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We have 834 part-time PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships

Developing Bio‑Inspired Adaptive Materials for Next‑Generation Neuromorphic Devices (Ref: CM/PR-SF1/2026)

Loughborough University

Department of Chemistry

This project aims to design, study, and understand materials that mimic the behaviour of biological tissues, opening the door to electronics that can learn, adapt, and process information efficiently. Read more

Supervisors: Prof P Roach, Dr E Hill

1 July 2027 PhD Research Project Self-Funded PhD Students Only

Synthesis of Fluorinated Heterocycles (Ref: CM/MK-SF2/2026)

Loughborough University

Department of Chemistry

This project will involve synthetic organic chemistry to prepare novel nitrogen heterocyclic compounds based (including pyridones, cinnolines or quinoxalines) using nucleophilic aromatic substitution (SNAr) of fluoroarenes to allow rapid construction of small molecules of interest as drug candidates as antibiotics, anti-cancer agents or against Neglected Tropical Diseases. Read more

Supervisors: Dr G Weaver, Dr M Kimber

31 December 2026 PhD Research Project Self-Funded PhD Students Only

Astrocyte Metabolism as Inspiration for Ultra‑Efficient Neuromorphic Computing (Ref: CM/EH-SF1/2026)

Loughborough University

Department of Chemistry

Astrocytes (the brain’s most abundant glial cells) play a crucial role in energy management, information processing, and neural support. Read more

Supervisors: Dr E Hill, Prof P Roach

1 July 2027 PhD Research Project Self-Funded PhD Students Only

Photothermal Catalysis for Selective Upcycling of Polyolefin Plastic Waste

The University of Manchester

Department of Materials

Developing novel and efficient strategies for plastics recycling is critical to achieve the UK Net Zero strategy. Mechanical recycling based on thermal processability of plastics is the only widely adopted technology for largescale treatment of plastic waste. Read more

Supervisors: Dr S Xu, Dr X Fan, Prof C Hardacre

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

Electrified catalytic processes for green fuels production via N2 fixation and CO2 conversion

The University of Manchester

Department of Materials

The transition to a low-carbon energy system requires sustainable methods for converting carbon dioxide (CO2) or N2 into useful fuels and chemicals. Read more

Supervisors: Dr S Xu, Dr X Fan

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

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Reinforcement Learning for Autonomous (De)(Re)Manufacturing of High-Value Products (Ref: SF-JO-2026/2)

Loughborough University

Wolfson School of Mechanical, Electrical and Manufacturing Engineering

The ‘what’. This PhD will develop reinforcement learning (RL) methods to enable robots to autonomously disassemble, repair, and remanufacture high-value products such as aerospace components, automotive systems, and electronics. Read more

Supervisor: Dr J Oyekan

31 October 2026 PhD Research Project Self-Funded PhD Students Only

Design and Synthesis of Supramolecular Materials for Next-Generation Photovoltaics (Ref: CM/SEB-SF1/2026)

Loughborough University

Department of Chemistry

This PhD research project focuses on the design, synthesis, and self-assembly of supramolecular materials for applications in next-generation electronics and solar energy technologies. Read more

Supervisor: Dr SE Bodman

1 July 2027 PhD Research Project Self-Funded PhD Students Only

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Novel High Performance Coatings- Product and Process Development (Ref: CG-GO-2518)

Loughborough University

Department of Chemical Engineering

Coatings are used for a wide range of applications with formulations developed or adapted according to the needs specific to the surfaces they are used on- smoothness, brightness, scratch resistance are among these. Read more

Supervisor: Dr G Özcan-Taşkın

5 November 2026 PhD Research Project Self-Funded PhD Students Only

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Characterisation of High Shear Mixers for process Intensification (Ref: CG-GO-2519)

Loughborough University

Department of Chemical Engineering

High shear mixers such as rotor-stators, ultrasonicators, high pressure jets, are used for dispersion processes during the manufacture of numerous high value products. Read more

Supervisor: Dr G Özcan-Taşkın

5 November 2026 PhD Research Project Self-Funded PhD Students Only

PhD Opportunities in Communication, Media, and Film Studies

Sheffield Hallam University

Centre for Culture, Media and Society

We warmly invite applications for full-time or part-time self-funded PhD study. About the PhD Programme. The Centre for Culture, Media & Society (CCMS) is an exciting interdisciplinary environment delivering research that offers critical insight and real-world impact. Read more

Self-Funded PhD Students Only Social Sciences Research Programme

Professional Doctorate in Education (EdD)

Sheffield Hallam University

Humanities Research Centre

Professional Doctorate in Education (EdD) - January 2028 entry. Undertake advanced research in the field of education and make an original contribution to policy and practice. . Read more

Self-Funded PhD Students Only Social Sciences Research Programme

Behavioural Sleep Dysfunction as a Mechanistic Driver of Long COVID Symptom Severity: An Integrative Psychophysiological Investigation (Ref: SSEHS/SF-MFIH26)

Loughborough University

School of Sport, Exercise and Health Sciences

Sleep disturbances have emerged as one of the most persistent and debilitating symptoms … Read more

Supervisors: Prof M Faghy, Dr I Hartescu

18 December 2026 PhD Research Project Self-Funded PhD Students Only

PhDs in Education

Sheffield Hallam University

Sheffield Institute of Education

Our research aims to improve policy and practice in education locally, regionally and internationally. We invite applications for research study in any of our research strengths: . Read more

Self-Funded PhD Students Only Social Sciences Research Programme

Research Opportunities in Built Environment

Northumbria University

Department of Architecture and Built Environment

Built Environment at Northumbria University is recognised for its research excellence. In the most recent Research Assessment Framework (2021), the School of Architecture and Built Environment was ranked 11th in the UK, with over 75% of its outputs considered world leading or internationally excellent. . Read more

Self-Funded PhD Students Only PhD Research Programme

Variational principles and integrable PDEs (Ref: MA/MV-SF1/2026)

Loughborough University

Department of Mathematical Sciences

The focus of the project is to use variational principles, in particular those of Lagrangian multiform theory, to study particular solutions to integrable PDEs. Read more

Supervisor: Dr M Vermeeren

1 April 2027 PhD Research Project Self-Funded PhD Students Only

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