4.0k PhD programmes in United Kingdom

The Department of Mechanical Engineering at the University of Sheffield is internationally renowned for its high-quality research. The expertise of our staff covers a wide range of specialist areas and our mission is to carry out research in fundamental science through to practical industrial applications.

Our Health Studies research at University of Nottingham has a truly international outlook and wide-ranging impacts on society, the economy, health and welfare, culture, public policy and the environment.

The Engineering programme offered by Durham University supports research degrees addressing advanced materials, electronics, energy systems, and infrastructure challenges.

The History program at Durham University has established itself firmly as one of the top departments in the UK. Staff and students are part of a vibrant learning community, set within the magnificent location of Durham’s World Heritage Site.

The Food Policy PhD at City St George's, University of London will explore the role of food in society and its impact on health, environment, social justice and economy in a vibrant research community, based in our Centre for Food Policy.

Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) degree is the highest rated research degree awarded by University of the West of Scotland.

The Professional Doctorate in Operational Excellence at University of Buckingham is a unique part-time degree designed to enhance professional education and practice through rigorous research into complex management issues. 

The Business and Management, Tourism, Hospitality and Events programme offered by Canterbury Christ Church University develops expertise in organisational leadership, enterprise growth, and visitor economy studies.

Whether you're looking to extend your studies or add to your industry experience, the Doctor of Philosophy programme offered by Harper Adams University is your opportunity to gain a deeper knowledge of the biggest challenges that we face.

A major feature of the Philosophy at The University of Buckingham is its formal Seminar in Philosophy, which forms an essential element of the environment in which students pursue their research.

Abertay’s Division of Psychology and Forensic Sciences has a strong and active role in delivering research degrees, including those in partnership with the NHS, local education authorities, Police Scotland, and the business and digital technology communities. This PhD in Developmental Psychology and Language Learning is offered at Abertay University.

This unique Professional Doctorate programme in Public Policy and Political Economy at University of Buckingham is aimed at individuals who are working in, or who have previously worked in, an area of public policy practice (for example, a think tank, charity, in journalism, in the civil service or a central bank, or as a political researcher). 

Choose Mechanical Engineering degree at the University of Hull to benefit from a wide range of expertise, experience and facilities. 

The Education programme offered by Liverpool Hope University is designed for experienced professionals who wish to transform educational practice through doctoral-level research.

A blockchain is a publicly shared immutable ledger – a distributed append-only log of records with no central authority but which nonetheless cannot be edited. This Blockchains and Decentralised Systems programme is offered The Open University UK.

Computational Social Science research at The Open University UK targets the enhancement of critical societal issues through the use of Artificial Intelligence solutions.

The PhD in Marketing at the University of Stirling enables students to undertake research in a broad range of topics. Students often conduct their research in collaboration with industry, charities, and governmental bodies with a view to using the findings of their research to improve some aspect of the organisation’s operation. 

The Professional Doctorate in Art and Design at The University of Wales Trinity Saint David is designed to create a deep understanding of you and your place and perception of the world of Art and Design in all of its forms and representation.

A University of Hertfordshire research degree in Adolescent, Child and Family Health is an internationally recognised degree signifying high levels of achievement in research.

The Swansea College of Art - Doctor of Philosophy degree is an internationally recognised qualification which affords students the opportunity to investigate a topic relevant to the Faculty’s areas of expertise under the supervision of a team of qualified academic staff at The University of Wales Trinity Saint David.