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Sociology is a broad field of study, offering candidates the opportunity to focus on an area of specialization that is of particular interest to them. A PhD Sociology degree prepares graduates for work in careers such as academic institutions, non-profit organizations, government, and private sector agencies. There are many programs across the globe offering PhD Sociology programs. Some universiti… Read more

There are many programs across the globe offering PhD Sociology programs. Some universities focus more on certain areas of specialization than others. Some examples of areas of specialization for PhD Sociology include social movements, politics and culture, ethnicity and race, urban sociology, clinical sociology, and social psychology. Candidates pursuing this degree are expected to conduct quality research and complete a dissertation or thesis that contributes to the field of study.

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Ph.D. in Transformative Studies (Online Program)

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California Institute of Integral Studies

San Francisco, USA

Our Transformative Studies Ph.D. is CIIS' most well-established online program-one that's innovative and transdisciplinary with a focus on creative scholarship for personal an ... +

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Our Transformative Studies Ph.D. is CIIS' most well-established online program-one that's innovative and transdisciplinary with a focus on creative scholarship for personal and social transformation. -

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Full-time

2 years

English

Online & Campus Combined

Campus

Online

Doctor of Philosophy in Cultural, Social, and Political Thought

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University of Lethbridge

Lethbridge, Canada

The Cultural, Social, and Political Thought major in the Ph.D. program is interdisciplinary in nature. It is based on a cohort learning model that fosters an environment of in ... +

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The Cultural, Social, and Political Thought major in the Ph.D. program is interdisciplinary in nature. It is based on a cohort learning model that fosters an environment of interdisciplinary engagement and exchange, research, peer mentoring, and collaboration. -

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Full-time

48 months

English

Jan 2023

Campus

PhD in Sociology

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Faculty of Social Sciences, Charles University (FSV UK)

Prague, Czech Republic

The Ph.D. study program Sociology is focused on scientific inquiry, independent creative work, and deepening of theoretical knowledge. The aim of this program is to prepare th ... +

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The Ph.D. study program Sociology is focused on scientific inquiry, independent creative work, and deepening of theoretical knowledge. The aim of this program is to prepare the students for a scientific career and teaching in the field of basic and applied research. -

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Full-time

4 years

English

Online & Campus Combined

Campus

Online

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PhD Programme in Sociology

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University of Wroclaw

Wrocław, Poland

The programme at the Doctoral College of Sociology considers recommendations of the Bologna Seminar “Doctoral Programmes for the European Knowledge Society”, which was held in ... +

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The programme at the Doctoral College of Sociology considers recommendations of the Bologna Seminar “Doctoral Programmes for the European Knowledge Society”, which was held in 2005 in Salzburg at the initiative of Austrian Ministry of Education, Science and Culture, German Ministry of Education and Science and the European University Association. The recommendations and conclusions from the seminar are continuously promoted by the European University Association. -

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Full-time

3 - 4 years

English, Polish

Oct 2023

31 Aug 2023

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Doctorate in Sociology

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Atlantic International University

Honolulu, USA

The Doctor of Sociology (Ph.D., D.Sc) focuses on the systematic study of human social institutions and social relationships. The program will help students develop core strate ... +

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The Doctor of Sociology (Ph.D., D.Sc) focuses on the systematic study of human social institutions and social relationships. The program will help students develop core strategic areas of required expertise such as social stratification and hierarchies, family structures, social theory, sociological research methods, social organization and structure, dynamics of social change, social deviance and control, and applications to the study of specific social groups, social institutions, and social problems. -

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Part-time

English, Portuguese, Spanish

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Doctor of Applied Social Research

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University of Stirling

Stirling, United Kingdom

Become a leader in your field with a Doctor of Applied Social Research. Continue working while you study and graduate with invaluable expertise.

