Verified programme directory
PhD in France
124 verified PhD programmes across 15 fields at 50 universities in France. At least 49 are taught in English. Every programme links to the university's own page: no agency rewrites, no commissions.
Fields, by programme count
- Humanities20 · 2 EN
- Business Administration16 · 9 EN
- Computer Science15 · 11 EN
- Social Sciences15 · 3 EN
- Mechanical Engineering13 · 1 EN
- Physics & Astronomy7 · 5 EN
- Artificial Intelligence & ML5 · 4 EN
- Economics5 · 4 EN
- Electrical & Electronics Engineering5 · 2 EN
- Mathematics & Statistics5 · 3 EN
- Chemistry4 · 1 EN
- Education & Teaching4
- Law & Legal Studies4 · 1 EN
- Environmental & Earth Sciences3
- Finance & Accounting3 · 3 EN
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Common questions
How many PhD programmes does France have?
Our verified catalogue holds 124 PhD programmes in France across 15 fields at 50 universities, each linked to its official university page.
Can I do a PhD degree in France in English?
Yes. At least 49 of the 124 programmes are taught in English, per the language each university publishes. See the English-taught breakdown for this level.
What does a PhD in France cost?
Tuition (public unis, non-EU): €2,902/yr Licence · €3,950/yr Master (2026/27). Proof of funds: €877.50/month minimum (from 1 Aug 2026). The full cost picture is in our costs and funding guide for France.
Which would actually admit you?
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