91 PhD programmes offered by the university

The Earth Sciences course at University of Birmingham allows you to undertake research across a wide range of the earth sciences.

With the Philosophy programme from University of Birmingham you will join a vibrant research community with a diverse range of interests and approaches.

Research your literary passions and become an expert in your chosen area of literature. At Birmingham, the research interests span medieval to modernism, digital cultures and the future of fiction. Learn more at the English Literature programme from University of Birmingham.

Enhance your mathematical and communication skills with the Pure Mathematics programme from University of Birmingham.

Study at a leading research department with multidisciplinary expertise. With research areas from exercise science to sport coaching, follow your interests and shape the future of Sport, Exercise and Rehabilitation Sciences research. Learn more at the Sport, Exercise and Rehabilitation Sciences programme offered by University of Birmingham.

Within the Electronic, Electrical and Systems Engineering programme at the University of Birmingham, you'll address complex challenges in power, communications, transport, healthcare, and human-systems integration, applying your knowledge to real-world problems impacting the civilization.

The Cancer and Genomic Sciences programme at University of Birmingham unites scientists and clinicians, equipping you with the essential skills needed to contribute to both discovery and translational research in the areas of: cancer, genome biology, rare diseases, bioinformatics and health data science.

This Forensic Psychology Practice (CPD Route) programme from University of Birmingham allows suitably qualified Forensic Psychologists to ‘top up’ their existing MSc qualification to Doctoral level through Continued Professional Development.

Do you want to be part of a stimulating research environment? Join an impactful Modern Languages department and undertake the Russian Studies degree at University of Birmingham.

Unlock your potential with the Biosciences programme from University of Birmingham, where you'll explore cutting-edge research in human, animal, plant, microbial, cell, and molecular biology guided by top experts in one of the UK's leading Biosciences schools.

Embark on this creative practice-based Creative Writing programme at University of Birmingham and craft your literary masterpiece.