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Become a leader in your field with a Doctor of Applied Social Research. Continue working while you study and graduate with invaluable expertise. -

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Part-time

36 - 96 months

English

Jan 2023

Campus

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Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Sociology

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Selinus University of Science and Literature

London, United Kingdom +1 More

Sociology is the systematic study of human society. This programme places special emphasis on understanding the fundamental concepts of sociology and key social structures suc ... +

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Sociology is the systematic study of human society. This programme places special emphasis on understanding the fundamental concepts of sociology and key social structures such as family, religion, education, science and technology, economic and political institutions. -

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Part-time

English, Italian

Online

PhD (School of Social Sciences)

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University of Bradford

Bradford, United Kingdom

The research areas are only broadly indicative, and our staff place great store by creative and innovative approaches to issues whether they are novel or familiar – and to int ... +

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The research areas are only broadly indicative, and our staff place great store by creative and innovative approaches to issues whether they are novel or familiar – and to intellectual analysis, both established and path-breaking. -

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Full-time

3 - 4 years

English

Campus

Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) by Research in Sociology

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Auream Phoenix University for Women

London, United Kingdom

PhD by research via Distance Learning is awarded after successfully completing a theoretical research specialization. This research is presented in the form of a doctoral thes ... +

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PhD by research via Distance Learning is awarded after successfully completing a theoretical research specialization. This research is presented in the form of a doctoral thesis. The PhD (Doctor of Philosophy) is the only doctoral degree that can be achieved through distance learning. The main requirement for a PhD online through distance learning is to present and discuss a thesis of at least 100 pages for review and evaluation by an academic committee at Selinus University. Sociology is the systematic study of human society. This programme places special emphasis on understanding the fundamental concepts of sociology and key social structures such as family, religion, education, science and technology, and economic and political institutions. The notion of culture, personality and personality development, role and status, as well as social order, control, class and mobility should be presented and analysed in the research thesis. The programme should also address the theories and processes of socio-cultural change. -

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Full-time

Part-time

English, Italian

Online

Doctor of Social Sciences

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Royal Roads University

Victoria, Canada

The Doctor of Social Sciences program is the first degree of its kind in North America. It approaches the study of complex, real-world problems within an interdisciplinary and ... +

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The Doctor of Social Sciences program is the first degree of its kind in North America. It approaches the study of complex, real-world problems within an interdisciplinary and Trans disciplinary framework. The program design brings the research intensity of a traditional doctorate to an applied, professional focus. In this program, you will explore interdisciplinary applications of the social sciences for practical, sustainable transformation across organizations and society. -

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Full-time

4 years

English

Online & Campus Combined

Campus

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PhD in Historical Sociology

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Faculty of Humanities, Charles University

Prague, Czech Republic

The main topics of historical sociology lie in questions of social change, modernization, modernization processes, civilizational analysis, the formation of states and nations ... +

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The main topics of historical sociology lie in questions of social change, modernization, modernization processes, civilizational analysis, the formation of states and nations, the formation of the world system, and globalization trends. These questions are studied through an extensive comparative analysis involving a wide geographical perspective and long-time intervals. Part of the field of historical sociology comprises a number of partial, specific research areas, which include issues such as collective mentalities, habits, and social memory. Historical sociology is a very diverse and internally differentiated discipline that has general theoretical approaches, a number of special theories, a variety of specialized research directions, and develops research at an empirical level. The Ph.D. program in historical sociology is designed to provide high-quality and demanding training for those who want to be active in scientific and research work – especially of an analytical and comparative nature – in some of those areas which concern current historical sociology. The doctoral curriculum includes exams from compulsory and elective courses, research activities, publishing activities, and participation in scientific conferences. After the state doctoral examination and a dissertation defense, the student is awarded a Ph.D. -

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Full-time

4 years

English

Online & Campus Combined

Campus

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PhD in Industrial Sociology

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University of Johannesburg

Johannesburg, South Africa

DLitt et Phil Industrial Sociology is an advanced level of study in which a candidate has to conduct independent research and produce a thesis that demonstrates a contribution ... +

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DLitt et Phil Industrial Sociology is an advanced level of study in which a candidate has to conduct independent research and produce a thesis that demonstrates a contribution to knowledge in the field. -

PhD

Full-time

3 years

English

Feb 2023

Campus

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