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We have 3,696 PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships

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A novel approach to the circular production of sustainable powders for metal additive manufacturing

3 Year Self funded project. This PhD project will ignite an exciting new research area for the sustainable production, consumption and recycling of metallic materials for use in Metal Additive Manufacturing (AM) processes. Read more
 Supervisors: Dr D Bhaduri, Dr MR Ryan, Dr FL Lacan
 Year round applications  PhD Research Project  Self-Funded PhD Students Only
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A comparative study between binder jetting and powder bed fusion additive manufacturing processes for metallic materials

This PhD project will explore the capabilities of novel metal binder jetting additive manufacturing process for metallic materials, in particular the materials that are compatible for metal injection moulding (MIM) process. Read more
 Supervisor: Dr D Bhaduri
 Year round applications  PhD Research Project  Self-Funded PhD Students Only
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Optimising outcomes and experience for patients with a brain injury following cardiac arrest

This PhD will explore opportunities to optimise the outcomes and experiences for patients that sustain a brain injury following cardiac arrest. Read more
 Supervisor: Prof K Couper
 22 June 2026  PhD Research Project  Competition Funded PhD Project (UK Students Only)
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Mapping intersectional inequalities: racism and mental health in the Midlands' ethnic minority communities

This PhD project will explore the intersection of racism and mental health among ethnic minority communities in the Midlands, UK. Read more
 Supervisors: Prof L Dikomitis, Prof D Giacco
 22 June 2026  PhD Research Project  Competition Funded PhD Project (UK Students Only)
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Developing and Validating a Behaviour Checklist for Adults with Intellectual Disability

This PhD aims to develop and validate an adult version of the Behaviour Checklist, a tool originally developed for children with intellectual disability. Read more
 Supervisor: Dr H Crawford
 22 June 2026  PhD Research Project  Competition Funded PhD Project (UK Students Only)
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AI System for Detecting Emerging Mood Problems in Young People using Digital Phenotypes

How can smartphone and social media use, music listening and health data (digital phenotypes – DPs) be used for identification and early intervention of emerging mood problems in young people in higher education (YPHE)?. Read more
 Supervisor: Dr S Jilka
 22 June 2026  PhD Research Project  Competition Funded PhD Project (UK Students Only)
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Evaluating the impact of rapid syndromic molecular testing for respiratory viruses in adults presenting to hospital with acute respiratory infection.

Project Title. Evaluating the impact of rapid syndromic molecular testing for respiratory viruses in adults presenting to hospital with acute respiratory infection. Read more
 Supervisor: Prof T Clark
 3 July 2026  PhD Research Project  Funded PhD Project (UK Students Only)
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On-Package Communication for Heterogeneous 2.5D Chiplet Systems

The semiconductor industry is rapidly shifting towards modular design based on chiplets and Multi-Chip Modules, where multiple dies — CPUs, GPUs, AI accelerators, memory stacks — are integrated side by side on a common interposer. Read more
 Supervisors: Dr D Bertozzi, Prof J Goodacre
 30 June 2026  PhD Research Project  Funded PhD Project (UK Students Only)
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Next-Generation Flow Batteries for a Net-Zero Future

Description. Are you excited by the challenge of transforming how we store renewable energy? This PhD project offers a unique opportunity to work at the forefront of electrochemistry and energy materials, developing the next generation of redox flow batteries for large-scale, long-duration energy storage. Read more
 Supervisor: Dr A Sobrido
 30 June 2026  PhD Research Project  Funded PhD Project (UK Students Only)
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H2 and CO2 Storage in Lower Triassic Sandstones, East Irish Sea Basin

Assess the potential of Lower Triassic sandstones beneath the East Irish Sea to store hydrogen and CO2 in saline aquifers. Read more
 Supervisors: Prof R Worden, Prof P Burgess, Dr E Michie
 30 June 2026  PhD Research Project  Funded PhD Project (UK Students Only)
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Hydrogen storage in engineered caverns in Mid–Upper Triassic salt of the East Irish Sea Basin

Characterise Triassic salt beneath the East Irish Sea as potential hydrogen storage sites, interpreting 200+ wells and 3D seismic data with industry-standard tools. Read more
 Supervisors: Prof R Worden, Prof P Burgess, Dr E Michie
 30 June 2026  PhD Research Project  Funded PhD Project (UK Students Only)
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Quantitative Palaeogeography and Source-to-Sink Modelling of the UK Triassic, East Irish Sea Basin

Use cutting-edge numerical landscape evolution modelling to reconstruct Triassic sediment routing systems across the UK and predict reservoir and seal heterogeneity in the East Irish Sea Basin. Read more
 Supervisors: Prof R Worden, Prof P Burgess
 30 June 2026  PhD Research Project  Funded PhD Project (UK Students Only)
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Understanding Bacillus Spores Germination via microfluidics-based single-cell microscopy

The University of Exeter’s Living Systems Institute is inviting applications for a PhD studentship titled “Understanding Bacillus Spores Germination via microfluidics-based single-cell microscopy”. Read more
 Supervisor: Dr S Pagliara
 30 June 2026  PhD Research Project  Funded PhD Project (UK Students Only)
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(SATURN CDT) Deriving Process-Microstructure Relationships for β-Transformed Zirconium Alloys

UoM_Nuclear. Saturn_Nuclear_CDT. Zirconium alloys serve vital functions in nuclear reactors and so need to survive in extreme environments of heat and radiation damage. Read more
 Supervisors: Dr A Davis, Dr MM Maric, Prof J Fonseca -, Mr P Honniball
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Why do some people escape genetic risk? Multi-biobank study of immune-mediated inflammatory diseases

