4.0k PhD programmes in United Kingdom

Imperial Business School4,2(48)

London, United Kingdom

Imperial Doctoral Programme

The five-year fully funded Imperial Doctoral Programme offered by Imperial Business School provides an inspirational learning experience

Ph.D. Full-time On-campus

5 yearsFree

Sheffield Hallam University4,3(78)

Sheffield, United Kingdom Top 5% in Worldwide

Fine Art and Design

Investigate a research topic of your choice during a period of supervised study and make an original contribution to knowledge in Fine Art and Design at Sheffield Hallam University.

Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus

4 years$22,957/yr

University of Bristol4,3(94)

Bristol, United Kingdom Top 0.5% in Worldwide

Data-Driven Engineering and Sciences

Data‑driven research is reshaping science and engineering, creating powerful new ways to understand and improve the world around us. The Data-Driven Engineering and Sciences programme at University of Bristol equips you to lead this transformation – combining scientific curiosity, advanced computation and collaborative problem‑solving to deliver real‑world impact.

Ph.D. Full-time On-campus

4 years$36,693/yr

Bangor University4,3(72)

Bangor, United Kingdom Top 3% in Worldwide

Ageing and Dementia Studies

The PhD Ageing and Dementia Studies programme at Bangor University is embedded in the ‘Ageing & Dementia@Bangor’/DSDC which has a particular focus on resilience and the importance of evaluating and developing health and social care in ageing as well as dementia.

Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus

3 years$28,020/yr

University of Surrey4,4(70)

Guildford, United Kingdom Top 2% in Worldwide

Chemical and Process Engineering Research

This interdisciplinary research work in the Chemical and Process Engineering Research programme of the University of Surrey involves activities with cross-cutting themes, investigating materials and devices with the Advanced Technology Institute while addressing challenges in information technology.

Ph.D. Full-time On-campus

4 years$37,761/yr

Bangor University4,3(72)

Bangor, United Kingdom Top 3% in Worldwide

French and Francophone Studies

The School of Modern Languages offers the possibility to do a PhD/MPhil in French and Francophone Studies at Bangor University.

Ph. D. Full-time +2 On-campus

2 years$26,019/yr

Leeds Beckett University4,1(55)

Leeds, United Kingdom Top 5% in Worldwide

Doctorate of Engineering

The Doctorate of Engineering (DEng) is a programme of research at Leeds Beckett University based on the advanced study of engineering or applied sciences and professional practice in engineering.

Ph. D. Part-time On-campus

6 yearsTuition not available

Cardiff University4,5(161)

Cardiff, United Kingdom Top 1% in Worldwide

Marketing and Strategy

Marketing and Strategy from Cardiff University is a research area within which you can focus your studies as part of our Business Studies PhD programme.

Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus

3 years$35,626/yr

Cardiff University4,5(161)

Cardiff, United Kingdom Top 1% in Worldwide

Welsh

The Welsh Programme offered at Cardiff University, aims to offer knowledge and expertise for a career in language planning, media, government, teaching, management and research.

Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus

3 years$35,626/yr

University of Reading4,2(33)

Reading, United Kingdom Top 2% in Worldwide

Classics

The Department of Classics at the University of Reading has been undertaking pioneering research for over 100 years.

Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus

3 years$28,354/yr

Loughborough University4,4(54)

Loughborough, United Kingdom Top 2% in Worldwide

Architecture, Building and Civil Engineering

The Architecture, Building and Civil Engineering programme offered from Loughborough University is home to a thriving community of over 60 academic staff, 40 technical and clerical support staff and over 240 active researchers that include fellows, associates, assistants, engineers and doctoral students.

Ph. D. Full-time +2 On-campus

3 years$39,362/yr

University of Bristol4,3(94)

Bristol, United Kingdom Top 0.5% in Worldwide

Translation

Languages within University of Bristol's Translation programme include Catalan, Chinese, French, German, Italian, Portuguese, Russian and Spanish.

Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus +2

4 years$29,221/yr

University of Birmingham4,2(58)

Birmingham, United Kingdom Top 0.5% in Worldwide

Political Science and International Studies

Engage in cutting-edge research with expert supervisors, specialised modules, and a supportive, inclusive environment, ultimately enhancing your personal discipline-specific and transferable skills for diverse career paths. This Political Science and International Studies programme is offered by University of Birmingham.

Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus +2

3 years$30,529/yr

University of Birmingham4,2(58)

Birmingham, United Kingdom Top 0.5% in Worldwide

Pharmacy

Become equipped with the skills necessary to contribute to a research portfolio encompassing clinical pharmacy, pharmacology, pharmaceutics and medicinal chemistry with the Pharmacy programme from University of Birmingham.

Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus

3 years$39,108/yr

Queen Mary University of London4,1(120)

London, United Kingdom Top 1% in Worldwide

Chemistry

Our Chemistry PhD programme at Queen Mary University of London offers students the opportunity to conduct research within a range of areas.

Ph.D. Full-time On-campus

3 years$38,495/yr

London South Bank University4,0(56)

London, United Kingdom Top 6% in Worldwide

Law

The Law programme at London South Bank University from London South Bank University are closely linked to our growing and dynamic research culture. You'll benefit from engaging with highly qualified academic staff, working alongside a portfolio of dynamic and popular masters programmes.

Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus

3 years$23,484/yr

Newcastle University4,2(88)

Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom Top 1% in Worldwide

Animal Science

This Animal Science MPhil, PhD programme from Newcastle University draws on fundamental research and applies it to areas of societal, industrial and policy importance.

Ph. D. Full-time +2 On-campus

3 years$42,564/yr

Loughborough University4,4(54)

London, United Kingdom Top 2% in Worldwide

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.

Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus

3 years$30,822/yr

Cardiff University4,5(161)

Cardiff, United Kingdom Top 1% in Worldwide

Social Sciences

Th PhD Social Sciences degree course delivered by Cardiff University is characterised by a strong focus on research training leading to theoretically-informed research that advances academic and policy debates.

Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus

3 years$35,626/yr

Newcastle University4,2(88)

Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom Top 1% in Worldwide

Environmental Science

The Environmental Science PhD programme from Newcastle University approach to environmental science research is multidisciplinary. You can specialise in the fields of applied and environmental biology.

Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus

3 years$42,564/yr