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We have 3,172 PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships

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No Masking Required: Subcultural spaces, reduced social demand, and autistic belonging

Sheffield Institute of Education. Sheffield Institute of Education (SIoE) is a national centre of education, recognised for excellence and innovation in teaching and learning. Read more
 Supervisor: Dr S Connolly
 Year round applications  PhD Research Project  Self-Funded PhD Students Only
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Simulating Person-specific Cognitive Processes from Expressive Behaviours for Mental Health Assessment (PhD (Funded))

The University of Exeter’s Department of Computer Science invites applications for a funded PhD studentship to commence on 21 September 2026, or as soon as possible thereafter. Read more
 Supervisor: Dr S Song
 15 August 2026  PhD Research Project  Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)
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What role for the voluntary and community sector in promoting community resilience?

The UK Government Resilience Framework (Cabinet Office 2022) renews a commitment to a “whole-of-society” approach where strengthened partnerships with the voluntary, community and faith sector (VCFS) are seen as an important way of protecting communities. Read more
 Supervisor: Dr T Coates
 Year round applications  PhD Research Project  Self-Funded PhD Students Only
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Computational Prediction of Minimum Ignition Energy for Hydrogen and Mixed Fuel Systems at Elevated Pressures

Hydrogen is central to global decarbonisation plans, with demand projected to grow substantially as industries move away from fossil fuels. Read more
 Supervisor: Dr S Muppala
 Year round applications  PhD Research Project  Self-Funded PhD Students Only
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A synbio approach to generate artificial molecular muscles

These projects are open to students worldwide, but have no funding attached. Therefore, the successful applicant will be expected to fund tuition fees at the relevant level (home or international) and any applicable additional research costs. Read more
 Supervisors: Dr W Houssen, Prof M Jaspars
 Year round applications  PhD Research Project  Self-Funded PhD Students Only
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Asteroseismology from Surface to Core: Unveiling the inner workings of pulsating stars from diverse observations.

Asteroseismology is the study of pulsational and vibrational physics in stars. The recent explosion of data from ground- and space- based facilities has driven new techniques and understanding of the otherwise impenetrable interiors of stars. Read more
 Supervisor: Dr EB Brunsden
 Year round applications  PhD Research Project  Self-Funded PhD Students Only
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PhD studentship in Predictable Mechanical Activation in Molecular Crystals

Applications are sought for a fully funded 3.5-year PhD studentship position in the School of Chemistry at the University of Birmingham (UoB) in collaboration with the International Fine Particle Research Institute (IFPRI) and the Diamond Light Source (DLS) synchrotron facility. Read more
 Supervisors: Dr A Michalchuk, Prof G Costantini
 Year round applications  PhD Research Project  Funded PhD Project (UK Students Only)
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Coding variants and gut hormone-based obesity therapeutics

Gut-derived peptide hormones regulate a large number of metabolic processes, and there is great interest in exploiting their effects to treat disease. Read more
 Supervisor: Dr B Jones
 Year round applications  PhD Research Project  Funded PhD Project (UK Students Only)
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Determining how transcription and replication are coordinated during S-phase

RNA Pol II transcription and DNA replication are the two essential processes that use the DNA in our cells as a substrate. However, DNA can be engaged only by one of these processes at any given time, and when transcription impairs DNA replication it can induce DNA damage and genome instability. Read more
 Supervisor: Dr M Saponaro
 Year round applications  PhD Research Project  Self-Funded PhD Students Only
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Advanced Electron Paramagnetic Resonance (EPR) spectroscopy – method development and applications

Electron Paramagnetic Resonance (EPR) spectroscopy is a magnetic resonance technique that is exclusively and exquisitely sensitive to unpaired electrons that are found in radicals and paramagnetic metal complexes. Read more
 Supervisor: Prof B E Bode
 Year round applications  PhD Research Project  Competition Funded PhD Project (UK Students Only)
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PhD Studentship in Fast Zonal Control for Voltage Stability

Applications are invited for a PhD studentship, to be undertaken at Imperial College London (Control and Power Research Group, Department of Electrical and Electronic Engineering) under the co-supervision of Professors Balarko Chaudhuri and Mark O’Malley. Read more
 Supervisor: Prof B Chaudhuri
 14 August 2026  PhD Research Project  Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)
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Multivalent Batteries for a Resilient Energy Future. (50:50 studentship – Faraday Institution and Net Zero Centre)

Multivalent batteries have attracted increased attention in recent years due to their high theoretical capacities stemming from a possible multi-electron transfer, and the prospect of reducing our reliance on critical battery materials such as lithium and cobalt. Read more
 Supervisor: Dr LL Lander
 10 August 2026  PhD Research Project  Funded PhD Project (UK Students Only)
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Research at UEA Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences

At UEA our research portfolio for the Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences is divided into three interlinked research areas. Metabolic Health - metabolism, cancer, cardio-respiratory, and nutrition. Read more
 Funded PhD Programme (Students Worldwide)  4 Year PhD Programme
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PhD and iPhD in Education at the University of Southampton-Shape Policy, Influence Practice