  Research Group: Division of Musculoskeletal and Dermatological Sciences
Most people at high genetic risk of immune-mediated inflammatory disease never develop disease, while some develop disease despite apparently low inherited risk. Read more
 Supervisors: Dr SZ Zhao, Dr J Bowes, Prof A Morris
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Using genetic risk scores to improve diagnosis and outcomes in seronegative inflammatory arthritis

  Research Group: Division of Musculoskeletal and Dermatological Sciences
Diagnosing inflammatory arthritis promptly and accurately can be challenging when antibody blood tests are normal (“seronegative”) and clinical features overlap. Read more
 Supervisors: Dr SZ Zhao, Dr J Bowes, Prof A Morris
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Thermomigration of Hydrogen in Reactor Fuel Cladding Materials

This project is part of cohort 3 of the EPSRC CDT in Developing National Capability for Materials 4.0, with the Henry Royce Institute. Read more
 Supervisor: Prof F Hofmann
 30 June 2026  PhD Research Project  Funded PhD Project (UK Students Only)
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Perceptive Sensors and AI-embodied Wearable Electronics (Ref: FP-LO-2026)

Synthetic Senses - Natural Interfaces. from flexible sensors to wearable electronics that listen, learn from and assist the human body. Read more
 Supervisor: Prof LG Occhipinti
 28 June 2026  PhD Research Project  Funded PhD Project (UK Students Only)
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Engineering Nature's Blueprint: 3D Printing Macro- and Micro-Architectures for Smarter Drug Delivery

From the microscopic spines of a sea urchin to the layered architecture of a beetle's shell, nature has spent millions of years engineering structures of remarkable complexity and function. Read more
 Supervisor: Dr M Albed Alhnan
 31 August 2026  PhD Research Project  Self-Funded PhD Students Only
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3D-Printed Personalised Opioid Delivery Devices for Gastrostomy Administration in Paediatric Palliative Care

Children with life-limiting illnesses depend on precise, reliable pain management — yet almost no opioid formulations are designed with them in mind. Read more
 Supervisor: Dr M Albed Alhnan
 31 July 2026  PhD Research Project  Self-Funded PhD Students Only
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Understanding the dynamics of space radiation hazards using measurements from novel in-situ detectors

  Research Group: Space Environment and Protection
Our society is becoming ever more reliant on space-based infrastructure for navigation, security, climate monitoring and potentially, in future, power sources such as space-based solar and space-based nuclear. Read more
 Supervisors: Prof K Ryden, Dr FL Lei
 12 July 2026  PhD Research Project  Funded PhD Project (UK Students Only)
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Antimicrobial dressings for root canal therapy

Root canal therapy is a procedure undertaken daily all over the world. It is necessary to manage patients who have lost parts of teeth due to trauma, dental caries and tooth wear. Read more
 Supervisors: Prof J Camilleri, Dr O Doustdar, Dr A R Rahman
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Modelling and Control of Harmonic Phenomena in Renewable Energy

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). Read more
 Supervisor: Dr G Scarciotti
 Year round applications  PhD Research Project  Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)
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An Interdisciplinary Approach to Heat Resilience in the UK: Heatwaves, Female Mental Health, and Physical Activity

London South Bank University (LSBU) is widely recognized for its commitment to diversity and inclusion, both in the UK and internationally. Read more
 Supervisors: Dr F Bayne, Prof RF de Oliveira, Dr L Zaidell
 3 August 2026  PhD Research Project  Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)
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Generative and Hybrid AI for Pharmaceutical Reactor Design

This project will develop an integrated AI framework to design crystallisation reactors more effectively. It will first use generative AI to create and explore new reactor shapes. Read more
 Supervisors: Dr N Basha, Dr D Zhang, Dr O Rivasplata
 30 June 2026  PhD Research Project  Funded PhD Project (UK Students Only)
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Next-generation electrified membrane reactor for chemicals production

The deployment of next-generation chemical processes requires the implementation of new equipment and materials that will enhance the performance in terms of economics and environmental performance. Read more
 Supervisor: Dr V Spallina
 31 July 2026  PhD Research Project  Funded PhD Project (UK Students Only)
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Membranes for carbon dioxide conversion for environmental and space exploration applications

The conversion of carbon dioxide to useful products is essential not only on Earth for reaching net zero targets, but also for space exploration and future planet colonisation. Read more
 Supervisors: Dr D Neagu, Dr V Inglezakis
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Sheffield Business School – Doctorate in Business Administration (DBA)

Sheffield Business School. Accredited by AASCB, Sheffield Business School is among the top 6% of business schools globally. We are proud of our research impact, industry collaboration and commitment to regional development through Sheffield Hallam University's Civic University Agreement. Read more
 Self-Funded PhD Students Only  Business Research Programme
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PhD Opportunities at Sheffield Business School

Sheffield Business School. Accredited by AASCB, the Business School is among the top 6% of business schools globally. Our ambition is to be a world leading applied business school. Read more
 Self-Funded PhD Students Only  Business Research Programme
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PhDs in Hospitality, Tourism, Events, Food & Nutrition

Sheffield Business School. Sheffield Business School (SBS) is accredited by the AACSB, placing us within the top 5% of business schools globally. Read more
 Self-Funded PhD Students Only  Business Research Programme

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