PhD
Research
Bournemouth University
We want all of our postgraduate research students to have a personalised experience while at BU, ensuring you graduate with all of the…
Location Poole, United Kingdom
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PhD
Research
Bournemouth University
Learn how the Doctoral College can support you and find out more about our role in postgraduate student life.
Location Poole, United Kingdom
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Funding See university guidance
PhD
Research
University of Greenwich
The university supports postgraduate research opportunities with a range of scholarships and studentships.
Location London, United Kingdom
Deadline See university guidance
Funding scholarship; Home fees for EU applicants
PhD
Research
Middlesex University
As part of our ongoing investment in research, we offer a number of funded studentships throughout the year.
Location London, United Kingdom
Deadline See university guidance
Funding studentship; living stipend; fully or partial
Postdoc
Research
Queen's University Belfast
Postdoctoral researchers make a vital contribution to the research community at Queen's. Alongside advancing world-leading research, they…
Location Belfast, United Kingdom
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Funding See university guidance
PhD
Research
Bournemouth University
Doctoral College Writing your personal statement and research proposal Printed on FSC certifed paper from sustainable forests. Alternative…
Location Poole, United Kingdom
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PhD
Research
University of Bradford
Studying a research degree at the University of Bradford makes you part of our mission to create knowledge through research.
Location Bradford, United Kingdom
Deadline See university guidance
Funding Tuition fees cover the cost of your registration, tuition, academic supervision, assessment and examination.
PhD
Research
York St John University
Join our community of forward thinking academics as a postgraduate researcher (PGR).
Location York, United Kingdom
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Funding See university guidance
Postdoc
Research
University of Essex
At any given time, approximately 50 postdoctoral researchers work across the University of Essex, contributing to a diverse range of…
Location Colchester, United Kingdom
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Funding See university guidance
PhD
Research
University of Suffolk
By choosing the University of Suffolk, postgraduate students can have the opportunity to benefit from working with academic specialist…
Location Ipswich, United Kingdom
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Funding See university guidance
PhD
Research
York St John University
Our commitment to PGR for 2030 Our Commitment to PGR for 2030 Postgraduate Researchers (PGRs) make a vital contribution to York St John…
Location York, United Kingdom
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Funding See university guidance
PhD
Research
University of Northampton
Deciding to study a research degree is a big decision and the road to applying can seem long. However, with the right guidance, applying…
Location Northampton, United Kingdom
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Funding While many research applicants hope to be fully funded, receiving fully funded studentships can be very competitive, so make sure you investigate all your options and find out what financial help is available before you apply.
There are various funding options available to Research students – here are the main ones:
- Charities, trusts, societies, and employers – some independent organisations offer to partially (and sometimes fully) fund research students if their research correlates with the groups’ interests. Support is available for a large variety of subjects so make sure to do some research. The Find a PhD website guide on PhD funding from charities is a good place to start.
- Doctoral loans – The UK government offers doctoral loans to English and Welsh research students. A Postgraduate Doctoral Loan can help with course fees and living costs while you study. This might not cover the full cost of a degree. Students wishing to self-fund with the help of a doctoral loan will potentially have to take up part-time work.
- Scholarship and bursaries funding – At the University of Northampton we receive generous support from charities, partners and individuals, which means we ca
PhD
Research
University of Leicester
The first step in applying for a Fellowship is to identify the research theme you are interested in and some potential topics that you can…
Location Leicester, United Kingdom
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Funding See university guidance
PhD
Research
University of Central Lancashire
Study a research degree with us and you’ll join a vibrant and world-class research environment. Get in touch with a research tutor to…
Location Preston, United Kingdom
Deadline See university guidance
Funding See university guidance
PhD
Research
University of Essex
Doctoral studies are a significant commitment to your professional future, and we are here to help you with every step.
