91 PhD programmes offered by the university

The Social Work and Social Care degree at the University of Birmingham considers topics, organisations or concepts relating to social work and social care services.

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.

Become equipped with the skills necessary to contribute to research that explores the science of the human body and the causes of diseases that affect humankind with the Biomedical Sciences programme at University of Birmingham.

Pursue the International Development degree at the University of Birmingham, conduct impactful research, and develop skills under the guidance of academic supervisors within an active research environment focused on real-world impact.

Develop the skills needed to contribute to research that tackles global health challenges by preventing illnesses and improving healthcare through community and hospital-based research and methodological innovations with the Applied Health Research programme at University of Birmingham.

Delve into British, European and world history from c.500 to the present day. Shape the future of historical research when you join the Department of History. Learn more at the History programme from University of Birmingham. 

Advance your career in materials science and engineering research by collaborating with internationally renowned partners within the Metallurgy and Materials Science course at University of Birmingham.

Take your place at one of the UK's largest Chemical Engineering departments with a tradition of experimental research. Join pioneering research teams as you build skills for a promising future career with the Chemical Engineering course at University of Birmingham.

Join the Social Policy, Sociology and Criminology degree at the University of Birmingham and have access to a wide range of specialists in a vibrant and engaged research community.

The Nursing programme from the University of Birmingham is preparing the nurse leaders of tomorrow with the skills and expertise necessary to advance the science and practice of nursing, with the aim of improving patient-centred care in a constantly changing healthcare environment.

Join an internationally renowned department of African Studies and Anthropology and conduct anthropological research with a focus on communities in Africa or the African diaspora. Learn more at the African Studies and Anthropology programme from University of Birmingham.

Take the next step in your academic journey by carrying out postgraduate research in Cultural Heritage with the Cultural Heritage programme at the University of Birmingham. You'll benefit from the support of the experts, who are leading researchers in the field and have practical experience working in the heritage industry.

The Dentistry programme from University of Birmingham will cultivate the skills needed to contribute to research that focuses on the scientific basis of oral and dental disease, providing innovative solutions to important problems significantly impacting the population and helping to deliver a vision for improving oral and general health.

Put your passion for translation into practice and produce your own original work of translation alongside a research thesis with this Translation Studies Practice-Based programme from University of Birmingham.

Conduct your own Global Ethics research with the support of experts from the Department of Philosophy from University of Birmingham. Explore key ethical issues that have a real-world impact on people's lives. 

Begin your career by embarking on the Forensic Psychology Practice degree delivered by the University of Birmingham, the first of its kind in the UK. Broaden your understanding and gain skills and practical experience whilst diving into significant research projects of real world relevance.

Whether you’re driven by creative and practical research, or you want to specialise in a theatrical approach to theatre and performance, you'll research with renowned academics and practitioners at one of the UK's leading Drama and Theatre Arts departments. The Drama and Theatre Studies programme at University of Birmingham.

Conduct your own law research with the support of legal specialists from Birmingham Law School. Contribute to an established tradition of 85 years of world leading research. Learn more at the Law programme from University of Birmingham.

Hone your research skills and pinpoint the area you are passionate about with the Psychology degree at University of Birmingham.

This Geography (Urban and Regional Studies) programme from University of Birmingham is offered by the Department of Geography, Earth and Environmental Sciences. Based in a city with a rich industrial heritage and rapid urban transformation - your future as a thought leader in planning and development starts here.