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306 Best PhD Programs in Spain

306 PhD courses are taught at 11 universities in Spain, typically lasting Average Duration: 24 months.. The list starts with courses at IE University, Universidad de Zaragoza and Universitat Internacional de Catalunya.

145PhD / Doctorate
BI Bircham International University logo
#80 in Spain Spain

Doctor PhD Degree Herbology Phytotherapy

Bircham International University — The Doctor Ph.D. Degree in Herbology & Phytotherapy via distance learning is part of the Doctor Ph.D. Degree in Natural Health Science. Students study modern herbology, i...

PhD / DoctorateLevel
Average Duration: 24 months.Duration
Full TimeMode
—Intake
146PhD / Doctorate
BI Bircham International University logo
#80 in Spain Spain

Doctor PhD Degree Homeopathy

Bircham International University — The Doctor Ph.D. Degree in Homeopathy is a distance learning program in Natural Health Science. Students study Homeopathy through “Homeopathy Online” plus additional subj...

PhD / DoctorateLevel
24 months (average duration)Duration
Full TimeMode
—Intake
147PhD / Doctorate
BI Bircham International University logo
#80 in Spain Spain

Doctor PhD Degree Hotel Management

Bircham International University — The Doctor Ph.D. Degree in Hotel Management via distance learning examines the fundamentals of hotel management and highlights the latest trends in the field. It starts w...

PhD / DoctorateLevel
24 months (average duration)Duration
Full TimeMode
—Intake
Business & Management
148PhD / Doctorate
BI Bircham International University logo
#80 in Spain Spain

Doctor PhD Degree Human Animal Studies

Bircham International University — This Doctor Ph.D. Degree in Human Animal Studies examines the relationship between humans and animals. It uses approaches from social sciences, humanities, and natural sc...

PhD / DoctorateLevel
24 monthsDuration
Full TimeMode
—Intake
149PhD / Doctorate
BI Bircham International University logo
#80 in Spain Spain

Doctor PhD Degree Human Biology

Bircham International University — The Doctor Ph.D. Degree in Human Biology at Bircham International University is a distance learning program focused on the principles of human-applied biology. Students s...

PhD / DoctorateLevel
Average Duration: 24 months.Duration
Full TimeMode
—Intake
Life Sciences
150PhD / Doctorate
BI Bircham International University logo
#80 in Spain Spain

Doctor PhD Degree Human Resources

Bircham International University — Bircham International University offers a Doctor Ph.D. Degree in Human Resources via distance learning. The program combines research and theory to address human resource...

PhD / DoctorateLevel
Average Duration: 24 months.Duration
Full TimeMode
—Intake
Business & Management
151PhD / Doctorate
BI Bircham International University logo
#80 in Spain Spain

Doctor PhD Degree Human Rights

Bircham International University — The Doctor Ph.D. Degree in Human Rights via distance learning examines legal, political, and moral issues at national and international levels. The program aims to identi...

PhD / DoctorateLevel
Average Duration: 24 months.Duration
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152PhD / Doctorate
BI Bircham International University logo
#80 in Spain Spain

Doctor PhD Degree Humanistic Psychology

Bircham International University — The Doctor Ph.D. Degree in Humanistic Psychology at Bircham International University studies the whole person and the uniqueness of each individual. The program connects...

PhD / DoctorateLevel
Average Duration: 24 months.Duration
Full TimeMode
—Intake
Social Sciences & Psychology
153PhD / Doctorate
BI Bircham International University logo
#80 in Spain Spain

Doctor PhD Degree Humanities

Bircham International University — The Doctor Ph.D. Degree in Humanities via distance learning focuses on analyzing human beings through an integrated historic, philosophic, and artistic perspective. Stude...

PhD / DoctorateLevel
24 monthsDuration
Full TimeMode
at any time in the yearIntake
154PhD / Doctorate
BI Bircham International University logo
#80 in Spain Spain

Doctor PhD Degree Hydraulic Engineering

Bircham International University — The Doctor Ph.D. Degree in Hydraulic Engineering reviews the principles of hydraulic engineering systems and their applications. It balances theory with designs and pract...

PhD / DoctorateLevel
Average Duration: 24 months.Duration
Full TimeMode
—Intake
Engineering
155PhD / Doctorate
BI Bircham International University logo
#80 in Spain Spain

Doctor PhD Degree Hydrology

Bircham International University — The Doctor Ph.D. Degree in Hydrology studies water on Earth’s surface and beneath the surface. It covers the occurrence and movement of water, the physical and chemical p...

PhD / DoctorateLevel
Average Duration: 24 months.Duration
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156PhD / Doctorate
BI Bircham International University logo
#80 in Spain Spain

Doctor PhD Degree Hypnotherapy

Bircham International University — This Doctor Ph.D. Degree in Hypnotherapy examines the use of hypnosis to heal, improve health, and reduce pain. Students learn how the hypnotherapist guides patients thro...

PhD / DoctorateLevel
24 months (average duration)Duration
Full TimeMode
—Intake
157PhD / Doctorate
BI Bircham International University logo
#80 in Spain Spain

Doctor PhD Degree Industrial Engineering

Bircham International University — The Doctor Ph.D. Degree in Industrial Engineering at Bircham International University applies fundamental principles from the engineering sciences to design and analyze l...

