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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.

193PhD / Doctorate
BI Bircham International University logo
#80 in Spain Spain

Doctor PhD Degree Mechatronic Engineering

Bircham International University — Bircham International University offers a Doctor Ph.D. Degree in Mechatronic Engineering through distance learning. The program focuses on integrating electrical and mech...

PhD / DoctorateLevel
24 monthsDuration
Full TimeMode
—Intake
Engineering
194PhD / Doctorate
BI Bircham International University logo
#80 in Spain Spain

Doctor PhD Degree Media Communications

Bircham International University — The Doctor Ph.D. Degree in Media & Communications (via distance learning) studies how media affects society and how media can be used to communicate different messages. I...

PhD / DoctorateLevel
24 months (average duration)Duration
Full TimeMode
—Intake
Media & Communication
195PhD / Doctorate
BI Bircham International University logo
#80 in Spain Spain

Doctor PhD Degree Meteorology

Bircham International University — Bircham International University offers a Doctor Ph.D. Degree in Meteorology via distance learning. The program covers the atmosphere, including weather, climate, and cli...

PhD / DoctorateLevel
Average Duration: 24 months.Duration
Full TimeMode
—Intake
196PhD / Doctorate
BI Bircham International University logo
#80 in Spain Spain

Doctor PhD Degree Microbiology Immunology

Bircham International University — The Doctor Ph.D. Degree in Microbiology & Immunology is a distance learning program that describes microbiology and immunology for health professionals. It discusses emer...

PhD / DoctorateLevel
Average Duration: 24 months.Duration
Full TimeMode
at any time in the yearIntake
Life Sciences
197PhD / Doctorate
BI Bircham International University logo
#80 in Spain Spain

Doctor PhD Degree Microfinance

Bircham International University — The Doctor Ph.D. Degree in Microfinance at Bircham International University is a distance learning program focused on microfinance, including banking services for unemplo...

PhD / DoctorateLevel
Average Duration: 24 months.Duration
Full TimeMode
—Intake
Professional Accounting & Finance
198PhD / Doctorate
BI Bircham International University logo
#80 in Spain Spain

Doctor PhD Degree Military Engineering

Bircham International University — The Doctor Ph.D. Degree in Military Engineering via distance learning focuses on the design and building of military facilities and the maintenance of military lines of t...

PhD / DoctorateLevel
24 monthsDuration
Full TimeMode
—Intake
Engineering
199PhD / Doctorate
BI Bircham International University logo
#80 in Spain Spain

Doctor PhD Degree Military Strategy

Bircham International University — The Doctor Ph.D. Degree in Military Strategy at Bircham International University studies the art and concepts of warfare, from the beginnings of recorded history to the p...

PhD / DoctorateLevel
24 monthsDuration
Full TimeMode
—Intake
200PhD / Doctorate
BI Bircham International University logo
#80 in Spain Spain

Doctor PhD Degree Mindfulness

Bircham International University — The Doctor Ph.D. Degree Mindfulness via distance learning is a mindfulness doctorate in Psychology. It explains mindfulness as meditation that focuses on being intensely...

PhD / DoctorateLevel
24 months (average duration)Duration
Full TimeMode
—Intake
201PhD / Doctorate
BI Bircham International University logo
#80 in Spain Spain

Doctor PhD Degree Mining Engineering

Bircham International University — This Doctor Ph.D. Degree in Mining Engineering via distance learning covers mining technology and the tasks a mining engineer performs across a mine’s life cycle, includi...

PhD / DoctorateLevel
Average Duration: 24 months.Duration
Full TimeMode
—Intake
Engineering
202PhD / Doctorate
BI Bircham International University logo
#80 in Spain Spain

Doctor PhD Degree Molecular Cell Biology

Bircham International University — The Doctor Ph.D. Degree in Molecular Cell Biology (Life & Earth Sciences) uses distance learning to provide information and understanding in molecular cell biology, i...

PhD / DoctorateLevel
Average Duration: 24 months.Duration
Full TimeMode
—Intake
Life Sciences
203PhD / Doctorate
BI Bircham International University logo
#80 in Spain Spain

Doctor PhD Degree Multimedia Design

Bircham International University — The Doctor Ph.D. Degree in Multimedia Design at Bircham International University is a distance-learning doctorate within Arts and Humanities. Students develop knowledge a...

