42 PhD programmes offered by the university

The Applied Linguistics programme at University of Strathclyde focuses on a wide range of aspects related to the study of speech, language and voice characteristics of typical as well as impaired populations across their lifespan, in order to further our understanding of these issues and impact positively on people’s lives.

Established in 2016 by the School of Social Work and Social Policy, this award offers students the opportunity to study for a PhD under the supervision of internationally-leading experts from across the University of Strathclyde but primarily located within the School of Social Work and Social Policy and the Law School. The Criminology programme is offered by University of Strathclyde.

The Counselling programme at University of Strathclyde is an opportunity for practising counsellors/psychotherapists to develop their research knowledge and skills by conducting a substantial practice-based research study related to the process or outcome of counselling. 

The Professional Doctorate in Information Science programme at University of Strathclyde is a doctoral degree programme which allows experienced information professionals to research issues which arise from the practice of Information Science.

The Educational Psychology is a flexible research degree at University of Strathclyde designed to meet the needs of practising Educational Psychologists (EPs) with at least one year’s experience in the field. 

The Gender Studies programme at University of Strathclyde is an interdisciplinary research area within the Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences, supported by staff from a range of subject areas, including journalism, media and communication, English, French, Italian, history, education, social policy, criminology and politics.

Research in the Physical Activity for Health programme from the University of Strathclyde is focused on the development and testing of interventions that encourage people to participate in more physical activity and less sedentary behaviour throughout life.

Our Chemical and Process Engineering research at the University of Strathclyde uses advances in science and mathematics to develop solutions to challenges faced by industry and society. These challenges include manufacturing medicines, delivering clean water and providing renewable energy.

The English programme at University of Strathclyde covers all periods from the Renaissance to the present day. 

Biomedical Engineering from the University of Strathclyde is directed at the application of the methods and ideas of engineering and the physical and biological sciences in medicine and surgery.

This multidisciplinary Speech and Language Therapy programme from the University of Strathclyde focuses on a wide range of aspects related to the diagnosis and treatment of people with communication problems.  

The Strathclyde Doctoral School provides a vibrant and comprehensive student-centred research and training environment in order to grow and support current and future research talent. This PhD in Entrepreneurship is offered at the University of Strathclyde.

This Pharmacy degree from the University of Strathclyde responds to an identified need for more NHS pharmacists to engage in research linked to their professional and practice role in areas where a PhD research programme may not be the most appropriate qualification.

With the Physics programme of the University of Strathclyde, you can study an MPhil or an MRes over one year or a PhD over the course of three to four years. You also have the option of an EngD over four or five years, depending on your research area.

Accounting and Finance from the University of Strathclyde is an opportunity for you to develop the theoretical competencies required to understand the role of accounting in organisations and society. You'll follow an interdisciplinary approach to the technical and institutional practices that makes accounting a specific social practice. 

The Strathclyde Doctoral School provides a vibrant and comprehensive student-centred research and training environment in order to grow and support current and future research talent. This Pharmacy and Biomedical Sciences PhD in is offered at the University of Strathclyde.

With the Psychology programme at the University of Strathclyde, you can study a DEdPsy over two years or a PhD over three years.

As a student in the Politics programme from the University of Strathclyde, you can study an MPhil over one year or a PhD over the course of three years.

The Creative Writing programme at University of Strathclyde may suit those who wish to pursue a particular sustained project. 

The Doctor of Business Administration (DBA) from the University of Strathclyde is a research degree designed to develop business professionals skilled in solving business problems.