81 PhD programmes offered by the university

The Doctor of Business Administration programme from The University of Exeter is designed exclusively for accomplished professionals with a strong level of academic achievement and a minimum of five years of work experience.

The Engineering MPhil/PhD programme from The University of Exeter is organised into six main areas which bring together the world-leading research activities of our Engineering academics and researchers.

Within the Legal Practice MPhil/PhD programme from The University of Exeter subject-matter of your research is of course chosen by you, although we will give you advice and guidance in formulating an appropriate research proposal. Please feel free to contact staff directly if you have any questions as to the viability of your research ideas.

Throughout the Maritime Historical Studies MPhil/PhD programme from The University of Exeter, you will work closely with your supervisors to develop, investigate and write-up a project at the cutting edge of historical research.

Through the Mining and Minerals Engineering PhD programme from the The University of Exeter,as a student you will lead research projects that have a significant impact on both your chosen field of study and wider society. 

Through the Interdisciplinary Studies MPhil/PhD programme from The University of Exeter all students have a primary and a secondary supervisor who provide regular, high quality advice, support and direction in their academic endeavours. You will work closely with your supervisors to develop, investigate and write-up a project at the cutting edge of research.

The Physics MPhil/PhD programme from The University of Exeter is exemplified by our world-leading academic staff. 

The Advanced Quantitative Methods (AQM) in Social Sciences programme offered by The University of Exeter develops advanced expertise in statistical analysis, empirical investigation, and data-driven social research.

The Palestine Studies MPhil/PhD programme from The University of Exeter is an Area Studies department grounded in multidisciplinary approaches to research and training.

The Biological Sciences MPhil/PhD programme from The University of Exeter is committed to ensuring that our research students are given the training and support to develop high-level professional skills required for careers in academia, commercial or public sectors.

Through the Finance MPhil/PhD programme from The University of Exeter you’ll be part of a vibrant research community, with more than 150 current doctoral students. 

This Education MPhil/PhD course from The University of Exeter will enable you to gain an in-depth grounding in educational research methods through ESRC recognised training. As an MPhil/PhD level student you will become part of a research-intensive Graduate School, studying with some of the leading scholars in their disciplines.

The Middle East Politics MPhil/PhD programme from The University of Exeter is an Area Studies department grounded in multidisciplinary approaches to research and training.

The Drama MPhil/PhD course from The University of Exeter is an internationally-renowned centre for practice, research and teaching, and offers a supportive and stimulating environment for postgraduate research and practice, welcoming students from around the world.

Throughout the Doctor of Medicine MD course from The University of Exeter, you will be part of a thriving community, benefiting from quality research-led teaching and supervision, as well as access to outstanding facilities. 

This Sport and Health Sciences MPhil/PhD/MSc by Res programme from The University of Exeter has a long-standing and international reputation for leading research in the field. Our world-renowned academics are recognised for their groundbreaking and innovative work within the academic community, and are also highly sought after by leading sports professionals and teams. 

Throughout the Accountancy MPhil/PhD degree from The University of Exeter, you will work with and learn from our inspirational and diverse faculty of leading researchers. Our faculty offer a wealth of knowledge on fundamental issues in accounting, including management control, capital markets accounting, accounting for sustainability, taxation and corporate governance and auditing.

The Ethno-Political Studies MPhil/PhD programme from The University of Exeter is an Area Studies department grounded in multidisciplinary approaches to research and training.

Throughout the Economics MPhil/PhD course from The University of Exeter the skills and expertise that you build are fundamental to your continuing professional development (CPD), and will be part of your toolset throughout your working life, whether academic or elsewhere. 

This Law PhD programme from The University of Exeter is a stimulating and rewarding experience and allows you to undertake research into a legal issue that interests you.