UK

•  Tuition Fee: 26,000 - 45,000 USD per year
•  Duration:
  • Full-time PhDs: 3-4 years
  • Thesis extension: Up to 4 years
•  Intakes:
  • September
  • January
  • April

USA

•  Tuition Fee: 28,000-40,000 USD per year
•  Duration: Full-time PhDs: Typically 5-6 years, but may extend to 8-10 years.
•  Intakes:
  •  Fall: Starts in September
  •  Spring:Starts in January (best for students missing the September intake)
  •  Summer:Limited programs starting in May

Australia

•  Tuition Fee: 20,000 - 36,600 USD per year
• Full-time : 3 years
• Part-timePart-time: Up to 6 years (not usually available for international students)
•  Intakes:
  • February
  • July
  • September and November (limited intakes)

Canada

•  Tuition Fee: 28,000-40,000 USD per year
•  Duration: Typically 5+ years
•  Intakes:
  • Fall : Starts in September (most popular)
  • WinterStarts in January (alternative to September)
  • SummerStarts in May (limited programs)

New Zealand

•  Tuition Fee: 18,000 – 30,000 USD per year
•  Duration: 3-4 years
  • Part-time: Not available for international students
•  Intakes:
  • Semester 1 : February to June
  • Semester 2July to November

Malta

•  Tuition Fee: 7,000-10,000 USD per year
•  Duration: 3-5 years
•  Intakes:
  • October : Main Intake
  • FebruarySecondary intake
  • Special Programs: Malta offers specialized PhD programs with a strong focus on research in fields like science, health, and information technology. The small yet vibrant academic community provides a unique research environment, with opportunities to collaborate with European institutions. Malta is ideal for students looking for high-quality education in a peaceful and culturally rich setting.

Poland

•  Tuition Fee: 4,000-9,000 USD per year
•  Duration: 3-4 years
•  Intakes:
  • October : Main Intake
  • FebruarySecondary intake
  • Special Programs: Poland is known for its excellent PhD programs in areas such as engineering, IT, medicine, and the humanities. Many universities offer English-taught PhD programs, providing a multicultural research environment. With access to a vibrant European academic network and affordable living costs, Poland is an increasingly popular destination for international PhD students.

Dubai

•  Tuition Fee: 10,000 - 25,000 USD per year
•  Duration: 3-4 years
•  Intakes:
  • September : Main Intake
  • JanuarySecondary intake for select programs
  • Special Programs: Dubai’s PhD programs are research-intensive and globally recognized, offering strong connections to industries in the Middle East. Many programs are linked with global corporations and research centers, making it an ideal destination for those aiming for academic and professional excellence in fields like business, technology, and engineering.

Cyprus

•  Tuition Fee: 5,000-10,000 USD per year
•  Duration: 3-4 years
•  Intakes:
  • September : Main Intake
  • FebruarySecondary intake for select programs
  • Special Programs: Cyprus offers PhD programs with a strong focus on business, tourism, and technology. With high-quality research opportunities and a growing academic reputation, Cyprus is becoming a preferred destination for international students seeking an affordable yet academically challenging PhD experience. Its strategic location also offers great access to both European and Middle Eastern markets.