Postgraduate Research

About the project

Study for a postgraduate research degree and join our community of graduates and professionals at Bath's Doctoral College.

Select a research programme and choose how you want to study. Find a supervisor and develop your own project or choose one of our academic-led projects.

There are different ways that you can undertake doctoral study. Find out all the available options.

Our doctoral training centres and research partnerships offer opportunities for students to collaborate with industry, universities and other organisations.

Search for PhD projects at the University of Bath

You could be considered for a studentship or scholarship to help you study at Bath.

Fees for new students starting full or part-time postgraduate research courses in the 2027/28 academic year.

As part of your postgraduate tuition fees, you may need to pay Training Support and Submission Pending fees.

92% of our research is classed as world-leading or internationally excellent by the Research Excellence Framework 2021

Ranked 125th in the world in the QS World University Rankings 2027

This scheme offers the opportunity for exceptional research students to conduct some of their research in Bath.

A guide for Prospective Commonwealth Split-Site applicants at the University of Bath.

Bath graduate Dominic Macias stayed on campus for research in his third year rather than go on placement and was inspired to stay on for his PhD.

In this video, PhD student Lydia Hudson explains how the University worked with them on a Disability Action Plan that made all the difference in their studies.

Final year PhD student Tamsyn Hawken talks about why she chose the University of Bath...and stayed.

Dr Antoine Buchard and Dr Ulrich Hintermair from our Centre for Sustainable Chemical Technologies reflect on the impact that doctoral researchers make.

Emma Williams, studying for a DBA in Higher Education Management, tells why she chose Bath and what it's like combining work and a career.

Alex Chartier completed his Engineering doctorate in 2015. Since then he has worked for a top space exploration company and now finds himself at the South Pole.

We support and enrich the experience of our doctoral researchers and play a key role in developing policy and strategy relevant to doctoral study.

Find out which visa type you need, how to apply, and how our Student Immigration Service can help you with your visa questions.

Get to know our master's courses, campus and students online.

Find out what it's like to study for a master's or doctoral degree at Bath at one of our online Postgraduate Open Days.

Take a virtual tour of our campus, including the student accommodation buildings, teaching rooms, laboratories, and Sports Training Village.

Find out what it's like to live in Bath and the South West while you study for your degree.

How and where to search for privately rented accommodation in Bath that’s right for you.

Our journey towards a better future is one we take together. Be part of our whole-institution approach to sustainability.

Essential legal information for all applicants, including important terms and conditions and requirements.

These are the standard terms and conditions of an offer of a place at Bath, representing the agreement between you and the University.

Research areas