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We have 647 interdisciplinary PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships

The “self-driving” laser

University of Southampton

Faculty of Engineering and Physical Sciences

Supervisory team. Dr Ben Mills and Dr James Grant-Jacob. This PhD will help build the next revolution, the “self-driving” laser, a new class of intelligent light sources that think for themselves. Read more

Supervisor: Dr B Mills

31 July 2026 PhD Research Project Competition Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)

PhD Position in Comparative Psychology

Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona

The Animal Minds Lab

The Animal Minds Lab investigates intelligence, emotions, and welfare across species. A central question driving our research is whether the human mind is an evolutionary one-off—or if similar cognitive mechanisms evolve repeatedly across species through convergent evolution. Read more

Supervisor: Dr A Taylor

Year round applications PhD Research Project Awaiting Funding Decision/Possible External Funding

Privacy and security risks in large language models

University of Southampton

Faculty of Engineering and Physical Sciences

Supervisory team. Dr Han Wu. Large Language Models (LLMs) like GPT-4 are transforming how we use information but also exposing new privacy and security risks. Read more

Supervisor: Dr HW Wu

31 August 2026 PhD Research Project Competition Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)

Mid-infrared hollow-core fibre and laser development

University of Southampton

Faculty of Engineering and Physical Sciences

Supervisory Team. Dr Ian Davidson, Dr Lin Xu and Professor Natalie Wheeler. About the Project. Read more

Supervisor: Dr I Davidson

31 July 2026 PhD Research Project Competition Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)

Transporting microplastic-laden bubbles through vortices (TRAP)

University of Southampton

Faculty of Engineering and Physical Sciences

Supervisory Team. Dr. Swathi Krishna and Dr. Ivo Peters. This PhD project might be for you if you are concerned about the growing microplastic contamination in our water bodies. Read more

Supervisor: Dr S Krishna

Year round applications PhD Research Project Competition Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)

Modulation-enabled silicon photonics for RGB light engines

University of Southampton

Faculty of Engineering and Physical Sciences

Supervisory Team. Dr Thalia Dominguez Bucio, Prof Frederic Gardes and Dr Ipsita Chakraborty. Join a cutting-edge project developing silicon photonic integrated circuits for Red, Green, and Blue (RGB) light modulation. Read more

Supervisor: Dr T Dominguez Bucio

31 July 2026 PhD Research Project Competition Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)

Optimising functional independence across the life and healthspan using neurostimulation

University of Leeds

Faculty of Biological Sciences

Neuroplasticity is integral to recovery and maintenance of functional independence as we age, and even more crucial in individuals with developmental disorders such as Cerebral Palsy and those with injuries to their brain and/or central nervous system (Spinal Cord Injury, Stroke, MS). Read more

Supervisors: Prof S L Astill, Dr R M Ichiyama

Year round applications PhD Research Project Self-Funded PhD Students Only

Detecting Dark Matter with Atomic Quantum Systems

University of Birmingham

School of Physics and Astronomy

Our understanding of the Universe and its fundamental constituents is conveyed by the Standard Model of particle physics and by General Relativity. Read more

Supervisor: Prof G Barontini

Year round applications PhD Research Project Competition Funded PhD Project (UK Students Only)

Novel materials and catalytic processes for the clean-up of organic pollutants in water

University of Sheffield

School of Mathematical and Physical Sciences

Research Group: Materials Chemistry

Clean water is one of the most pressing global challenges of our time, with major implications for health, sustainability, and industry. Read more

Supervisor: Dr M Conte

Year round applications PhD Research Project Self-Funded PhD Students Only

Technology Interventions in Fan Engagement and Sport Tourism

University of Birmingham

School of Sport, Exercise and Rehabilitation Sciences

Project Overview. Technology is reshaping the sport industry. From service robots and AI mascots to augmented and virtual reality, digital tools are increasingly used to enhance the fan experience, create new forms of engagement, and stimulate sport tourism. Read more

Supervisor: Dr Y F Feng

Year round applications PhD Research Project Self-Funded PhD Students Only

Artificial Medical Intelligence for precision and preventive healthcare

University of Southampton

Faculty of Engineering and Physical Sciences

Supervisory Team. Dr Rahman Attar. This PhD project focuses on Artificial Medical Intelligence, creating AI tools that anticipate risks rather than respond after disease develops. Read more

Supervisor: Dr R Attar

31 July 2026 PhD Research Project Competition Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)

Advanced beam shaping for next-generation fibre lasers

University of Southampton

Faculty of Engineering and Physical Sciences

Supervisory Team. Dr Yongmin Jung and Prof. Michalis Zervas. This project focuses on developing advanced fibre designs and novel devices for programmable spatial and polarization beam shaping, pushing the boundaries of fibre laser performance and versatility. . Read more

Supervisor: Dr Y Jung

31 July 2026 PhD Research Project Competition Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)

Ultrafast lasers and high-harmonic generation: Developing compact X‑ray sources for next‑generation imaging

University of Southampton

Faculty of Engineering and Physical Sciences

Supervisory Team. Dr Peter Horak and Dr Bill Brocklesby. This PhD offers the chance to exploit advanced computer simulations to drive experiments, pushing the boundaries of ultrafast science and opening new frontiers in physics and biomedical applications. Read more

Supervisor: Dr P Horak

31 August 2026 PhD Research Project Competition Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)

Virtual Reality for Home Medical Treatment: Exploring the User Experience for Patient and Healthcare Staff Training

Edinburgh Napier University

School of Arts and Creative Industries

Home treatment for various diseases offers a cost-effective and patient-centred alternative, but it requires individuals and their caregivers to perform complex procedures safely and consistently. Read more

Supervisor: Prof V Charisis

Year round applications PhD Research Project Self-Funded PhD Students Only

Next-Generation Functional Thin-Film Materials for Clean Energy and Net Zero Propulsion - ENG 281

University of Nottingham

Faculty of Engineering

We recommend that you apply early, as the advert will be removed once the position has been filled. Read more

Supervisor: Dr Z Kudrynskyi

Year round applications PhD Research Project Competition Funded PhD Project (UK Students Only)

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