Help to shape the future of education through our research degrees at Southampton. Explore new ideas that can have an impact on practice as you develop your professional skills. Read more
 Awaiting Funding Decision/Possible External Funding  PhD Research Programme
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PhD Opportunities in Informal (Science) Learning

Informal (science) learning is an established area of research at the Southampton Education School, with a number of research projects exploring how people learn beyond formal educational settings. Read more
 Awaiting Funding Decision/Possible External Funding  PhD Research Programme
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Doctoral Candidate in Computational Literary Studies

The Max Planck Institute for Empirical Aesthetics (MPIEA) investigates why and how people create art and how they perform, experience, and evaluate it. Read more
 Supervisor: Dr O Sobchuk
 15 August 2026  PhD Research Project  Funded PhD Project (European/UK Students Only)
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Multimodal Modelling of Personalised Haemodynamics in Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF)

  Research Group: Bioengineering
Supervisory Team. Dr Caglar Ozturk, Dr Mihaela Paun and Prof Nick Curzen. Heart failure affects millions, yet personalised treatments remain limited. Read more
 Supervisor: Dr C Ozturk
 31 August 2026  PhD Research Project  Funded PhD Project (European/UK Students Only)
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PhDs in Computing and Informatics

School of Computing and Digital Technologies. The School of Computing and Digital Technologies at Sheffield Hallam University offers a dynamic and interdisciplinary PhD programme in Computing and Informatics, designed to address complex global challenges through innovative digital solutions. Read more
 Self-Funded PhD Students Only  Computing PhD Programme
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Research opportunities in business, management, actuarial science and finance

Our PhD in Management programmes offer high-quality training and support to help you unleash your curiosity and develop key skills to support a career in academia, industry, consultancy or research. Read more
 Funded PhD Programme (Students Worldwide)  Business Research Programme
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Research opportunities at York Law School

York Law School is at the forefront of legal education and research thanks to our innovative teaching and a forward thinking approach. Read more
 Awaiting Funding Decision/Possible External Funding  Social Sciences Research Programme
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Research opportunities in Mathematics

The Department of Mathematics at York offers a thriving research environment in which to study for a PhD. We combine world-class mathematical and interdisciplinary research with high-quality teaching. Read more
 Awaiting Funding Decision/Possible External Funding  Maths Research Programme
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Research opportunities in Social Policy and Social Work

We draw on research excellence and expertise in social policy, social work and public management. Our key research areas cover the following themes. Read more
 Funded PhD Programme (Students Worldwide)  Social Sciences Research Programme
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Research opportunities in the Department of Environment and Geography

At the University of York Environment and Geography department we supervise a wide range of PhDs in the natural, economic and social sciences that address many of the current, pressing environmental issues of the day. Read more
 Awaiting Funding Decision/Possible External Funding  Social Sciences Research Programme
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Research opportunities in the Department of Health Sciences

Our research aligns with major national and international health challenges across an increasing life-course. It leads to greater innovation in the diagnosis, management, treatment and prevention of health conditions. Read more
 Awaiting Funding Decision/Possible External Funding  Social Sciences Research Programme
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Research opportunities in the Department of History

The Department of History at the University of York is one of the largest History graduate schools in the country. We offer world-class research opportunities to a vibrant international community of students. Read more
 Awaiting Funding Decision/Possible External Funding  Social Sciences Research Programme
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Research opportunities in the Department of History of Art

Our Department of History of Art is at the forefront of art history research. We have strong partnerships with institutions and world-leading academic staff with a wide range of expertise. Read more
 Awaiting Funding Decision/Possible External Funding  Arts Research Programme
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Research opportunities in the Department of Psychology

Our Department of Psychology is a research-intensive department where students are taught by people at the forefront of their fields in well-equipped facilities. Read more
 Awaiting Funding Decision/Possible External Funding  Social Sciences Research Programme
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Research opportunities in the Department of Sociology

With impressive credentials and a supportive atmosphere, our innovative Department is driven by excellence in both research and teaching. Read more
 Awaiting Funding Decision/Possible External Funding  Social Sciences Research Programme
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Rebuilding bone: additive bio-manufacturing of functionalized nanoclay bone tissue engineering scaffolds

Supervisory Team. Dr Weiguang Wang. This project aims to transform the treatment of large bone defects by creating personalised, 3D-printed scaffolds that are strong, bioactive and clinically relevant. Read more
 Supervisor: Dr W Wang
 31 August 2026  PhD Research Project  Funded PhD Project (UK Students Only)
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CRISPR Cas-enabled smart sensors for real-time detection of contaminants in river water PhD

This exciting fully funded PhD, with an enhanced stipend of £31,805 per annum (with fees covered) through the EPSRC TechExpert Pilot scheme, is sponsored by the NERC Doctoral Focal Award in Engineering Biology for Environmental Applications (EngBio4Env) and Anglian Water Services Ltd. Read more
 Supervisors: Dr Z Yang, Prof F Coulon
 5 August 2026  PhD Research Project  Funded PhD Project (UK Students Only)