12.1k PhD programmes in selected countries

This Biosciences and Medicine MD course offered at the University of Surrey will give you the chance to contribute to a fast-paced area of research that's becoming increasingly relevant to modern society.

Studying human behaviour in the School of Psychological Science will give you the opportunity to be part of a vibrant postgraduate community and a world-class research department with more than 30 internationally recognised academic staff. University of Bristol offers the Psychology programme. 

Explore sexuality and gender beyond disciplinary boundaries with the Sexuality and Gender Studies degree at University of Birmingham.

We invite applications from enthusiastic research students wishing to explore an aspect of practice related to our Health Studies research clusters at University of Bradford.

The Development of Antioxidant-loaded Dermal Formulations for Diabetic Wound Healing course at Aston University aims to develop and characterise biocompatible dermal gel formulations loaded with antioxidants to promote angiogenesis and re-epithelialisation in a 3D-diabetic wound model.

This PhD degree EPSRC CDT in Compound Semiconductor Manufacturing programme is part of the EPSRC Centre for Doctoral Training (CDT) in Compound Semiconductor Manufacturing, from Cardiff University.

As a PhD Human Geography student in the Department of Geography and Environmental Science at University of Reading, you will be part of a vibrant research community.

The Optometry - Ophthalmic Science (Online) course at Aston University will equip you with the latest knowledge of clinical techniques, advanced instrumentation, ocular abnormality and innovations relevant to your discipline while you continue to work full-time in professional practice.

The Geography and Environmental Sciences (Research) from University of Birmingham provides postgraduate research opportunities across the full spectrum of the School’s research areas, including human geography and environmental health sciences.

This Creative Writing course from Lancaster University has a long and distinguished history which dates back to 1970, meaning that, in the UK, we were there at the very beginning of the discipline. And we remain at the fore with prize-winning authors as tutors, and students who go on to publish their work both while with us and after.

The PhD is a higher degree awarded for a thesis presenting original research that makes a publishable contribution to knowledge or understanding. This Environmental Geography programme is offered by University of York.

Cardiff University welcome applications from students interested in researching for a PhD in Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences. They focus on the discovery, development and optimised use of medicines and therapeutics to tackle some of the world's most debilitating and life-threatening diseases and improving patient health outcomes.

The Department of Population Health Sciences is part of Bristol Medical School. Staff in the department participate in extensive national and international research collaborations and provide health policy advice for government organisations and international bodies. University of Bristol offers the Population Health Sciences programme. 

There are a range of research specialisms in Occupational Therapy at Brunel University of London which can be seen in the areas we particularly welcome proposals on and supervisors’ areas of expertise. 

The Doctor of Professional Practice in Sport programme at Leeds Beckett University integrates part-time doctoral level study with continuing professional practice. It is therefore ideal for those who wish to study at doctoral level whilst maintaining their professional commitments.

By undertaking the Design Innovation programme from Loughborough University, you will have the opportunity to work with top researchers and industry leaders and gain first-hand experience of real-life problem-solving.

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.

Addressing Global Challenges with locally owned solutions is a key priority for Brunel University of London. 

A Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) is the highest academic award for which a student can be registered. This Sociology programme at the University of Huddersfield allows you to explore and pursue a research project built around a substantial piece of work, which has to show evidence of original contribution to knowledge.

The Law Research Degree (PhD) programme run by the School of Law at SOAS University of London accepts candidates wishing to undertake a significant and original research project leading to a PhD in Law.