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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.

169PhD / Doctorate
BI Bircham International University logo
#80 in Spain Spain

Doctor PhD Degree International Studies

Bircham International University — The Doctor Ph.D. Degree in International Studies (via distance learning) uses a cross-disciplinary approach to major political, economic, social, and cultural issues. It...

PhD / DoctorateLevel
Average Duration: 24 months.Duration
Full TimeMode
—Intake
170PhD / Doctorate
BI Bircham International University logo
#80 in Spain Spain

Doctor PhD Degree International Trade

Bircham International University — The Doctor Ph.D. Degree in International Trade by Bircham International University is a distance learning program focused on international trade economics, major governme...

PhD / DoctorateLevel
Average Duration: 24 months.Duration
Full TimeMode
—Intake
171PhD / Doctorate
BI Bircham International University logo
#80 in Spain Spain

Doctor PhD Degree Internet Studies

Bircham International University — The Doctor Ph.D. Degree in Internet Studies at Bircham International University is an interdisciplinary program that examines social, psychological, pedagogical, politica...

PhD / DoctorateLevel
24 monthsDuration
Full TimeMode
—Intake
172PhD / Doctorate
BI Bircham International University logo
#80 in Spain Spain

Doctor PhD Degree Iridology

Bircham International University — The Doctor Ph.D. Degree in Iridology at Bircham International University is a distance learning Doctor program in Natural Health Science. It focuses on Iridology via dist...

PhD / DoctorateLevel
Average Duration: 24 months.Duration
Full TimeMode
—Intake
173PhD / Doctorate
BI Bircham International University logo
#80 in Spain Spain

Doctor PhD Degree Journalism

Bircham International University — The Doctor Ph.D. Degree in Journalism at Bircham International University is delivered via distance learning for adults and professionals. The program trains students in...

PhD / DoctorateLevel
Average Duration: 24 months.Duration
Full TimeMode
—Intake
Media & Communication
174PhD / Doctorate
BI Bircham International University logo
#80 in Spain Spain

Doctor PhD Degree Kinesiology

Bircham International University — The Doctor Ph.D. Degree in Kinesiology via distance learning is part of Bircham International University’s Doctor Ph.D. programs in Natural Health Science. The program fo...

PhD / DoctorateLevel
24 months (average duration).Duration
Full TimeMode
—Intake
Sports & Recreation
175PhD / Doctorate
BI Bircham International University logo
#80 in Spain Spain

Doctor PhD Degree Language Studies

Bircham International University — The Doctor Ph.D. Degree in Language Studies via distance learning provides an understanding of the general nature of human language, including its structure and use. It o...

PhD / DoctorateLevel
24 monthsDuration
Full TimeMode
—Intake
Languages & Linguistics
176PhD / Doctorate
BI Bircham International University logo
#80 in Spain Spain

Doctor PhD Degree Legal Science

Bircham International University — The Doctor Ph.D. Degree in Legal Science at Bircham International University is a conceptual study of laws, legal regulations, and justice. The program is designed to com...

PhD / DoctorateLevel
Average Duration: 24 months.Duration
Full TimeMode
—Intake
Law
177PhD / Doctorate
BI Bircham International University logo
#80 in Spain Spain

Doctor PhD Degree Library Data Management

Bircham International University — The Doctor Ph.D. Degree in Library & Data Management via distance learning helps students understand how to assist researchers with the organization, management, and cura...

PhD / DoctorateLevel
Average Duration: 24 months.Duration
Full TimeMode
—Intake
Business & Management
178PhD / Doctorate
BI Bircham International University logo
#80 in Spain Spain

Doctor PhD Degree Linguistics

Bircham International University — The Doctor Ph.D. Degree in Linguistics via distance learning focuses on the structural and interpretive parts of language, including morphology, phonetics, phonology, syn...

PhD / DoctorateLevel
24 monthsDuration
Full TimeMode
—Intake
Languages & Linguistics
179PhD / Doctorate
BI Bircham International University logo
#80 in Spain Spain

Doctor PhD Degree Livestock Animal Science

Bircham International University — The Doctor Ph.D. Degree in Livestock & Animal Science examines animal science topics such as major species, nutrition, digestion, feeds, genetics, reproduction, disease,...

