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PhD application webinars

Whether you're still considering whether to do a PhD or you’re ready to start writing your application, we've built a series of webinars to guide you through the process.

Between now and February 2027, they'll cover everything from finding the right project to shaping your research proposal, as well as more information about our Black Futures Scholarship .

Can’t make the webinar? Sign up anyway and we’ll send you the recording, so you can watch it at a time that suits you.

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• Create your own research project
• PhD application webinars
• Find a PhD project
• Funding your research degree
• How to apply for a PhD or research degree
• How to make a PhD enquiry
• Support while studying your PhD or research degree
• More Create your own research project PhD application webinars Find a PhD project Funding your research degree How to apply for a PhD or research degree How to make a PhD enquiry Support while studying your PhD or research degree
• Create your own research project
• PhD application webinars
• Find a PhD project
• Funding your research degree
• How to apply for a PhD or research degree
• How to make a PhD enquiry
• Support while studying your PhD or research degree
• Register for our webinars Sign up for the webinars you’d like to attend. We’ll send you the joining details by email 24 hours before each webinar.

Finding, Funding and Applying for a PhD

Thursday 5 November 2026, 2-4pm

Thinking about a PhD and not sure where to start? This webinar will give practical advice on what a PhD involves and whether it's the right step for you.

T he webinar covers:

Emily Wardale (Careers Consultant for Researchers) and Dr Maisha Islam (Research Culture Lead, Doctoral College) will lead the session, followed by a live Q&A.

• What a PhD is and what to expect What postgraduate research involves, the different routes available and how long it takes.
• Choosing the right PhD for you Picking a topic, finding a project or writing your own research proposal, your funding options, and how to make a strong start.
• Your career after a PhD How we support your professional development and career planning during your PhD, and the careers a research degree can lead to.

The PhD application process

Wednesday 18 November 2026, 2-4pm

Ready to start applying for a PhD? Join our expert staff and current postgraduate researchers to explore your route to becoming a PhD researcher at Southampton. You’ll also have the opportunity to ask any questions you have as part of our live Q&A.

The webinar covers:

Dr Maisha Islam (Research Culture Lead, Doctoral College), Dr Elaine Igoe (Faculty Director of the Graduate School for Arts and Humanities), Dr Alex Weddell (Faculty Director of the Graduate School for Engineering and Physical Sciences) and m embers of the Doctoral College funding team will lead the session.

• The different pathways into PhD study F ind the right opportunity for you, whether you write your own research proposal or respond to one of our advertised projects.
• Finding a supervisor L earn how to refine your research interests and find a supervisor with expertise in that subject.
• Funding guidance U nderstand PhD fees, where to find funding opportunities, and key deadlines.
• How to create your own PhD action plan U nderstand the next steps towards developing a strong PhD application.

Black Futures scholarship

3 December 2026, 2-4pm and 4 February 2027, 2-4pm

Our Black Futures Scholarship supports talented UK Black researchers across a wide range of disciplines.

Join us to hear directly from our academics who help shape the programme and explore the opportunities available within our research community. Current Black Futures Scholars will also share their experiences of doctoral study at Southampton.

A representative from the Doctoral College will also be on hand to explain the application process for the scholarship.

The webinar covers:

The session runs twice in December and February, so you can choose the date that works best for you.

• Who the Black Futures Scholarship is for and how to apply
• Benefits of the scholarship G ain insight into the support, opportunities and research community available to Black Futures scholars across the University.
• First-hand perspectives H ear from current Black Futures scholars on their PhD journey and lived experience.
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