575 PhD programmes in Natural Sciences & Mathematics in United Kingdom

Choose to carry out your postgraduate Biochemistry studies at University of Hull and become part of a vibrant, forward-thinking research community. 

The Fluid and Complex Systems programme offered by Coventry University investigates fluid dynamics, complex systems, statistical physics, and engineering processes through mathematical modelling, experimentation, and computational analysis to address scientific and industrial challenges.

The Chemistry course at University of Plymouth provides you with the opportunity to conduct research alongside staff at the forefront of the chemistry subject discipline.

The Biosciences programme offered by Durham University addresses food security, industrial sustainability, antimicrobial resistance, and climate change impacts on living systems.

The PhD Genomics programme enables you to undertake a research project in an aspect of genomics that will advance the field. We have many international experts in genomics at The University of Manchester and cutting edge facilities to enable your research.

The Department of Biology at University of Oxford offers a broad range of research opportunities for graduate students. The department maintains a large and interactive group of around 200 DPhil students.

The DPhil in Theoretical Physics at the University of Oxford is a research-based course of three to four years in duration.

The Physics programme offered by Aberystwyth University develops advanced expertise in fundamental physical processes, materials research, and space science.

Academic staff in the Department of Mathematics at Royal Holloway University of London carry out pioneering research which is making an impressive impact on the world stage.

Our Molecular Genetics research at University of Glasgow lies at the interface of organismal, functional and systems biology. 

The PhD in Soft Matter and Liquid Crystals Physics programme at The University of Manchester enables you to undertake a research project that will improve understanding of the field.

The Mathematics programme offered by Manchester Metropolitan University enables researchers to deepen their expertise and develop advanced research and practical skills through doctoral study in mathematical sciences.

Research and knowledge exchange within the field of mental and physical health/wellbeing is a key priority for the 21st century. This PhD in Mathematical Approaches to Evaluate Health Risks, Behaviour, and Interventions is offered at Abertay University.

Neurobiology and Neurodegeneration at University of Liverpool integrates expertise in cell biology, structural biology, signalling and the use of model organisms to investigate neuronal development, ageing, neurodegeneration and addiction. 

The Biology programme offered by Anglia Ruskin University explores biodiversity, ecology, animal behaviour, welfare, and environmental change, enabling researchers to investigate biological systems and their responses to natural and human-driven pressures.

We offer a degree in Astrophysics and Physics programme at Keele University. Physics Research at Keele focusses on “Astrophysics” and “Materials Science and Renewable Energy”.

BioInnovation at Aberystwyth University is focused upon enhancing circularity and sustainability in food and other bio-based business, from production, through to processing and supply chains.

Develop your skills and understanding of the latest veterinary research with this Molecular Medicine (and Complex Diseases) programme from University of Nottingham.

This Microbiology (Biosciences) programme from University of Nottingham covers fundamental studies of individual organisms at a genetic and biochemical level, through to metagenomics.

This Applied Nuclear Physics and Technology from University of Cambridge is part of the Physics-led Applications for Nuclear Engineering & Technology (PLANET) programme – a UKRI Doctoral Focal Award led by the University of York with the Universities of Cambridge, Edinburgh, Lancaster and Surrey.