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Thought-to-Text using Generative AI

This project explores the development of cutting-edge thought-to-text systems within the realm of brain-computer interface (BCI) technology. Read more
 Supervisor: Dr Y Moshfeghi
 Year round applications  PhD Research Project  Self-Funded PhD Students Only
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Sports acoustics: Impact sound in cricket, golf, baseball and tennis

Supervisory Team. Dr. Giacomo Squicciarini, prof. Tim Waters and Dr. Michal Kalkowski. This project examines how impact sounds in cricket, golf, and tennis reveal the physics and performance quality of each strike. Read more
 Supervisor: Dr G Squicciarini
 31 December 2026  PhD Research Project  Competition Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)
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Role of the extracellular matrix in skeletal muscle stem cell function

  Research Group: Development, Regeneration and Neurophysiology
The regenerative capacity of skeletal muscle stem cells, also called satellite cells, is essential for muscle homeostasis and to maintain healthy muscles throughout the lifespan. Read more
 Supervisor: Dr A G Borycki
 Year round applications  PhD Research Project  Self-Funded PhD Students Only
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PRIMED for Medincinal Chemistry (PRecision, AI Informed, Molecular EDiting)

  Research Group: Rebecca Goss
The PhD focusses on innovative precision molecule editing and diversification. PRIMED combines late stage enzymatic halogenation with synthetic diversification of aryl and alyl halides. Read more
 Supervisor: Prof JM Goss
 Year round applications  PhD Research Project  Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)
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Improving the Translation of Diagnostic Test Accuracy Research Into Real‑World Clinical Practice Using Routine Health Data and Advanced Meta‑Analysis Methods

Diagnostic tests are central to effective clinical decision‑making, yet the performance reported in research studies often differs markedly from that observed in everyday NHS settings. Read more
 Supervisor: Dr B Willis
 Year round applications  PhD Research Project  Self-Funded PhD Students Only
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Fluid Gel-Based Injectable Hydrogels for Osteoarthritis Pain and Inflammation

Project Overview. Osteoarthritis (OA) is a leading cause of pain and disability worldwide. Current treatments such as intra-articular steroid injections provide only short-term relief and often require repeated administration, increasing the risk of joint damage and systemic side effects (1). Read more
 Supervisors: Dr R Hardy, Dr R Moakes, Dr M M Mansfield
 Year round applications  PhD Research Project  Self-Funded PhD Students Only
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Investigating the blueprint for bio-inspired next generation sunscreens

Rising ultraviolet (UV) radiation levels present a growing challenge for both human health and the environment. While sunscreens play a critical role in preventing skin cancer, many current UV-filter ingredients raise concerns around safety and ecological impact. Read more
 Supervisor: Prof V Stavros
 Year round applications  PhD Research Project  Funded PhD Project (UK Students Only)
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African Studies and Anthropology - Postgraduate Research Opportunities

African Studies PhD/MA by Research (On-Campus or by Distance Learning). African Studies and Anthropology PhD / MA by Research. Social Anthropology PhD/MA by Research (On-Campus or by Distance Learning). Read more
 Self-Funded PhD Students Only  Arts Research Programme
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Drama - Postgraduate Research Opportunities

Whether you’re driven by creative and practical research, or you want to specialise in a theatrical approach to theatre and performance, you'll research with renowned academics and practitioners at one of the UK's leading Drama and Theatre Arts departments. Read more
 Self-Funded PhD Students Only  Arts Research Programme
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History of Art - Postgraduate Research Opportunities

Conduct your own research project in an area of History of Art that interests you with our PhD in Art History. Join a renowned Art History, Curating and Visual Studies Department and benefit from exceptional resources including an on-campus fine art gallery. Read more
 Self-Funded PhD Students Only  Arts Research Programme
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Shakespeare Studies - Postgraduate Research Opportunities

Conduct your research at The Shakespeare Institute, our leading centre for Shakespeare studies. You'll join a community of scholars in Shakespeare’s hometown of Stratford-upon-Avon and access the most comprehensive Shakespeare studies collection in the UK. Read more
 Awaiting Funding Decision/Possible External Funding  Arts Research Programme
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Creative Writing - Postgraduate Research Opportunities

Embark on this practice-based Creative Writing PhD and craft your literary masterpiece. Explore creative and critical practices and be inspired by our award-winning writers and the bustling literary scene on campus and in Birmingham. Read more
 Self-Funded PhD Students Only  Arts Research Programme
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History - Postgraduate Research Opportunities

History PhD/MA by Research (On-Campus or by Distance Learning). Delve into British, European and world history from c.500 to the present day. Read more
 Self-Funded PhD Students Only  Humanities Research Programme
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English Literature - Postgraduate Research Opportunities

English Literature PhD/MA by Research (On-Campus or by Distance Learning). Research your literary passions and become an expert in your chosen area of literature. Read more
 Self-Funded PhD Students Only  Humanities Research Programme
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Cultural Heritage - Postgraduate Research Opportunities