Location Colchester, United Kingdom
Deadline See university guidance
Funding UKRI-funded Doctoral Training Partnerships
PhD
Research
University of Hull
The Doctoral College provides dedicated support to postgraduate research students, to supplement the discipline-specific provision you…
Location Hull, United Kingdom
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Funding See university guidance
PhD
Research
Keele University
A research degree is the highest degree awarded by UK Universities. There are several varieties of degree and we have outlined the…
Location Keele, United Kingdom
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Funding See university guidance
PhD
Research
Keele University
A research degree is the highest degree awarded by UK Universities. There are several varieties of degree and we have outlined the…
Location Keele, United Kingdom
Deadline See university guidance
Funding See university guidance
PhD
Research
University of Portsmouth
Whether you're studying for a PhD, MPhil, MRes, MD, Professional Doctorate or PhD by Publication, the Doctoral College can help you…
Location Portsmouth, United Kingdom
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Funding See university guidance
PhD
Research
University of Hertfordshire
Research degrees are well-suited to aspiring academics, researchers and professionals pursuing specialist research interests. If you want…
Location Hatfield, United Kingdom
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Funding See university guidance
PhD
Research
University of Portsmouth
Discover the benefits of getting a PhD or research degree and how it can boost your career.
Location Portsmouth, United Kingdom
Deadline See university guidance
Funding Find out how you can fund your postgraduate research project, with options including loans, bursaries, and scholarships.
PhD
Research
University of Sheffield
Please check the information on each scholarship to make sure that the scheme is running for the academic year you wish to apply for, and…
Location Sheffield, United Kingdom
Deadline See university guidance
Funding scholarship
Postdoc
Research
Keele University
Postgraduate research fees
Location Keele, United Kingdom
Deadline See university guidance
Funding fees
PhD
Research
Keele University
Postgraduate research fees
Location Keele, United Kingdom
Deadline See university guidance
Funding Fees and funding; Full tuition fee
PhD
Research
University of Strathclyde
There are lots of different options to help you fund postgraduate research study!
Location Glasgow, United Kingdom
Deadline See university guidance
Funding See university guidance
Postdoc
Research
University of Sussex
Search for postdoctoral research positions at Sussex, and see the help and support you’ll receive once you’re here.
Location Brighton, United Kingdom
Deadline See university guidance
Funding See university guidance
PhD
Research
University of Manchester
Manchester Doctoral College (MDC) has oversight of all doctoral training and researcher development across The University of Manchester.
Location Manchester, United Kingdom
Deadline See university guidance
Funding Look into funding and the cost of living in Manchester.
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PhD
Research
Coventry University
Please ensure that you have the following available as you will be asked to upload all required documentation in order to make an online…
Location Coventry, United Kingdom
Deadline See university guidance
Funding See university guidance
PhD
Research
Newcastle University
Do you know the research area you’d like to work in, but without a clear idea for a specific PhD project?
Location Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom
Deadline See university guidance
Funding University-funded; Living allowance, tuition fees covered (for home students); Home students: Yes, international students: No
PhD
Research
University of Lincoln
The University of Lincoln offers a range of research programmes, including MA/MSc by Research, MPhil, and PhD , and you can apply for…
Location Lincoln, United Kingdom
Deadline See university guidance
Funding - Research Repository Explore our research repository, where you can find journal articles, book chapters, papers, and theses completed by researchers at Lincoln.
PhD
Research
University of Sussex
A PhD is a research degree where you spend a significant amount of time investigating and analysing your chosen topic. Find out who will…
Location Brighton, United Kingdom
Deadline See university guidance
Funding See university guidance
PhD
Research
University of Bristol
Applications are now closed for September 2026 entry. Applications for September 2027 entry will open in the Autumn.
