13 PhD Programmes in Central America and Caribbean for 2024
- The Valley, Anguilla
Part time
3 years
Distance learning
English
The online Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) program (180 ECTS) of the Global Humanistic University will provide you with research and information management skills, analysis and problem-solving capabilities, interpersonal and leadership competencies, and will help you with your self-management and work habits, as well as your written and oral communication aptitudes.
- Panama City, Panama
- Harrisburg, USA
Full time
3 years
On-Campus
English
The doctoral program offers a course of study that emphasizes a strong foundation in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics disciplines. Doctoral candidates are required to complete six doctoral-level courses (18 semester hours); 6 semester hours in a formal research seminar; and 12 semester hours of dissertation work. In the second year (or equivalent), doctoral candidates participate in an informal, non-credit (but required) research symposium to provide exposure to current and interesting research in the student’s field(s) of interest and industry needs, seeking trends for research and innovation.
- Portsmouth, Dominica
Part time
On-Campus
English
The primary mission of the educational programmes in Social Work is consistent with the mission of the profession: to enhance human well-being and help meet the basic human needs of all people, with particular attention to the needs and empowerment of people who are vulnerable, oppressed, and living in poverty.
Doctorate in Organisational and Political Psychology
International University For Graduate Studies - IUGS
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- Portsmouth, Dominica
Part time
On-Campus
English
IUGS students are typically mid-career professionals who completed post-baccalaureate coursework. Students who need additional coursework to fulfill their requirements will be provided the opportunity to take the course(s) at another accredited institution or through independent study at IUGS.
Doctorate in Marriage and Family Therapy
International University For Graduate Studies - IUGS
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- Portsmouth, Dominica
Part time
On-Campus
English
Marriage and Family Therapy
Doctorate in Management and Applied Economics
International University For Graduate Studies - IUGS
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- Portsmouth, Dominica
Part time
On-Campus
English
IUGS’s Management and Applied Economics Programme have a primary mission to enhance the student’s ability to serve his or her profession through graduate degree studies.
- Portsmouth, Dominica
Part time
On-Campus
English
The Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Library and Information Science is available to librarians who are ABD or have two masters' degrees, one that is ALA accredited Library Science and one in another discipline, or the equivalent coursework.
- Portsmouth, Dominica
Part time
Blended
English
The Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) may be undertaken in any discipline within the Arts or Sciences. The degree offers ABDs or those who have earned sixty-six graduate credits from an accredited institution the opportunity to complete their doctoral studies.
Doctorate in Philosophy in Education with a specialization in Teaching
Universidad Ana G. Méndez - Recinto de Cupey
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- San Juan, Puerto Rico
Full time, Part time
On-Campus
Spanish
All of our programs are duly licensed by the Puerto Rico Education Council (CEPR) and accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education (MSCHE). At the undergraduate level (teacher preparation programs), we have specialized accreditation granted by The Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation (CAEP).
Doctorado en Ciencias Ambientales (Química, Biología o Manejo Ambiental)
Universidad Ana G. Méndez – Recinto de Gurabo
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- Gurabo, Puerto Rico
Full time, Part time
5 years
On-Campus
Spanish
This program may have an emphasis on research with a focus on Chemistry or Biology. It consists of a total of 56 credits, of which 17 are core courses on basic aspects of environmental issues such as water, air, soil, legislation, and experimental design; 18 specialization credits, and 21 credits are destined for research.
- Portsmouth, Dominica
Part time
Blended
English
The Master of Arts and Doctor of Philosophy programmes in Parapsychology seek to provide evidenced-based instruction and opportunities for significant research to mature individuals with a clear interest in understanding complex, often misrepresented and misunderstood phenomena of human life.
Doctorate in Philosophy with a specialty in Physical Education
Universidad Ana G. Méndez - Recinto de Cupey
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- San Juan, Puerto Rico
Full time, Part time
On-Campus
Spanish
All of our programs are duly licensed by the Puerto Rico Education Council (CEPR) and accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education (MSCHE). At the undergraduate level (teacher preparation programs), we have specialized accreditation granted by The Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation (CAEP).
Doctorado en Psicología con especialidad en Consejería Psicológica
Universidad Ana G. Méndez – Recinto de Gurabo
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- Gurabo, Puerto Rico
Full time, Part time
3 years
On-Campus
Spanish
The programs' objectives are to train competent health service providers in psychology to provide assessment and counseling services both in private practice or within a mental health organization or hospital. The program’s curriculum and training core were developed according to the American Psychological Association (APA) accreditation criteria and enhance the pre-required master’s degree in psychology knowledge and competencies acquired in such a program.