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We have 41 Ecology PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships in the UK

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Ecology PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships in the UK

We have 41 Ecology PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships in the UK

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Gene flows and stream flows: Landscape genetics to inform and evaluate translocations of European water vole in dynamic river systems

Translocations of water voles (Arvicola amphibius) in Britain are vital to reverse declines of this nationally endangered mammal, caused by predation, habitat conversion and degradation. Read more
 Supervisor: Dr F Elsner-Gearing
 1 July 2026  PhD Research Project  Funded PhD Project (UK Students Only)
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Hydro-geomorphic impacts of the return of the beaver, Fully-funded MSc by Research.

Until approximately 500 years ago, European Beaver (Castor Fiber) were hunted for their fur, castoreum and meat, leading to their extirpation (local extinction) on the British mainland and a consequent degradation of the freshwater habitats that they used to thrive within. Read more
 Supervisor: Dr R Brazier
 1 August 2026  PhD Research Project  Funded PhD Project (UK Students Only)
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Why does altruism exist?

Altruistic production of public goods is common in biological systems and plays key roles in ecosystem organisation, health and disease. Read more
 Supervisors: Prof CT Thompson, Prof JW Wolf
 Year round applications  PhD Research Project  Funded PhD Project (UK Students Only)
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“PhD opportunities on the conservation biology and genetics of threatened diadromous species in reconnected rivers”

Habitat, fragmentation is a major source of biodiversity loss in freshwaters, with rivers around the world fragmented by dams and weirs. Read more
 Supervisor: Dr R Britton
 30 June 2026  PhD Research Project  Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)
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Assessing the efficacy and effects of invasive seaweed management in Christchurch Harbour

Applications are invited for a fully-funded three year PhD to commence in June 2026.  . The PhD will be based in the Faculty of Science and Health, and will be supervised by Prof Gordon Watson, Dr Paul Stebbing (APEM Ltd) and Dr Daniel Franklin (Bournemouth University).  . Read more
 Supervisors: Dr G J Watson, Dr P Stebbing, Dr D Franklin
 30 June 2026  PhD Research Project  Funded PhD Project (European/UK Students Only)
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Phage Therapy and Microbiome Engineering in Cystic Fibrosis

We are offering a self-funded PhD studentship aligned with Trailfinder-CF, investigating bacteriophage (phage) therapy as a targeted approach to modulate oral and respiratory microbiomes in people with cystic fibrosis (CF). Read more
 Supervisors: Prof J Fothergill, Dr F Frost
 5 July 2026  PhD Research Project  Self-Funded PhD Students Only
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Research opportunities in the Department of Politics

The Department of Politics is at the heart of current thinking, research and debate, and home to a prestigious, lively and international community. Read more
 Awaiting Funding Decision/Possible External Funding  Social Sciences Research Programme
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MSc by Research in Biology - Energy-efficient greenhouses for UK food security (Plant Chronobiology Hub)

Primary Supervisor. Dr Daphne Ezer. Co-supervisors. Dr Sven Batke and Prof Seth Davis. Greenhouses offer the UK a way to produce fresh fruit and vegetables that are usually ill-adapted to the UK climate, therefore improving UK food security. Read more
 Supervisors: Dr D Ezer, Dr S Batke, Prof S J Davis
 31 July 2026  PhD Research Project  Self-Funded PhD Students Only
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Acoustic Indicators of Ecosystem Integrity: Developing Soundscape-Based Monitoring for West African Protected Areas

Biodiversity monitoring underpins effective protected area management and international conservation reporting, yet West African nations face persistent capacity constraints -insufficient funding, limited field personnel, and taxonomic expertise gaps - that prevent adequate ecosystem assessment. Read more
 Supervisors: Dr CFJM Meyer, Dr J Carvalho
 Year round applications  PhD Research Project  Self-Funded PhD Students Only
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Mountain birch genetics and recovery in Scotland

This project will investigate the genetic diversity and adaptive potential of mountain birch to inform upland restoration in Scotland, collaborating with both industry and conservation stakeholders. Read more
 Supervisors: Prof A Jump, Dr A Skeffington, Dr T Sim
 30 June 2026  PhD Research Project  Funded PhD Project (UK Students Only)
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Passive acoustic monitoring to inform evidence-based policy for coral reefs. PhD (Royal Society Funded)

Coral reefs are culturally and biologically important ecosystems threatened by climate change and local stressors. Until greenhouse gas emissions are reduced, we can improve local protection and management for resilience and sustainability. Read more
 Supervisor: Dr S Nedelec
 6 July 2026  PhD Research Project  Funded PhD Project (UK Students Only)
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A Biogeochemical Framework for Understanding Biodegradation

The environmental fate of synthetic polymers, including polyacrylates, polyquaterniums, and polyethylene glycols used in personal care and homecare products, remains poorly understood in natural aquatic systems. Read more
 Supervisor: Dr R Mushinski
 1 July 2026  PhD Research Project  Funded PhD Project (UK Students Only)
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Towards increased confidence and public engagement in targeted AI-based frameworks for biodiversity monitoring

Project summary. This project aims to enhance the reliability of AI approaches for biodiversity monitoring with high site-specific accuracy, ultimately supporting more consistent and transparent BNG assessment and reporting. Read more
 Supervisors: Dr T Vlaar, Prof P Stephens, Dr C Torney
 26 June 2026  PhD Research Project  Funded PhD Project (UK Students Only)
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NDC Industry Funded PhD: Ecology Of Subsea Infrastructure

Important. We welcome applications from international candidates for this studentship, but please be aware that a successful international candidate would be responsible for covering the difference between the international and Home/RUK tuition fee rates (approximately £22,000 per annum). Read more
 Supervisors: Dr K Gormley, Dr A Madgett
 30 June 2026  PhD Research Project  Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)
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Understanding the vulnerability of intact Amazonian forests to climate change through the integration of remote sensing and field data

Lead Supervisor and Department. Pablo Sanchez-Martinez, Grantham Institute and the Department of Life Sciences. Co-supervisors. Jesus Aguirre, Imperial College of London, Department of Life Sciences; Patrick Meir, School of Geosciences, University of Edinburgh. Read more
 Supervisors: Dr P Sanchez-Martinez, Assoc Prof J Aguirre, Prof p Meir
 1 July 2026  PhD Research Project  Competition Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)

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