Location Bristol, United Kingdom
Deadline 1 September 2027
Funding Scholarship; £21,805 annually; Full fee funding
PhD
Research
Manchester Metropolitan University
First, you will need to contact an academic (or a relevant department lead listed above if you have not secured your supervisory team) to…
Location Manchester, United Kingdom
Deadline 4 January 2027
Funding Studentship
PhD
Research
University of Plymouth
1. This document should be read in conjunction with the most up to date versions of the University’s Academic Regulations and the Research…
Location Plymouth, United Kingdom
Deadline See university guidance
Funding Internal/External Funding; Included in offer letter
PhD
Research
University of Essex
A postgraduate research (PGR) degree at Essex offers you the opportunity to explore your chosen topic in depth and contribute original…
Location Colchester, United Kingdom
Deadline See university guidance
Funding See university guidance
PhD
Research
Bournemouth University
Discover how much it costs to do a postgraduate research degree with us and what our fees include.
Location Poole, United Kingdom
Deadline See university guidance
Funding Government-funded loan, External funding; Partially covered by the university
PhD
Research
University of Bristol
Students living in England and Wales can apply for a postgraduate doctoral loan. This can help with your programme fees and living costs…
Location Bristol, United Kingdom
Deadline See university guidance
Funding Loan; Up to £30,301 (England) / Up to £29,130 (Wales)
PhD
Research
Queen Margaret University
We currently have more than 130 research candidates who form a significant and valuable part of the University’s research community and…
Location Edinburgh, United Kingdom
Deadline See university guidance
Funding University-funded; 20% discount for alumni
PhD
Research
Queen Margaret University
We currently have more than 130 research candidates who form a significant and valuable part of the University’s research community and…
Location Edinburgh, United Kingdom
Deadline See university guidance
Funding Self-funded; 20% discount for alumni
PhD
Research
Coventry University
Coventry University’s unique PhD by Publication programme is designed for active researchers who have already produced a number of…
Location Coventry, United Kingdom
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Funding See university guidance
PhD
Research
Nottingham Trent University
NTU Doctoral is at the heart of research at Nottingham Trent University. It's here to support you through your projects, guide you through…
Location Nottingham, United Kingdom
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Funding See university guidance
PhD
Research
University of Hertfordshire
Skip the queues on results day with an exclusive priority Clearing hotline number .
Location Hatfield, United Kingdom
Deadline See university guidance
Funding See university guidance
PhD
Research
University of Portsmouth
Each year, the Doctoral College and the Super Rep Group at the University of Portsmouth host the Festival of Doctoral Research - a vibrant…
Location Portsmouth, United Kingdom
Deadline See university guidance
Funding See university guidance
PhD
Research
Sheffield Hallam University
Find key contacts for enquiries about funding, partnerships, collaborations and doctoral degrees.
Location Sheffield, United Kingdom
Deadline See university guidance
Funding University scholarships, AHRC Doctoral Landscape Awards in the Arts and Humanities, White Rose Social Sciences Doctoral Training Partnership
PhD
Research
Anglia Ruskin University
ARU's dedicated Doctoral School supports all our postgraduate researchers to fulfil their potential and become the researchers, innovators…
Location Cambridge, United Kingdom
Deadline See university guidance
Funding See university guidance
PhD
Research
Arts University Bournemouth
You'll undertake your programme of study at AUB, with some workshops and presentations taking place at UAL as part of your PGR training.
Location Poole, United Kingdom
Deadline See university guidance
Funding See university guidance
PhD
Research
University of Cumbria
A postgraduate research degree at the University of Cumbria offers the perfect opportunity to follow your passion, enhance your skills and…
Location Carlisle, United Kingdom
Deadline See university guidance
Funding See university guidance
PhD
Research
SOAS University of London
These scholarships provide funding that covers tuition fees in full and provide a maintenance stipend to support students' studies.
