91 PhD programmes offered by the university

Enhance your career by engaging in research that addresses today's societal challenges with the Civil Engineering programme at University of Birmingham.

The Immunology and Immunotherapy programme at the University of Birmingham will develop fundamental and specialised research skills across the dynamic fields of immunology and immunotherapy.

This Strategy and International Business course from the University of Birmingham combines targeted teaching with in-depth research, developing your skills to address real-world business and societal challenges. You will gain versatile knowledge and expertise to thrive in today’s dynamic global landscape.

Advance your expertise in statistical theory and data science through world-class research and supervision. This PhD Statistics from University of Birmingham will give you the skills to tackle real-world challenges in data science, statistics, and interdisciplinary research, preparing you for impactful careers in academia or industry.

The Environmental Health and Risk Management programme at University of Birmingham is set in the dynamic and internationally recognised research environment of the Division of Environmental Health and Risk Management (DEHRM), which mixes pure, strategic and applied research to attract extensive funding from many sources.

Develop cutting-edge research skills and make significant contributions to the field of finance research with the Finance programme from University of Birmingham. You’ll benefit from world-class resources, expert supervision, and a vibrant academic community, preparing you for a successful career in academia, industry, or government.

Immerse yourself in your own Theology and Religion research supported by experts from one of the largest and most diverse Theology departments in the UK. Join a vibrant research community interested in a range of religions and belief systems from across the world through the Theology and Religion programme from University of Birmingham.

Develop solutions to problems facing global industries and improve quality of life for all. The Formulation Engineering with Integrated Studies course from University of Birmingham combines the expertise of several scientific disciplines to support novel research in formulation engineering.

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.

Do you want to be part of a stimulating research environment? Join the Italian Studies at University of Birmingham.

Advance your expertise in human health and become equipped with the essential skills to research the body’s complex processes with the Institute of Metabolism and Systems Research course at the University of Birmingham. 

Become equipped with the skills to deliver leading 21st century healthcare and carry out life-changing medical research. Learn more at the Medical Sciences programme from University of Birmingham.

Want to further your research on how music has developed over time and in different cultures across the world? Pursue the Musicology degree at the University of Birmingham where you'll be supervised by world leading academics with specialist knowledge in your research area.

The Formulation Engineering degree offered by the University of Birmingham blends industry-based research with Masters-level training. Recognised by IChemE, this Formulation EngD helps you advance toward Chartered Engineer status while driving impactful change in engineering.

The Public Administration and Policy programme from University of Birmingham offers you the chance to conduct pioneering research, develop essential skills, and thrive in a supportive academic community.

Do you want to be part of a stimulating research environment? Join the Translation Studies degree at the University of Birmingham.

Are you an accomplished performer looking to develop your work through postgraduate research? On this Music Performance Practice course from University of Birmingham you'll pursue a practice-based research project. Your project can be focused around contemporary genres, through experimental work, to historically-informed and other practice-led studies of western art music.

In this Practical Theology Doctorate degree delivered by the University of Birmingham you will work with other professionals, practitioners and faith-based leaders from different backgrounds on a practical research degree related to your work.

With the a Shakespeare Studies programme from  University of Birmingham you'll join a community of scholars in Shakespeare’s hometown of Stratford-upon-Avon and access the most comprehensive Shakespeare studies collection in the UK.

Do you want to be part of a stimulating research environment? Join the German Studies course at University of Birmingham.