contact us so we can discuss how we can support you in fulfilling your call as a ministry leader for today’s world.
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February 11, 2019 |
Brentwood University
The DBA program at Brentwood University is the highest academic degree which is designed for students who wish to pursue a professional career. The DBA is focused on both theory and applied research a...
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The DBA program at Brentwood University is the highest academic degree which is designed for students who wish to pursue a professional career. The DBA is focused on both theory and applied research and will help the student to acquire leadership skills as an executive, consultant, or entrepreneur.
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Doctoral programs
All over the world, both online and classroom based doctoral programs exist for students who wish to advance their professional capabilities through the highest of educational applications and practice. Doctoral programs are offered in many academic fields. Most doctoral programs will take between three and ten years to complete.
PhD Online
PhD Online programs are becoming popular at many universities. Most of the PhD Online programs can be completed almost entirely online, however some may require occasional attendance on campus. There has been advancement in technologies that have made PhD Online programs much more effective, such as interactive online classrooms and online libraries.
DBA
A DBA or Doctor of Business Administration is a research driven graduate degree designed for the development of independent research skills for business practices. DBA candidates examine current theories, practices, and polarizing issues in business and utilize more applied than theoretical research. A full-time DBA usually takes 3-4 years to complete.