Location London, United Kingdom
Deadline See university guidance
Funding Scholarship; Maintenance stipend; Full tuition fees
PhD
Research
University of West London
A PhD by Prior Publication/Portfolio provides an opportunity to obtain a PhD based on research that has already been undertaken and…
Location London, United Kingdom
Deadline See university guidance
Funding See university guidance
PhD
Research
Bath Spa University
We collaborate with academic faculty and project administrators across Europe, Africa, and Asia to support a variety of grant-funded…
Location Bath, United Kingdom
Deadline See university guidance
Funding Grant-funded
PhD
Research
Leeds Beckett University
We recently welcomed over 100 postgraduate researchers from across the UK to LBU for this year’s Postgraduate Research Student (PGR)…
Location Leeds, United Kingdom
Deadline See university guidance
Funding See university guidance
PhD
Research
Birmingham City University
Applying for a PhD is quite different to the process for undergraduate and Master’s degrees – you need a clear and original idea that…
Location Birmingham, United Kingdom
Deadline See university guidance
Funding studentships
PhD
Research
Falmouth University
Whether you'd like to join us through an MPhil or PhD research degree, the process is simple and outlined in the step-by-step guide below.
Location Falmouth, United Kingdom
Deadline See university guidance
Funding See university guidance
PhD
Research
York St John University
A PhD is your research, your questions and your passion. Immerse yourself in your chosen specialism and conduct high quality academic…
Location York, United Kingdom
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Funding See university guidance
PhD
Research
Anglia Ruskin University
Your ideas can change lives. At ARU, you’ll find the support, expertise and community to help you turn them into research that makes a…
Location Cambridge, United Kingdom
Deadline See university guidance
Funding See university guidance
PhD
Research
University of Southampton
Let us help you change the world. Take your research degree at Southampton, where over 96% of our research has been assessed as world…
Location Southampton, United Kingdom
Deadline See university guidance
Funding University funding
PhD
Research
University of Hertfordshire
Skip the queues on results day with an exclusive priority Clearing hotline number .
Location Hatfield, United Kingdom
Deadline See university guidance
Funding Full-time PhD funding
Postdoc
Research
University of Hertfordshire
The University of Hertfordshire invites outstanding early career researchers to apply for externally funded Fellowships to be hosted at…
Location Hatfield, United Kingdom
Deadline See university guidance
Funding UKRI, AHRC, BBSRC, ESRC, EPSRC, NERC, STFC, European Commission, British Academy, Newton International Fellowships, Royal Society, RAEng, AXA Research Fund
PhD
Research
University of Hertfordshire
The University of Hertfordshire has a stimulating and vibrant research community which will fully support you as you pursue your path…
Location Hatfield, United Kingdom
Deadline See university guidance
Funding See university guidance
PhD
Research
University of Bristol
At Bristol, there are a range of different funding opportunities available for postgraduate students. These include doctoral training…
Location Bristol, United Kingdom
Deadline 1 September 2027
Funding Scholarship; Yes; Full fees
PhD
Research
University of Bristol
Applications are now closed for September 2026 entry. Applications for September 2027 entry will open in the Autumn.
Location Bristol, United Kingdom
Deadline 1 September 2027
Funding Scholarship; £21,805 annually; Full fee funding
PhD
Research
University of Sheffield
As a PhD student at Sheffield you're welcomed into a diverse, supportive community of researchers from all over the world.
Location Sheffield, United Kingdom
Deadline See university guidance
Funding See university guidance
PhD
Research
Bournemouth University
If you are a current PhD student at another university in the UK or overseas, you can apply to visit BU to undertake an aspect of your…
Location Poole, United Kingdom
Deadline See university guidance
Funding Visiting PGR
PhD
Research
University of St Andrews
As a student at the University of St Andrews, you will be expected to pay fees every year that you attend a degree course. Fees may…
Location St Andrews, United Kingdom
Deadline See university guidance
Funding Home students; £5,006; Full fee
PhD
Research
University of Sussex
Make discoveries, improve lives and change things for the better. As a PhD student at Sussex, you’ll be supported throughout your studies…
Location Brighton, United Kingdom
Deadline See university guidance
Funding Discover what funding is available
PhD
Research
Imperial College London
Our Split PhD scheme allows you to carry out some of your research abroad, either in the field or at an overseas institution.
