10 Popular PhD Subjects

Dec 27, 2022

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Dr Tushar Chauhan

One of the most popular subjects for doing PhD, is Biology. Interestingly, the UK started awarding the PhD in biology (science) for the very first time.

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PhD in Biology

PhD in computer science is another popular subject that is awarded for doing original research in any field of computer science.

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PhD in Computer Science

PhD in pure and applied physics is also the most popular subject for a doctorate. Astrophysics, theoretical physics, quantum physics and nuclear physics are popular topics.

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PhD in Physics

Germany started awarding PhD in Education in 1652. It’s still the most popular non-scientific field of research.

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PhD Education

PhD in pure and applied psychology is also very common among students. Common research topics are human psychology, forensic psychology and criminal behavior, etc.

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PhD in Psychology

A large number of students who are doing graduation in science are going for PhD in chemistry. Common research topics are organic, inorganic and biochemistry.

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PhD in Chemistry

PhD in Language is also well-penetrated in the Arts stream. It’s the first priority for students in arts and humanities.

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PhD in Language

PhD in Social Science is another popular subject in which students conduct research on various social issues.

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PhD in Social Science

Medical and biology students prefer to go for PhD in Medical Science. Such subjects are some of the rare ones which have higher earning potential.

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PhD in Medical Science

The last one of the most popular PhD degrees is PhD in literature in which students conduct research on various pieces of literature of their culture.

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PhD in literature

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