PhD / DoctorateLevel
Average Duration: 24 months.Duration
Full TimeMode
—Intake
Veterinary & Animal Sciences
180PhD / Doctorate
BI Bircham International University logo
#80 in Spain Spain

Doctor PhD Degree Logistics

Bircham International University — The Doctor Ph.D. Degree in Logistics at Bircham International University is a distance learning program focused on the management of goods, information, and other resourc...

PhD / DoctorateLevel
Average Duration: 24 months.Duration
Full TimeMode
—Intake
Business & Management
181PhD / Doctorate
BI Bircham International University logo
#80 in Spain Spain

Doctor PhD Degree Maintenance Engineering Management

Bircham International University — The Doctor Ph.D. Degree in Maintenance Engineering Management via distance learning addresses professional work in engineering maintenance and industrial organization. It...

PhD / DoctorateLevel
24 months (average duration)Duration
Full TimeMode
open for adults over 27 years of ageIntake
Engineering
182PhD / Doctorate
BI Bircham International University logo
#80 in Spain Spain

Doctor PhD Degree Management Information Systems

Bircham International University — This Doctor Ph.D. Degree in Management Information Systems prepares professionals for business positions by focusing on business use of computers, software, and networks....

PhD / DoctorateLevel
Average Duration: 24 months.Duration
Full TimeMode
—Intake
Computer Science & IT
183PhD / Doctorate
BI Bircham International University logo
#80 in Spain Spain

Doctor PhD Degree Management Science

Bircham International University — The Doctor Ph.D. Degree in Management Science via distance learning at Bircham International University reviews management related to strategy, entrepreneurship, innovati...

PhD / DoctorateLevel
24 monthsDuration
Full TimeMode
—Intake
Business & Management
184PhD / Doctorate
BI Bircham International University logo
#80 in Spain Spain

Doctor PhD Degree Marine Biology

Bircham International University — The Doctor Ph.D. Degree in Marine Biology at Bircham International University is a distance-learning doctoral program focused on the scientific study of marine life, incl...

PhD / DoctorateLevel
Average Duration: 24 months.Duration
Full TimeMode
—Intake
Life Sciences
185PhD / Doctorate
BI Bircham International University logo
#80 in Spain Spain

Doctor PhD Degree Marine Ecosystems

Bircham International University — The Doctor Ph.D. Degree in Marine Ecosystems is a distance-learning doctorate in marine ecology. It studies how marine organisms interact with each other and the environm...

PhD / DoctorateLevel
24 months (average duration)Duration
Full TimeMode
—Intake
186PhD / Doctorate
BI Bircham International University logo
#80 in Spain Spain

Doctor PhD Degree Marine Science

Bircham International University — This Doctor Ph.D. Degree in Marine Science focuses on the principles governing oceans, sea currents, water composition, and marine life. It covers physical, geological, a...

PhD / DoctorateLevel
Average Duration: 24 months.Duration
Full TimeMode
—Intake
187PhD / Doctorate
BI Bircham International University logo
#80 in Spain Spain

Doctor PhD Degree Maritime Port Management

Bircham International University — The Doctor Ph.D. Degree in Maritime Port Management via distance learning covers port activities and maritime transport. It explains how port managers can understand how...

PhD / DoctorateLevel
24 monthsDuration
Full TimeMode
any time in the yearIntake
Business & Management
188PhD / Doctorate
BI Bircham International University logo
#80 in Spain Spain

Doctor PhD Degree Marketing Communication

Bircham International University — The Doctor Ph.D. Degree in Marketing & Communication at Bircham International University is a distance learning doctorate in the Faculty of Business & Media. It emphasize...

PhD / DoctorateLevel
Average Duration: 24 months.Duration
Full TimeMode
—Intake
Business & Management
191PhD / Doctorate
BI Bircham International University logo
#80 in Spain Spain

Doctor PhD Degree Mathematics

Bircham International University — The Doctor Ph.D. Degree in Mathematics evaluates the application of mathematics as a tool for engineers and scientists, covering arithmetic, algebra, geometry, trigonomet...

PhD / DoctorateLevel
24 monthsDuration
Full TimeMode
—Intake
Science
192PhD / Doctorate
BI Bircham International University logo
#80 in Spain Spain

Doctor PhD Degree Mechanical Engineering

Bircham International University — The Doctor Ph.D. Degree in Mechanical Engineering at Bircham International University studies the theory, analysis, design, and practice of mechanics, kinematics, and mac...

PhD / DoctorateLevel
Average Duration: 24 months.Duration
Full TimeMode
—Intake
Engineering

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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