4.0k PhD programmes in United Kingdom

Develop an in-depth understanding of human behaviour. Gain practical research experience in the UK and internationally. Learn more at the  Psychological and Behavioural Science programme from London School of Economics and Political Science.

Accurate data analysis can generate significant opportunities for business leaders, managers, policy makers and entrepreneurs. Modern economies increasingly demand analytically trained researchers in both academia and practice. The PhD Business Analytics from University of Essex has been designed to meet this demand.

Within this Stroke programme from University of Nottingham, you'll perform world-leading research into the pathogenesis, diagnosis, prognosis, treatment and prevention of stroke, vascular dementia/cerebral small vessel disease and other age-related neurovascular complications.

Drive social change through pioneering research on pressing social issues. Join a world-renowned social policy department. Learn more at the Social Policy programme from London School of Economics and Political Science.

This Stem Cell Biology programme from University of Nottingham covers the fundamental understanding of most diseases and developmental/age related disorders is hindered by the lack of relevant model systems. Similarly, the design of therapeutics, including cell-based or biological therapies, benefits from improved close-to-patient models.

The Sport and Exercise Science programme offered by Canterbury Christ Church University develops expertise in physical performance, active lifestyles, and movement sciences.

The Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences has a strong tradition of a multidisciplinary approach to research and student training. We offer a Healthcare Professional Focused Research degree at the Keele University.

Management at Keele University undertakes critical inquiry into a number of themes within management including: Culture and organisation, Ethnographic Research, Gender, organisations and work, Philosophical and Methodological Inquiry, consumption and regulation and Markets.

Virology at the University of Liverpool is the study of the viral agents responsible for causing disease in humans or animals.

As Scotland’s University for Sporting Excellence, we pride ourselves on game-changing research. Sport is in our DNA, and our Sports Studies research at the University of Stirling reflects our passion to make an impact on the global stage.

By choosing to research Health Studies, nursing or midwifery as a postgraduate at University of Hull you will be joining a vibrant and supportive research community. 

The Doctor of Philosophy degree at The University of Wales Trinity Saint David 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.

Research into German culture, its literature, language and film, society, history and the environment at the University of Aberdeen. 

The Centre for Policing Research and Learning (CPRL) is a collaboration between The Open University UK and 20 UK police forces to create and use knowledge to improve policing through research, learning and knowledge exchange.

In the Applied Health Sciences programme from University of Aberdeen we offer population-based research to support decision-making aimed at maximising health and optimising healthcare services. 

Eye and Vision Sciences research at University of Liverpool extends from basic molecular interactions through to health service implementation with the goal of translating our findings for the benefit of patients.

The PhD Business and Management course from University of Hull provides an inspirational environment for researchers in the early stages of their careers.

With the Criminology as a postgraduate at University of Hull join a vibrant and supportive research community covering a wide range of specialisms, from the links between alcohol and violence, the history of crime and punishment, to surveillance, green crime, and restorative justice - among others.

The Materials Engineering Group at The Open University UK is internationally renowned for its work on the development and application of novel techniques for the measurement and analysis of Residual Stress.

The Mechanical Engineering programme offered by Queen's University Belfast develops advanced research expertise in engineering design, materials, manufacturing, and energy technologies, enabling students to address global technological challenges through original research and innovation.