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Materials Characterisation and Processing
Our research on Materials Characterisation and Processing at Brunel University of London harnesses multiple technologies for the processing and manufacture of novel materials, particularly biomaterials and polymers.

Philosophy, Politics and Ethics
The University of Brighton welcomes PhD research in Philosophy, Politics and Ethics through its specialist research Centre for Applied Philosophy, Politics and Ethics (CAPPE).

Sport and Exercise
This Sport and Exercise degree from University of Gloucestershire, will allow you to develop your ability to plan and conduct and evaluate original research. You will work with academic staff who consistently deliver impactful research.

Creative and Critical Writing
The PhD Programme in Creative and Critical Writing degree offered by Cardiff University is for students and writers wishing to complete a substantial creative work of marketable quality. Our own MA in Creative Writing provides an ideal basis for students wishing to undertake a PhD.

Shakespeare Studies
With the a Shakespeare Studies programme from University of Birmingham you'll join a community of scholars in Shakespeare’s hometown of Stratford-upon-Avon and access the most comprehensive Shakespeare studies collection in the UK.

History
This History degree from University of Gloucestershire offers a multitude of opportunities, depending on your discipline, interests, and experience.

International Management
The International Management degree at Loughborough University aims to become the leading centre for training and research into the successful management of international organisations across different national contexts.

Enterprise
An EntD is a type of PhD, the highest academic award for which a student can be registered. This Doctor of Enterprise programme is offered at the University of Huddersfield.

Optoelectronics
Optoelectronics research is directed at advancing design and system applications of semiconductor optoelectronic and organic electro-optic devices including laser diodes and optical waveguides. The Optoelectronics programme is offered by the Bangor University.

Medicine
Throughout this Medicine PhD course from University of East Anglia postgraduate researchers have opportunities to work at the heart of active research teams, challenging boundaries and making real advances.

Economics
In line with our Public Value ethos, the PhD in Economics degree offered by Cardiff University, is a programme designed for highly qualified and motivated students who wish to research current and important problems and phenomena facing our economy and society.

Anthropology and Sociology
A majority of our Anthropology and Sociology PhD graduates at SOAS University of London have embarked on an academic career, taking up lectureships in universities in the UK as well as abroad, or pursuing further their interests through post-doctoral fellowships and other research-based posts.

History
The Department of History delivers expert postgraduate supervision by internationally recognised scholars in a wide range of subject areas. University of Bristol offers the History programme.

Political Theory
Political Theory from Cardiff University, is a research area within which you can focus your studies as part of our suite of Politics and International Relations research programmes (MPhil, PhD).

Quantum Information Science and Technologies
The Quantum Information Science and Technologies programme from University of Bristol offers a unique postgraduate training and development programme for those wishing to pursue a career in the sector.

Applied Linguistics
The Applied Linguistics PhD programme from University of York is designed to enhance specialised linguistic knowledge through academic study and research.

Translation
This Translation course from Lancaster University warmly welcomes enquiries from appropriately qualified applicants who are keen to register for doctoral research in any of the areas covered by our staff expertise in Translation and related areas (including comparatist projects).

English Literature
This English Literature course from the University of West London offers a PhD by individual research within the areas of expertise of the School’s teaching staff.

Politics
This Politics programme from University of Bristol provides an opportunity to conduct advanced political research in an interdisciplinary school.

African Studies and Anthropology
Join an internationally renowned department of African Studies and Anthropology and conduct anthropological research with a focus on communities in Africa or the African diaspora. Learn more at the African Studies and Anthropology programme from University of Birmingham.