PhD / DoctorateLevel
Average Duration: 24 months.Duration
Full TimeMode
—Intake
Media & Communication
204PhD / Doctorate
BI Bircham International University logo
#80 in Spain Spain

Doctor PhD Degree Museology

Bircham International University — The Doctor Ph.D. Degree in Museology via distance learning introduces museology and museum management. It covers the management of human and fiscal resources, collections...

PhD / DoctorateLevel
Average Duration: 24 months.Duration
Full TimeMode
Open for adults over 27 years of age.Intake
205PhD / Doctorate
BI Bircham International University logo
#80 in Spain Spain

Doctor PhD Degree Music Therapy

Bircham International University — This Doctor Ph.D. Degree in Music Therapy via distance learning explores how music interventions can support therapeutic goals and improve a patient’s quality of life. St...

PhD / DoctorateLevel
Average Duration: 24 months.Duration
Full TimeMode
—Intake
Music & Performing Arts
206PhD / Doctorate
BI Bircham International University logo
#80 in Spain Spain

Doctor PhD Degree Mythology Occultism

Bircham International University — The Doctor Ph.D. Degree in Mythology & Occultism at Bircham International University is a distance learning program that critically explores mythological traditions and e...

PhD / DoctorateLevel
24 monthsDuration
Full TimeMode
—Intake
207PhD / Doctorate
BI Bircham International University logo
#80 in Spain Spain

Doctor PhD Degree Natural Beauty Cosmetics

Bircham International University — The Doctor Ph.D. Degree in Natural Beauty & Cosmetics via distance learning focuses on beauty care using natural products. Students study information on natural products...

PhD / DoctorateLevel
Average Duration: 24 months.Duration
Full TimeMode
—Intake
209PhD / Doctorate
BI Bircham International University logo
#80 in Spain Spain

Doctor PhD Degree Natural Health Science

Bircham International University — The Doctor Ph.D. Degree in Natural Health Science at Bircham International University is a distance learning program focused on natural medicine principles. It covers how...

PhD / DoctorateLevel
24 months (average duration)Duration
Full TimeMode
—Intake
Medicine & Health Sciences
210PhD / Doctorate
BI Bircham International University logo
#80 in Spain Spain

Doctor PhD Degree Naturopathy

Bircham International University — Bircham International University offers a Doctor Ph.D. Degree in Naturopathy via distance learning. The program focuses on natural health science and how traditional wate...

PhD / DoctorateLevel
Average Duration: 24 months.Duration
Full TimeMode
—Intake
211PhD / Doctorate
BI Bircham International University logo
#80 in Spain Spain

Doctor PhD Degree Networks Science

Bircham International University — This Doctor Ph.D. Degree in Networks Science focuses on the study of patterns of connection in physical and social phenomena. Networks support users in sharing resources,...

PhD / DoctorateLevel
24 months (average duration).Duration
Full TimeMode
—Intake
Computer Science & IT
212PhD / Doctorate
BI Bircham International University logo
#80 in Spain Spain

Doctor PhD Degree Neural Brain Science

Bircham International University — The Doctor Ph.D. Degree in Neural & Brain Science at Bircham International University via distance learning studies the relationship between the brain and behavior, from...

PhD / DoctorateLevel
24 monthsDuration
Full TimeMode
—Intake
214PhD / Doctorate
BI Bircham International University logo
#80 in Spain Spain

Doctor PhD Degree Noetic Science

Bircham International University — This Doctor Ph.D. Degree in Noetic Science is a multidisciplinary distance-learning program in Arts and Humanities. It uses scientific tools and techniques alongside subj...

PhD / DoctorateLevel
24 monthsDuration
Full TimeMode
—Intake
215PhD / Doctorate
BI Bircham International University logo
#80 in Spain Spain

Doctor PhD Degree Nutrition Diet Therapy

Bircham International University — The Doctor Ph.D. Degree in Nutrition & Diet Therapy via distance learning focuses on nutrition-based therapies to prevent and treat common diseases and disorders. It...

PhD / DoctorateLevel
24 monthsDuration
Full TimeMode
—Intake
Medicine & Health Sciences

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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