Location London, United Kingdom
Deadline See university guidance
Funding See university guidance
PhD
Research
University of the West of England
A self-funded PhD or MPhil is a uniquely flexible and affordable postgraduate research degree. It’s a way to collaborate with our thriving…
Location Bristol, United Kingdom
Deadline See university guidance
Funding self-funded; part-time fees starting from £2,600 per year for Home students
PhD
Research
Swansea University
We understand that the cost of your studies is one of the most important factors when deciding on a postgraduate degree. That's why we…
Location Swansea, United Kingdom
Deadline See university guidance
Funding Scholarship
PhD
Research
University of St Andrews
Whatever your chosen discipline, your programme will put you in control, helping you make an impact on the latest research and innovation…
Location St Andrews, United Kingdom
Deadline See university guidance
Funding See university guidance
PhD
Research
Bournemouth University
Discover how much it costs to do a postgraduate research degree with us and what our fees include.
Location Poole, United Kingdom
Deadline See university guidance
Funding Government-funded loan, External funding; Partially covered by the university
PhD
Research
University of Salford
Our master's level research courses give you the freedom to focus on your interests, while gaining a range of skills for your future career.
Location Salford, United Kingdom
Deadline See university guidance
Funding Loan, Scholarship, Discount; Annual tuition fee
PhD
Research
Imperial College London
The International Research Opportunities Programme is a chance to spend 8–10 weeks over the summer vacation at one of our international…
Location London, United Kingdom
Deadline See university guidance
Funding Bursary
PhD
Research
Northumbria University
Everything you need to know about Postgraduate Research funding at Northumbria University for International applicants. Navigate between…
Location Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom
Deadline See university guidance
Funding Scholarships and Stipends; Yes, payment of a stipend; Home fees covered
PhD
Research
University of Liverpool
At Liverpool, we nurture world-class research potential and empower the next generation of trailblazers. Our fellowships cultivate future…
Location Liverpool, United Kingdom
Deadline See university guidance
Funding Externally-funded
PhD
Research
University of Leicester
We are keen to attract outstanding researchers in all disciplines from the UK or internationally and we welcome applications from…
Location Leicester, United Kingdom
Deadline See university guidance
Funding External Funding (UKRI); Fixed Term Salary, Travel, Equipment and Consumable Costs
PhD
Research
Keele University
Programme fees and funding opportunities for postgraduate researchers at Keele University.
Location Keele, United Kingdom
Deadline See university guidance
Funding various
PhD
Research
Keele University
Programme fees and funding opportunities for postgraduate researchers at Keele University.
Location Keele, United Kingdom
Deadline See university guidance
Funding various; partially covered
PhD
Research
University of Birmingham
Considering and applying for a PhD can seem like a daunting experience and you may have questions about where to start and what you need…
Location Birmingham, United Kingdom
Deadline See university guidance
Funding See university guidance
PhD
Research
Manchester Metropolitan University
Find information about studying for a doctorate and help to decide if a research degree is right for you.
Location Manchester, United Kingdom
Deadline See university guidance
Funding See university guidance
PhD
Research
University of Cambridge
At the University of Cambridge, we’re at the forefront of global research. Renowned for our pioneering contributions across disciplines,…
Location Cambridge, United Kingdom
Deadline See university guidance
Funding Studentships
PhD
Research
Northumbria University
October 1st - PhD entry | 1st July (1st June for the Faculty of Business and Law)
Location Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom
Deadline 1 October 2026
Funding studentship
PhD
Research
Queen's University Belfast
Winners were announced at the Postdoc Showcase on Friday 25 September in celebration of National Postdoc Appreciation Week (21- 25…
Location Belfast, United Kingdom
Deadline 29 June 2026
Funding Award