575 PhD programmes in Natural Sciences & Mathematics in United Kingdom

The four-year DPhil in Neuroscience (1+3) at the University of Oxford has an outstanding record of achievement in terms of the publications and future careers of the students who have graduated to date.

Utilise expertise in quantitative methods from a range of disciplines to a higher level than is usually offered with this Advanced Quantitative Methods in Social Sciences programme at the University of Bath.

The Physics programme offered by Queen's University Belfast develops advanced expertise in astrophysics, quantum technologies, and light-matter interactions, preparing researchers to investigate fundamental physical phenomena and contribute to scientific discovery through innovative experimental and theoretical research.

We have a number of internationally respected research groups within Chemical Sciences at Keele University.

Our research in this Biochemistry PhD programme at the University of Sussex focuses on proteins and the genes that encode them. 

In the DPhil in Statistics at the University of Oxford, you will investigate a particular project in depth and write a thesis which makes a significant contribution to the field. 

The Mathematics programme offered by Aberystwyth University develops advanced expertise in mathematical modelling, quantitative analysis, and theoretical problem-solving.

In our PhD programme on Neuroscience at The University of Manchester we aim to understand the function of the nervous system. Around 50 groups focus their research on different, but complimentary, aspects of nervous system function.

The Metabolism, Digestion and Reproduction programme offered by Imperial develops advanced research expertise in human health, disease mechanisms, and biomedical sciences related to metabolism, gastrointestinal biology, and reproductive medicine, preparing researchers to contribute to healthcare innovation and scientific discovery.

The PhD programme in Mathematics and Statistics at the University of Sheffield is your chance to join the next generation of world-class researchers in mathematics and statistics, to contribute to knowledge and develop transferable research skills.

The Chemistry programme is offered at the University of Nottingham for our graduate students who will be able to develop additional skills through training programmes to help you complete your PhD. See the support section for more details.

Our Biochemistry and Biotechnology research at University of Glasgow aims to answer fundamental questions about how cells and organisms work at the molecular and biochemical level. 

Internationally recognised for the quality of teaching and world-leading research, the Department of Biological Sciences at Royal Holloway University of London is a dynamic and friendly place to study. 

The Applied Mathematics and Theoretical Physics Group in the School of Mathematics and Statistics at The Open University UK is made up of the Fluid Dynamics and Soft Matter Group, Mathematical Biology, Mathematics of Planet Earth Group, Statistical Physics Group, and Theory of Condensed Matter Group.

With this Genetics and Genomics programme at The University of Exeter, research at the cutting-edge of health innovation, making a difference across the world.

The PhD in Biochemistry programme at the The University of Manchester enables you to undertake a research project that will improve understanding of Biochemistry.

The Department of Physics and Astronomy at Manchester is one of the largest and most active physics departments in the UK. We have a long tradition of excellence in both teaching and research, and have interests in most areas of contemporary research. This PhD in Photon Physics is offered at The University of Manchester.

Research in the School of Biosciences revolves around understanding systems and processes in the living cell. Microbiology at University of Kent has a strong molecular focus with leading-edge activities that are synergistic with one another and complementary to the teaching provision. 

The multi-disciplinary Nanoscience (NoWNANO) PhD programme at The University of Manchester connects researchers with leading scientists to learn the huge potential of graphene and 2D materials.

The Department of Chemistry offers research opportunities and projects in a wide range of research themes. This PhD in Organic Chemistry is offered at The University of Manchester.