4.0k PhD programmes in United Kingdom

A Creative Writing thesis at the University of Hertfordshire takes the form of an original full-length creative work and a critical work on a subject or subjects integral to the creative component.

Religious Studies at University of Aberdeen focuses on explaining the origin and function of religion and not on evaluating the truth of the beliefs of religion.

This Physics programme offered by University of Hull offers a range of postgraduate study options at MSc by Thesis and PhD level, both full and part-time.

At the University of Hull offers diverse research opportunities, providing a unique experience in your postgraduate journey in Psychology.

Apply for a research programme in Social Work at the University of Hull. With its diverse range of environments, experiences and social conditions, the city of Hull and its surrounds make it an area rich with opportunities for research in social work.

Exploring the literature and languages of the British Isles and America and beyond, from the earliest written sources to the present day with this English programme offered at the University of Aberdeen. 

The School of Psychology at University of Buckingham fosters a culture of collaborative, multidisciplinary research and you will join a vibrant community that includes regular work-in-progress seminars to foster an active research environment. 

The Professional Doctorate in Strength and Conditioning at St Mary's University, Twickenham, London provides a high-level, vocationally-focused pathway to a doctorate qualification.

Abertay University continues to lead the development of games as an academic meta-discipline, incorporating computer science, computer art, digital design, sound and music, human computer interaction, and media studies. It offers this PhD in Game Design.

Studying the Music at the University of Plymouth will immerse you in a world of cutting-edge research under the umbrella of the Interdisciplinary Centre for Computer Music Research. 

The Accounting and Finance team at Abertay University have a broad area of experience which can be grouped into three areas: Accounting for Sustainability, Oil and Gas Accounting, and Corruption and Governance.

Human-Centred Computing (HCC) – or even more broadly, human-centred technology – is not just about user-centred design, but also about the relationship between technological developments and lifestyle transformations, and about how we record, collect and use information. This programme is offered at The Open University UK.

The Civil Engineering degree at University of Plymouth is awarded for a research study, normally over a three-year period, which makes a significant contribution to knowledge.

In the Biomedical Sciences programme from University of Aberdeen, we offer cutting edge translational research addressing global health challenges, aimed at understanding the cellular and molecular mechanisms of how the human body functions, how these change during disease and infection and how this may be used to predict, identify and treat disease. 

Steeped in history, the study of Divinity and Theology has been undertaken since the foundation of the University of Aberdeen on 1495.

Research in this area takes place within The Futures of Legal Education and Practice cluster at The Open University UK, which draws together over a dozen researchers with interests in the development and future directions of legal education and legal practice.

The Open University UK Law School’s Legal History research cluster brings together researchers who investigate and publish on a variety of areas of legal history, including members from outside the school.

Chemistry and Materials is a vibrant area of research at The Open University UK. We have an extensive track record in working synergistically with both industrial and academic partners.

Postgraduate students at Abertay University will have access to research and development opportunities, as well as contact with professionals working within the Computing industry.

Electronic Engineering at University of Hull prepare you for academic, research, and other high-level careers.