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2026 PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships

We have 1,213 2026 PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships

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Examining professional practice with intersex service users in health and social care (HHS-2026-20)

Intersex is an umbrella term for people whose sex characteristics do not fit with those considered typical for males and females, including chromosomes, hormones, and reproductive organs. Read more
 Supervisors: Dr K Wood, Dr E Heavey
 30 October 2026  PhD Research Project  Funded PhD Project (UK Students Only)
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Experiences of African migrant nurses with career progression in the UK National Health Service (HHS-2026-28)

African migrant nurses (AMN) are a vital part of the UK NHS workforce, yet evidence points to uneven career progression, under representation in senior roles, and experiences of deskilling or stalled development. Read more
 Supervisor: Dr PA Duodu
 30 October 2026  PhD Research Project  Funded PhD Project (UK Students Only)
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Review of the literature of simulation-based learning to enhance application of theory to practice in occupational therapy (HHS-2026-32)

This MSc research fee waiver project is funded by the University of Huddersfield, and we are seeking to attract a candidate with an interest in developing their research skills and knowledge and contribute too the knowledge base around simulation-based learning in occupational therapy. Read more
 Supervisor: Dr V Barry
 30 October 2026  PhD Research Project  Funded PhD Project (UK Students Only)
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A reight / raat / right good sound: PRICE vowel variation across three West Yorkshire boroughs (HHS-2026-29)

This project explores the regional identity of West Yorkshire accents, specifically the distribution of the PRICE vowel sound (as produced in words like ‘price’, ‘fight’, ‘sky’). Read more
 Supervisor: Dr T Devlin
 30 October 2026  PhD Research Project  Funded PhD Project (UK Students Only)
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The Effect of a Slow Breathing Intervention on Psychological Response and Penalty Kick Performance in Professional Football Players During a High-Pressure Protocol (HHS-2026-23)

The ability to regulate emotions and perform optimally under pressure is critical in elite sport. Read more
 Supervisor: Dr L Ellis
 30 October 2026  PhD Research Project  Funded PhD Project (UK Students Only)
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Effects of Strength and Conditioning on Golf Swing Biomechanics and Injury Risk Markers in Golfers (HHS-2026-22)

This PhD project investigates the effectiveness of strength and conditioning (S&C) programmes in enhancing golf swing biomechanics and reducing injury risk in golfers. Read more
 Supervisor: Dr J Shaw
 30 October 2026  PhD Research Project  Funded PhD Project (UK Students Only)
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An experimental investigation of intimate partner violence within same sex couple relationships (HHS-2026-18)

Intimate partner violence (IPV) refers to behaviours within an intimate relationship that result in physical, sexual, psychological, or economic harm, and represents one of the most common forms of violence globally (Blaydes et al., 2025; Wathen et al., 2024). Read more
 Supervisor: Dr DH Hunt
 30 October 2026  PhD Research Project  Funded PhD Project (UK Students Only)
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Supporting success in social work practice learning: Early identification and support for students at risk of placement failure (HHS-2026-21)

This project will explore how students experiencing difficulties during social work placements can be identified and supported at an early stage to improve outcomes and strengthen practice learning partnerships. Read more
 Supervisor: Dr L Olivant
 30 October 2026  PhD Research Project  Funded PhD Project (UK Students Only)
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Experiencing Transitions Under Probation Supervision (HHS-2026-19)

This PhD will explore how individuals experience the transitions that shape individual journeys throughout probation supervision, focusing on the social, emotional, and structural transitions that occur as they move between different stages of the criminal justice process. Read more
 Supervisor: Dr V Barrett
 30 October 2026  PhD Research Project  Funded PhD Project (UK Students Only)
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Influence of the food environment and food insecurity on dietary self-management behaviours among adults with type 2 diabetes in Ghana (HHS-2026-27)

Type 2 diabetes is a leading non-communicable disease globally and requires sustained self-management to prevent complications and improve quality of life. Read more
 Supervisor: Dr PA Duodu
 30 October 2026  PhD Research Project  Funded PhD Project (UK Students Only)
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How well do visual impairment simulations replicate true impairment when assessing physical health, gait, and mobility? (HHS-2026-24)

Approximately 2 million people in the UK live with visual impairments (VI) that significantly affect their daily activities and independence. Read more
 Supervisor: Dr M Fish
 30 October 2026  PhD Research Project  Funded PhD Project (UK Students Only)
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Co-designing a mobile health-based dietary education intervention to improve dietary self-management adherence among adults with type 2 diabetes in Ghana (HHS-2026-26)

Type 2 diabetes is a major public health challenge. Effective self-management is essential for preventing complications and improving quality of life. Read more
 Supervisor: Dr PA Duodu
 30 October 2026  PhD Research Project  Funded PhD Project (UK Students Only)
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Climate-resilient cathodes for Refuellable Magnesium-Air batteries (CREMA) (Ref: FP-DB-2026)

  Research Group: EECS Lab (Electrochemical Energy Conversion & Storage Laboratory)
This PhD studentship (UK students only), titled “Climate-resilient cathodes for Refuellable Magnesium-Air batteries (CREMA)” at Loughborough University, focuses on advancing next-generation battery technologies for sustainable energy storage. Read more
 Supervisors: Dr D Bae, Prof S Calnan
 28 July 2026  PhD Research Project  Funded PhD Project (UK Students Only)
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Poor Quality Housing, Domestic Fire Risk and the Prevention Agenda: The Role of the Fire and Rescue Services in Cross-Sector Housing Safety (HHS-2026-06)

Poor quality housing is widely recognised as a key determinant of health and wellbeing, yet its relationship with domestic fire risk remains underexplored. Read more
 Supervisor: Dr T Simcock
 30 October 2026  PhD Research Project  Funded PhD Project (UK Students Only)
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The feasibility of the improving fit, comfort and functionality of mounted police personal protective equipment (PPE) (HHS-2026-04)

This project will evaluate how standard riding equipment, on-duty equipment, and public order personal protective equipment (PPE) influence the comfort, mobility, posture, task performance, and safety of mounted police officers. Read more
 Supervisor: Dr J Blackburn
 30 October 2026  PhD Research Project  Funded PhD Project (UK Students Only)

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