19 PhD programmes offered by the university

During your journey through the taught and thesis stages of your Education doctorate at Oxford Brookes University you will gain the skills needed to become an education researcher.

A Psychology research degree in the Centre for Psychological Research at Oxford Brookes University allows you to develop your skills and contribute to internationally recognised psychology related research supported by skilled staff and a vibrant, cross-discipline research student community.

A research degree at Oxford Brookes University allows you to develop your research knowledge and skills to advance Nursing and Midwifery theory and practice.

The School of Law at Oxford Brookes University comprises a number of research groups, supporting our doctoral students and encouraging wide participation both through our partnerships with other research groups, and our busy programme of conferences, research events and lectures.

At Oxford Brookes University you can pursue independent research in Physiotherapy, Occupational Therapy and Rehabilitation, developing specialist expertise and contributing to knowledge in your field.

At Oxford Brookes University, you can pursue independent research in Education, developing specialist expertise and contributing to knowledge in your field.

The Department of Sport, Health Sciences and Social Work at Oxford Brookes University offers a number of flexible part-time and full-time research degree opportunities including a PhD in Sport and Coaching Sciences.

The School of Engineering, Computing and Mathematics at Oxford Brookes University provides a dynamic multidisciplinary environment to carry out research on some of the most important issues facing global society. 

The Professional Doctorate in Midwifery (DMid) at Oxford Brookes University is a part-time doctoral programme that will enable you to study whilst continuing in your current midwifery role.

At Oxford Brookes University you can pursue independent research in Hospitality, Tourism and Events Management, developing specialist expertise and contributing to knowledge in your field.

The School of Architecture at Oxford Brookes University is committed to engaging in world-leading research that addresses social, environmental and architectural challenges - locally, nationally and internationally.

The Department of Sport, Health Sciences and Social Work at Oxford Brookes University offers a number of flexible part-time and full-time research degree opportunities in the area of Nutrition.

The Doctor of Coaching and Mentoring programme at Oxford Brookes University develops the capabilities needed to become a researcher and leader in the field and foster excellence in your practice.

Doctoral students in this Business and Management programme at Oxford Brookes University have the opportunity to explore a wide range of innovative research topics of diverse thematic, spatial, and temporal contexts.

The School of the Built Environment at Oxford Brookes University has a dynamic and thriving research programme within a research environment that is internationally recognised for its quality and impact.

The Department of Biological and Medical Sciences at Oxford Brookes University offers a structured training programme for all students, spanning the subject areas of Cell and Molecular Biology, Biomedical Science and Environmental Biology.

The Marketing subject group and researchers at Oxford Brookes University provide a vibrant and supportive community in which to immerse yourself, including collaborative events, as well as opportunities to publish your research and gain teaching experience.

Social Work at Oxford Brookes University offers a supportive and collaborative research community, giving you the chance to develop your research skills together with knowledge of your chosen subject.

The Professional Doctorate in Nursing (DNurs) at Oxford Brookes University is a part-time doctoral programme aimed at nurses who wish to remain in practice, develop research skills and knowledge with a peer group and experience our world class research institute OxINMAHR.