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Research degrees
PhDs and doctorates
Explore your areas of interest in greater depth
Discover our PhD and doctorate courses here, or find out more at one of our postgraduate events.
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Research and develop specific aspects of your academic or professional practice.
We also deliver a training programme that will help you to develop your research and professional skills, enhance your CV and your employability.
Our PhDs and doctorates
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)
Research a topic of your choice and write a thesis of up to 100,000 words. You can study your PhD in York or by distance learning...
Practice-led Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)
Combine a research project with your creative practice to write a thesis as well as create a practical piece. This course is only available in the School of the Arts and the School of Humanities...
Doctor of Philosophy (by Published Work)
This PhD award is a recognition of your previously published research, your work and your knowledge. Immerse yourself in writing a critical review of your chosen specialism and showcasing your passion for your chosen topic...
Professional Doctorate in Counselling Psychology
This course is for those who want to work as a Counselling Psychologist. The course includes training in theory, clinical practice and research...
Doctor of Education
Research specific aspects of your professional practice. Develop the knowledge and skills you need for a leadership role...
Postgraduate Research School
The Postgraduate Research School offers comprehensive support and direction to postgraduate researchers from the start to the completion of your research degree.
Conferences and events
As a postgraduate researcher, you will get free attendance at our annual research conferences. You will get the chance to present your own research.
Graduate Centre
Our John Brindley Graduate Centre is home to a community of active researchers. It is a social hub where you can interact with fellow researchers across all subject areas.
