4.0k PhD programmes in United Kingdom

On the Audio Engineering programme at the University of Surrey the primary goal is simply this: to make sound better. Our research combines elements of acoustics, digital signal processing, psychoacoustics, psychology, sound synthesis, software engineering, statistical analysis and user-interface design, with an understanding of the aesthetics of sound and music

For this MPhil/PhD you will produce a full-length creative work (a novel, collection of poems, or play) and an accompanying work of critical reflection. The Creative and Critical Writing programme is offered at University of Greenwich.

Museum Studies at the University of Leicester offers research supervision for the degree of Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Museum Studies.

The Division of Criminology and Criminal Justice at Brunel University of London is made up of an exciting, diverse and intellectually curious community of researchers. 

This Linguistics (by thesis and coursework) course from Lancaster University is designed to broaden your knowledge of relevant research and research methodologies.

The College of Engineering and Physical Sciences at Aston University offers an exciting environment for advanced research and training.

At the Criminology research programme at the University of Brighton you will enter an academic community that addresses challenges within the criminal justice system and beyond, considering social, health, psychological, spatial, and environmental injustice, seeking to transform policy and practice on global and more local scales.

Studying for a PhD in Aerodynamic and Environmental Flow at the University of Surrey means being part of a multidisciplinary research community, where doctoral students come together to work on applied engineering research topics with a direct impact on society.

As a PhD student in this programme at the University of Brighton, you will benefit from membership of the university's Ecology, Conservation and Zoonosis Research and Enterprise Group.

While pursuing excellence in research and education, the Computer Science programme from University of Birmingham also aims to optimise its positive impact on society—examples include collaborations with industry partners and charities, commercialisation activities and an extensive wider participation programme.

The Advanced Technology Institute programme of the University of Surrey is one of the University’s world-leading research centres. As a PhD student, you’ll work alongside other ATI researchers in the areas of quantum information, nanotechnology, energy, microwave engineering and advanced materials. 

This Design, Synthesis and Screening of Inhibitors of Pseudomonas Aeruginosa course at Aston University will provide all the support and facilities you will need to develop into a leading researcher in your chosen field.  You will be welcomed into a supportive community with a shared enthusiasm for original research, where diversity and multidisciplinary is championed.

The School of Chemistry from Cardiff University, has developed a particular strength in Theoretical and Computational Chemistry, with a research group dedicated to this exciting area of study. As part of the Theoretical and Computational Chemistry programme, students can conduct their research within this group.

This Economics course from Lancaster University aims to prepare you for a successful research-driven career in academia, government, research organisations, or business.

In the Medicine - Institute of Health Sciences Education programme from Queen Mary University of London, our primary research focus is medical education.

Conduct your own research project in an area of History of Art that interests you. Join a renowned Art History, Curating and Visual Studies Department and benefit from exceptional resources including an on-campus fine art gallery. The History of Art course is offered at University of Birmingham.

Join our community of Gerontology researchers at University of Southampton, and help us contribute to a better understanding of the experience of ageing amongst different groups and societies.

In this rapidly changing world, a postgraduate course can serve different needs and give you that extra edge that today's employers are looking for, or secure that much-needed promotion. Whatever your academic or professional goals, our long tradition of academic excellence will help you get there. The Education Doctorate Programme is offered at Bangor University. 

Join world-leading research teams with diverse expertise to study for a research degree in Science (MPhil/PhD) at the University of Greenwich.

This Education (Clinical) PhD programme from Newcastle University focuses on understanding and improving clinical education.