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There are 6 areas of study available

Staff in three of our faculties have identified a range of projects for which they particularly welcome applications from prospective MPhil and PhD students:

Alternatively, you can search for a supervisor by their area of expertise.

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Social Sciences (6)

Study in:: Cambridge
Available as:: Full-time; Part-time
Course features: Our PhD research programmes will allow you to join one of our research projects or explore your own interests in History, supported by the expertise of our staff.

Study in:: Cambridge
Available as:: Full-time; Part-time
Course features: Explore international relations in theory and practice: our PhD programme will support you in discovering and creating new knowledge about global politics and international relations.

Study in:: Cambridge
Available as:: Full-time; Part-time
Course features: Our PhD research programmes will allow you to join one of our research projects or explore your own interests in Philosophy, supported by the expertise of our staff.

Study in:: Cambridge Theological Federation
Available as:: Part-time
Course features: Whether you’re developing social policy, running a business or are a minister of religion, this innovative part-time doctoral course will deepen your understanding of the spiritual and ethical dimensions.

Study in:: Cambridge
Available as:: Full-time; Part-time
Course features: Our PhD research programmes will allow you to join one of our research projects or explore your own interests in Sociology, supported by the expertise of our staff.

Study in:: Distance learning
Available as:: Full-time; Part-time
Course features: Explore your own interests in theology, supported by the expertise of staff at Cambridge Theological Federation, with our research programme.