phd RESEARCH
Excellence and leadership in doctoral research
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Our renowned PhD programs expand your knowledge while solving critical societal challenges.
Guided by world-class faculty
Work alongside renowned researchers at the leading edge of their fields
Institutes and centers
Collaborate with experts within our interdisciplinary institutes, where high-impact research flourishes
Global partnerships across our campuses
Access experts, labs, and resources at campuses across our global university system to explore new ideas in different contexts and advance your work
OUR UNIQUE APPROACH
Deepen your exploration through experience
All our PhD programs offer unique opportunities to take time outside your research group to work in industry, government, or academia. These experiences help shape your own research, deepen your exploration, and test ideas in the real world. You’ll also expand your career network.
Industry PhD
Through this first-of-its-kind program co-developed by Northeastern and employers, pursue your PhD as you continue to work full time, while gaining deep expertise, cutting-edge skills, and mentorship.
LEADERs
In this certificate program, you’ll earn placements at employer partner sites, where you’ll gain the cultural agility, collaboration, and communication skills to be effective researchers and leaders.
Experiential PhD Fellowship
With the sponsorship of partner organizations, conduct research and get training in an area of your interest alongside experienced professionals across industries and sectors.
Experiential Postdoc
With the sponsorship of partner organizations, conduct research and get training in an area of your interest alongside experienced professionals across industries and sectors.
Global PhD
Split your time between multiple campuses in Northeastern’s global system, or between Northeastern and a partnering international university, and receive a dual doctoral degree.
RESEARCH SPOTLIGHT
Preparing for sea level rise
Johanna L’Heureux, a PhD student in marine and environmental science, tracks how plants in salt marshes contribute to the carbon storage process. Her work is supported by a National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration fellowship.
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Commercialization
Protect your IP, strengthen your grant application, or commercialize your technology with the support of our Center for Research Innovation
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Funding opportunities
Find pre- and postdoctoral fellowships to advance your research and explore new fields
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PhD Network
A network that works with Northeastern’s colleges to produce career-ready, dynamic researchers with the deep knowledge and real-world skills and literacies they need to shape global and societal solutions—in academia and industry
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