4.0k PhD programmes in United Kingdom

The Work and Employment Relations PhD programme from University of Leeds is home to researchers that produce analytically rigorous research of genuine relevance.

Through the Sociology MPhil/PhD programme from The University of Exeter, you'll have the opportunity to undertake advanced postgraduate research in a friendly, interdisciplinary, collaborative, and highly productive community. 

The European Politics MPhil/PhD course from University of Exeter provides an ideal place to undertake a MPhil/PhD in Politics and International Relations, Security, Conflict and Human Rights, or Strategy and Security. There are opportunities at both the Streatham Campus in Exeter and at the Penryn Campus near Falmouth.

Take on global challenges in the 21st century – interpret events, identify trends and make informed judgments about the future. Engage with world politics, global environmental change, terrorism, governance in cyberspace, and conflict resolution with insight and clarity.

The Renewable Energy MPhil/PhD programme from The University of Exeter offers postgraduates an outstanding research environment with state-of-the-art analytical facilities and laboratories and have excellent rates of graduate employment.

From Archaeology & Anthropology to Environmental & Biological Sciences, Technology, Security, Design & Engineering, or Psychology, research within the Faculty of Science and Technology from Bournemouth University is world-leading.

There are a number of attractions to studying for a postgraduate degree in Classics at University of Glasgow, from the very well-stocked University Library, to the Hunterian Museum (with its notably fine coin collection), to a major centre in humanities computing.

The Electronics and Nanoscale Engineering programme offered at University of Glasgow from research division is home to more than 70 research students working in fields as diverse as atomic force microscopy, quantum sensors, high speed optical devices and atomistic device simulations.

This three-year taught doctorate in Health Psychology from Glasgow Caledonian University offers training in psychotherapeutic skills, research and behaviour change. It is accredited by the BPS and HCPC.

Along with Edinburgh and St. Andrews, we form the Politics and International Relations  at University of Glasgow pathway of the Economic and Social Research Council-funded Scottish Doctoral Training Centre (S-DTC).

Art is where cultural, creative and historical characteristics are expressed–in timeless works that ultimately belong to us all. Cultural Art History at Warnborough College fully explores the cultural cross-fertilization of traditions manifested in works of art—and the influences underlying their production.

We address key questions in the fundamental biology of ageing, animal welfare and food security. How and why does ageing occur and what are its impacts on health and well-being? How do animals cope with pollutants? How do we achieve sustainable animal production whilst protecting animal health and welfare? Ageing, Health and Welfare is offered  at the University of Glasgow.

Ever since the seventeenth century Glasgow has been a gateway for economic, social and cultural exchange between Scotland and North America. The American Studies PhD is offered at the University of Glasgow.

In this Counselling Psychology programme from Glasgow Caledonian University, you’ll expand your ability to work with complex client groups and contribute impactful research to the field of psychological health.

The Department of Geography at Royal Holloway University of London is in the top tier of UK departments and has notable research concentrations in Quaternary science, social, cultural, and historical geography, the geohumanities, geopolitics and security, development studies and sustainability.

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.

The Metallurgy and Corrosion research taking place at The University of Manchester is the largest UK activity dedicated to research on the development, properties, and performance of metals and alloys for demanding environments across all applications.

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

We offer a phd programme in Biochemistry at the Keele University. Research opportunities in the biological, biomedical and life sciences include a wide range of topics in mammalian molecular biology, molecular medicine, epigenetics, proteomics, physiology, and neuroscience.

The School of Life, Health and Chemical Science at The Open University UK has a strong track record of engagement with Global Health and Development Research projects.