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We have 3,657 PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships

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Avoiding Cancer Cells via Unbiased Resampling from Annual Tabulated Electronic screening data (ACCURATE) (Ref: MA/PL-SF1/2026)

In this project, we aim to use biostatistical and AI tools to identify key risk factors that protect specific cancer-free individuals from developing cancer compared with individuals at high risk. Read more
 Supervisor: Dr P Liu
 1 August 2026  PhD Research Project  Self-Funded PhD Students Only
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Towards Next-Generation Trustworthy AI via Neuro-Symbolic Computing (Ref: CO/CZ-SF1/2026)

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is already an essential part of the world, from daily chatbots to assistants for education, healthcare, and software development. Read more
 Supervisor: Dr CZ Zhang
 30 June 2026  PhD Research Project  Self-Funded PhD Students Only
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Improving satellite communications using AI (Ref: CO/SD-SF1/2026)

Spiking Neural Networks (SNN) are an energy efficient alternative to Artificial Neural Networks (ANN). Low Earth Orbit (LEO) satellites could particularly benefit from using SNNs to perform Artificial Intelligence (AI) workloads in an energy-efficient manner. Read more
 Supervisors: Dr S Dora, Dr M Derakhshani
 31 July 2026  PhD Research Project  Self-Funded PhD Students Only
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Join CDT-FORT to Shape the Future of Secure Networks- fully funded studentships available for October 2026 entry

APPLICATIONS OPEN TO HOME STUDENTS ONLY FOR 2026 INTAKE! 8 places available. We are part of the TechExpert*** pilot offering stipends of £31,000 for students eligible for home fee status. Read more
 Funded PhD Programme (UK Students Only)  EPSRC Centre for Doctoral Training
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Join CDT-FORT to Shape the Future of Secure Networks- fully funded studentships available for October 2026 entry

APPLICATIONS OPEN TO HOME STUDENTS ONLY FOR 2026 INTAKE! 8 places available. We are part of the TechExpert*** pilot offering stipends of £31,000 for students eligible for home fee status. Read more
 Funded PhD Programme (UK Students Only)  EPSRC Centre for Doctoral Training
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Join CDT-FORT to Shape the Future of Secure Networks- fully funded studentships available for October 2026 entry

APPLICATIONS OPEN TO HOME STUDENTS ONLY FOR 2026 INTAKE! 8 places available. We are part of the TechExpert*** pilot offering stipends of £31,000 for students eligible for home fee status. Read more
 Funded PhD Programme (UK Students Only)  EPSRC Centre for Doctoral Training
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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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Translation Studies - Postgraduate Research Opportunities

Do you want to be part of a stimulating research environment? Join an impactful Modern Languages department and undertake research in Translation Studies. Read more
 Self-Funded PhD Students Only  Humanities Research Programme
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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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