Cultural Heritage MA by Research/PhD/PhD by Distance Learning. Take the next step in your academic journey by carrying out postgraduate research in Cultural Heritage. Read more
 Self-Funded PhD Students Only  Social Sciences Research Programme
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Archaeology - Postgraduate Research Opportunities

Undertake your own Archaeology research project at Birmingham with our PhD Archaeology. You'll join an active department and research community conducting work across the globe. Read more
 Self-Funded PhD Students Only  Humanities Research Programme
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Philosophy - Postgraduate Research Opportunities

Philosophy PhD (On-Campus or by Distance Learning). Global Ethics PhD (On-Campus or by Distance Learning). Conduct your own research with the support of experts from the Department of Philosophy. Read more
 Self-Funded PhD Students Only  Humanities Research Programme
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Theology and Religion - Postgraduate Research Opportunities

Immerse yourself in your own Theology and Religion research supported by experts from one of the largest and most diverse Theology departments in the UK. Read more
 Self-Funded PhD Students Only  Humanities Research Programme
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Birmingham Law School - Postgraduate Research Opportunities

Law PhD / PhD by Distance Learning / MPhil / MJur. Conduct your own law research with the support of legal specialists from Birmingham Law School. Read more
 Self-Funded PhD Students Only  Law Research Programme
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The Department of Mathematics

The Department of Mathematics at King’s College London invites applications for PhD students to start in October 2026. There are a number of fully-funded studentships available on competition for excellent candidates. Read more
 Funded PhD Programme (Students Worldwide)  Maths Research Programme
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Music PhD (option of joint PhD with Hong Kong University)

For 2025/26 entry, we will be welcoming applications for PhDs in all supervisory areas. The department has an international reputation for music research in history, theory, anthropology/ethnography, composition, and creative practice. Read more
 Self-Funded PhD Students Only  Arts Research Programme
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Digital Humanities PhD (option of a joint PhD with National University of Singapore)

The Department of Digital Humanities offers a PhD programme for suitably qualified candidates who wish to explore the transformative effects of digital information, technologies, and methods on the humanities, arts, culture and society. Read more
 Self-Funded PhD Students Only  Humanities Research Programme
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Faculty of Arts, Masaryk University

Begin your journey into advanced research at the Faculty of Arts, Masaryk University, where a diverse spectrum of doctoral programmes invites you to explore humanity’s past, culture, language, and society. Read more
 Funded PhD Programme (Students Worldwide)  Humanities Research Programme
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PhD Computer Science (sponsored/self-funded)

The School of Computing at Newcastle University is advertising a number of PhD projects for self funding students. . Prospective Students are encouraged to contact project supervisors directly for more information on specific projects or research topics.  . Read more
 Self-Funded PhD Students Only  Computing PhD Programme
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Doctoral Studies in the Faculty of Management

The study programme Management is accredited in Czech and English language in daily or blended form. The standard duration is 4 years (5 years maximum). Read more
 Funded PhD Programme (Students Worldwide)  Business Research Programme
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Enhanced economics of gigawatt scale offshore wind farms through high-fidelity wake modelling

Optimising wind turbine layout and foundation design is critical to enhancing the economics of large-scale offshore wind energy projects. Read more
 Supervisors: Prof T Stallard, Dr P Ouro
 Year round applications  PhD Research Project  Funded PhD Project (UK Students Only)
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Elucidating the Immunomodulatory Role of NME4 in Macrophage and Neutrophil Responses using Zebrafish (Danio rerio)

Mitochondria are not only the powerhouses of the cell but also key regulators of innate immunity, influencing processes such as inflammasome activation, reactive oxygen species (ROS) production, and metabolic reprogramming. Read more
 Supervisors: Prof S Renshaw, Dr R Muimo
 Year round applications  PhD Research Project  Self-Funded PhD Students Only
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Next-Generation NMR Methods for Real-World Samples and Mixtures

  Research Group: Analytical Chemistry
Complex chemical mixtures are everywhere. medicines, foods, catalysts, biological fluids, and the products of chemical reactions. Read more
 Supervisors: Prof M Nilsson, Prof GA Morris
 Year round applications  PhD Research Project  Self-Funded PhD Students Only
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Multimodal Learning for Human-Centered Healthcare: Motion Understanding and Medical Imaging

Project summary and focus. The project aims to develop multimodal machine learning methods for advanced healthcare data analysis. Read more
 Supervisor: Dr QM Men
 28 February 2027  PhD Research Project  Competition Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)
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Scalable Intelligent Planning for Partially Observable Uncertain Systems

The stability of modern life builds on sustainable, continuous operation of large-scale infrastructure, such as power grids, water networks, and transportation systems. Read more
 Supervisor: Dr KZ Zhang
 28 February 2027  PhD Research Project  Competition Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)