PhD / DoctorateLevel
Average Duration: 24 months.Duration
Full TimeMode
—Intake
Engineering
159PhD / Doctorate
BI Bircham International University logo
#80 in Spain Spain

Doctor PhD Degree Influencer Marketing

Bircham International University — The Doctor Ph.D. Degree in Influencer Marketing studies influencer marketing via distance learning. The program examines social media marketing that uses endorsements and...

PhD / DoctorateLevel
Average Duration: 24 months.Duration
Full TimeMode
—Intake
Business & Management
160PhD / Doctorate
BI Bircham International University logo
#80 in Spain Spain

Doctor PhD Degree Information Science

Bircham International University — The Doctor Ph.D. Degree in Information Science via distance learning focuses on the effective analysis, collection, storage, retrieval, and protection of information. It...

PhD / DoctorateLevel
Average Duration: 24 months.Duration
Full TimeMode
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161PhD / Doctorate
BI Bircham International University logo
#80 in Spain Spain

Doctor PhD Degree Information Technology

Bircham International University — The Doctor Ph.D. Degree in Information Technology via distance learning applies engineering principles of information technology to economic and social systems. It focuse...

PhD / DoctorateLevel
24 monthsDuration
Full TimeMode
—Intake
Computer Science & IT
162PhD / Doctorate
BI Bircham International University logo
#80 in Spain Spain

Doctor PhD Degree Innovation Management

Bircham International University — The Doctor Ph.D. Degree in Innovation Management at Bircham International University explores the planning and process behind coming up with ideas, turning them into acti...

PhD / DoctorateLevel
Average Duration: 24 months.Duration
Full TimeMode
—Intake
Business & Management
163PhD / Doctorate
BI Bircham International University logo
#80 in Spain Spain

Doctor PhD Degree Institutional Relations

Bircham International University — The Bircham International University Doctor Ph.D. Degree in Institutional Relations (Arts and Humanities) examines how Institutional Relations affect cooperation and riva...

PhD / DoctorateLevel
Average Duration: 24 months.Duration
Full TimeMode
—Intake
164PhD / Doctorate
BI Bircham International University logo
#80 in Spain Spain

Doctor PhD Degree Interior Design

Bircham International University — This Doctor Ph.D. Degree in Interior Design examines the planning, technical elements, and decorative elements needed to design the interiors of residential and commercia...

PhD / DoctorateLevel
24 monthsDuration
Full TimeMode
—Intake
Arts, Design & Architecture
165PhD / Doctorate
BI Bircham International University logo
#80 in Spain Spain

Doctor PhD Degree International Business

Bircham International University — This Doctor Ph.D. Degree in International Business provides the theoretical basis and a practical analysis of actual international business. It covers the global environm...

PhD / DoctorateLevel
Average Duration: 24 months.Duration
Full TimeMode
—Intake
Business & Management
166PhD / Doctorate
BI Bircham International University logo
#80 in Spain Spain

Doctor PhD Degree International Cooperation

Bircham International University — The Doctor Ph.D. Degree International Cooperation via distance learning (Faculty of Arts & Humanities) studies international cooperation at all levels, including governme...

PhD / DoctorateLevel
Average Duration: 24 months.Duration
Full TimeMode
—Intake
167PhD / Doctorate
BI Bircham International University logo
#80 in Spain Spain

Doctor PhD Degree International Law

Bircham International University — This Doctor Ph.D. Degree in International Law via distance learning explains how international law and its organizations influence how nations and multinational companies...

PhD / DoctorateLevel
24 months (average duration)Duration
Full TimeMode
—Intake
Law
168PhD / Doctorate
BI Bircham International University logo
#80 in Spain Spain

Doctor PhD Degree International Relations

Bircham International University — The Doctor Ph.D. Degree in International Relations at Bircham International University via distance learning examines relationships in international governance. The degre...

PhD / DoctorateLevel
Average Duration: 24 months.Duration
Full TimeMode
—Intake
Social Sciences & Psychology

How these courses are ranked

2 of these universities hold a QS World position, from #438 (IE University) to #544 (Universidad de Zaragoza); they are listed first, in that order. Below them, universities follow their research output: Universidad de Zaragoza is cited most (4,770,254 citations). 2 universities have neither a QS position nor a research record yet and appear at the end, marked "Not yet ranked".

Inside the course list

The most common subjects are Business & Management (46), Engineering (31), Social Sciences & Psychology (19) and Life Sciences (12). The usual length is Average Duration: 24 months. and 24 months. 100% are full-time. Start dates lean to Fall (26% of courses with a stated intake) and Summer (3% of courses with a stated intake). Bircham International University offers the widest choice, with 285 of these courses.

Frequently asked questions

What are the top universities for PhD in Spain?

IE University (QS World #438), Universidad de Zaragoza (QS World #544) and Universitat Internacional de Catalunya (#58 in Spain) lead this list. QS World positions come first; the rest are ranked by research impact.

How long does a PhD course take in Spain?

Most listed courses run Average Duration: 24 months., with 24 months the next most common.

When do PhD courses start in Spain?

Fall is the main intake — 26% of courses with a stated start date begin then, and Summer is the second.

Which university has the most PhD courses in Spain?

Bircham International University, with 285, ahead of Universidad de Zaragoza (5).

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