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Funded PhD Opportunities: University of Essex

Compare 27 doctoral research opportunities connected with University of Essex, with full project outlines, funding stipends, research supervisors and application deadlines.

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Available PhD opportunities (27)

PhD Research skills

Training and development

University of Essex

Our Postgraduate Research Training and Development scheme is designed to cultivate innovative thinkers, skilled researchers, and future…

Location
Colchester, United Kingdom
Deadline
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Funding
studentship
PhD Postgraduate study

Support and Guidance for Postgraduate Researchers

University of Essex

Our university is dedicated to supporting our postgraduate researcher community throughout their time at Essex.

Location
Colchester, United Kingdom
Deadline
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Funding
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Postdoc Research

Postdoctoral Hub

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
Deadline
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Funding
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PhD Funding

Fees and funding

University of Essex

Our tuition fees enable us to invest in your future and provide first-class facilities. We also offer a wide range of scholarships and…

Location
Colchester, United Kingdom
Deadline
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Funding
Tuition fees, Scholarships; Full tuition fee coverage for eligible students
Postdoc Doctoral and Postdoctoral College

Essex Doctoral & Postdoctoral College

University of Essex

Our mission of excellence in education and research ensures we are committed to providing a supportive, intellectually stimulating…

Location
Colchester, United Kingdom
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PhD Research

Doctoral Studies

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
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Funding
UKRI-funded Doctoral Training Partnerships
PhD Doctoral Studies

Admissions

University of Essex

Ready to apply? The links below bring together key pages to help you start your application journey — including the main University of…

Location
Colchester, United Kingdom
Deadline
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Funding
Research degree fees
PhD Research Excellence Framework (REF)

About us

University of Essex

You're joining a vibrant community of over 1,200 postgraduate and postdoctoral researchers.

Location
Colchester, United Kingdom
Deadline
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Funding
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PhD Social Sciences

SENSS: South East Network for Social Sciences

University of Essex

South and East Network for Social Sciences (SENSS) is an ESRC-funded Doctoral Training Partnership (DTP) promoting inventive and inclusive…

Location
Colchester, United Kingdom
Deadline
Funding
Tax-free maintenance stipend and tuition fees; £21,805 (2022/23 UKRI stipend rate); Covered for the duration of the funding award
PhD Environmental Sciences

ARIES: Advanced Research and Innovation in the Environmental Sciences

University of Essex

ARIES (Advanced Research and Innovation in the Environmental Sciences) is a Doctoral Landscape Award with the mission “to train…

Location
Colchester, United Kingdom
Deadline
Funding
NERC-funded PhD studentship; Full award, including fees at UK research organisation rate; Full award, excluding international fees
PhD Environmental Sustainability

Sustainable Transitions - Governance, Ecological Management and Society

University of Essex

The Sustainable Transitions – Governance, Ecological Management and Society – Leverhulme Doctoral Training Programme was established in…

Location
Colchester, United Kingdom
Deadline
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Funding
Leverhulme Trust
PhD Research

Research study

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
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PhD Arts and Humanities

Arts and Humanities Research Council Doctoral Landscape Awards at the University of Essex

University of Essex

The Arts and Humanities Research Council (AHRC) funds outstanding original research across the arts and humanities. We have funding for…

Location
Colchester, United Kingdom
Deadline
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Funding
AHRC Doctoral Landscape Award; £21,805 (2026/27 UKRI stipend rate); Covered for the funded period
PhD Integrated PhDs

Study at both Masters and research level

University of Essex

We offer a wide range of Integrated PhDs across the social sciences, arts and humanities, and science and health.

Location
Colchester, United Kingdom
Deadline
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Funding
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PhD Research projects

Research projects

University of Essex

At Essex we strive to undertake research that has the potential to change the world. Every project we support is directed by a desire to…

Location
Colchester, United Kingdom
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PhD PhD and other postgraduate research degrees

Research Degree Finder

University of Essex

Browse our PhD and other postgraduate research degrees, and find a supervisor for your thesis.

Location
Colchester, United Kingdom
Deadline
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PhD PhD and other postgraduate research degrees

Research Degree Finder

University of Essex

Browse our PhD and other postgraduate research degrees, and find a supervisor for your thesis.

Location
Colchester, United Kingdom
Deadline
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Funding
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PhD Sports Science

Performance Sport

University of Essex

Unleash your potential. Thrive in a supportive and empowering environment of academic and athletic excellence. Join a University ranked…

Location
Colchester, United Kingdom
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PhD Philosophy

Master of Philosophy (MPhil)

University of Essex

With an MPhil you will scrutinise a particular topic, independently producing a single large research project, and are examined by viva.…

Location
Colchester, United Kingdom
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PhD Philosophy

Integrated Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)

University of Essex

An Integrated PhD enables you to undertake a Masters-level year, designed to prepare you for your PhD, by enhancing your knowledge of a…

Location
Colchester, United Kingdom
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PhD Research degrees

Fees and funding

University of Essex

Our Postgraduate Research level courses benefit from a range of support and funding opportunities, drawing from internal schemes for…

Location
Colchester, United Kingdom
Deadline
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Funding
Government funding, Scholarships, Charities, National scholarship schemes
PhD Research degrees

Doctoral training partnerships

University of Essex

Our Doctoral Training Partnerships (DTPs) and Landscape Awards offer you skills training and funding for your postgraduate research. Join…

Location
Colchester, United Kingdom
Deadline
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Funding
Training Partnership
PhD General

Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)

University of Essex

A PhD is one of the highest forms of degree that can be awarded, and results from you making a unique and meaningful contribution to your…

Location
Colchester, United Kingdom
Deadline
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Funding
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PhD Biotechnology

Doctor of Medicine (MD)

University of Essex

The equivalent of a PhD, but available only in the fields of biotechnology and molecular medicine, our MD degrees are open to medically…

Location
Colchester, United Kingdom
Deadline
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Funding
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PhD Health and Social Care

Graduate opportunities

University of Essex

We offer a wide variety of studentships and other research opportunities throughout the year. As a research student, you'll work with at…

Location
Colchester, United Kingdom
Deadline
Funding
Stipend and Tuition Fees; Yes