Our academic programmes are designed to provide both rigorous intellectual challenge and real-world relevance, giving you the opportunity to study with researchers who are leaders in their field.
92% of our research is world-leading or internationally excellent (according to the Research Excellence Framework (REF) 2021) so your studies will be informed by some of the most exciting and innovative ideas across all fields.
Our vibrant campus, and location right on the edge of the city of Bath, offer sporting, social and cultural opportunities. We are one of the safest campus sites in the UK - we were one of the first universities in the country to win a national police approved security award.
Join our friendly, high-achieving community to gain the knowledge, skills and experience you’ll need to thrive in a world of global networks.
Doctoral researchers joining us can enjoy a diverse, research-intensive environment with a strong and positive ethos. You will have the opportunity to work with internationally recognised academics and researchers, known for the originality and significance of their work.
By joining our growing Doctoral College community, you will benefit from a network of students from around the world studying across a range of programmes including PhDs, integrated PhDs, and professional doctorates. Around a third of our doctoral researchers study part time, with some combining research and a career. Many are based on campus whilst others are in professional organisations.
You will have the opportunity to share ideas and best practice, attend seminars and conferences, and explore thinking at the forefront of your discipline. You will gain access to resources and archives at four leading research institutions through our GW4 Alliance. You will also benefit from a Professional Development programme that will give you the tools to support your research and give you the head-start you need in your chosen career.
The University of Bath advertises funded studentships across the following:
- The Faculty of Engineering & Design
- The Faculty of Humanities & Social Sciences
- The Faculty of Science
- The School of Management