Pursue your passions
with a fully funded PhD
Whether you’re a UK, EU or international student, you’ll find exciting opportunities to start your postgraduate research journey with us in 2024. You can apply for one of our funded PhD studentships across a range of subject areas.
Explore funded PhDs by subject area
- Circular Economy and Smart Manufacturing: Examining the influence of the circular economy as a driver of smart manufacturing technology adoption in the UK food sector
- Post-Brexit sustainable dairy farming in the United Kingdom: An investigation of innovation barriers, catalysts and associated risk factors
- 4D Artificial Biological Intelligence for Cell Simulation and Modelling
- Building the guitar of the Future
- Deploying AI Algorithms on Embedded Systems with Limited Resources
- Investigation of Intradialytic Hypotension (IDH) in Haemodialysis Patients
- Non-destructive Testing Technique for Pipelines based on Optimal Generation and Reception of Unidirectional Ultrasonic Guided Waves
- Biomechanical and microscopic evaluation of dental care approaches in maintaining a healthy and functional oral environment
- Correlative Multimodal X-ray Microscopy for Life Science Applications
- Fast method for real-time prediction of soft-tissue deformation
- High-Performance Multifunctional Textile Wastes/Jute Fibre Hybridised Sustainable Composites for Advanced Engineering Applications
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Seakeeping control strategy for underactuated unmannedÌývessels
- Beyond the dyad: Development of task co-representation of multiple co-actors across cultures
- Comparative Thanatology: evolutionary drivers and proximate mechanisms
- Exploring the limits of adverse effects of misinformation on memory
- Same toys = Different skills: Exploring the impact of gender stereotypical activities on skill development in nursery children
- The development of thinking skills in university students and the impact on workplace success
- The effects of hypoxia on decision making, cognitive flexibility, memory, and pain
- The impact of alcohol intoxication on face discrimination: recognizing the same individuals across changing viewing conditions
- Using human behaviour change theory to develop educational programmes promoting the conservation of critically endangered crested macaques (Macaca nigra) in North Sulawesi, Indonesia
- South Coast DTP (SCDTP) bursariesÌý
Funding information and eligibilityÌý
Candidates applying for these projects may be eligible to compete for one of a number of bursaries availableÌý–Ìýsome bursaries fund tuition fees only, while others cover tuition fees at the UK rate for three years plus a stipend in line with the UKRI rate (£18,622 for 2023/24).
Most projects are open to applications from UK, EU and international students unless otherwise specified in the project advert. Please check your eligibility before submitting a formal application.Ìý
Costs for student visa and immigration health surcharge are not covered by these scholarships. For further guidance and advice visit our international and EU studentsÌý‘Visa FAQs’ page.
How to apply
1. Select a subject area from the list above where you will find eligible project areas/projects and entry criteria.Ìý
2. Get in touch with the named project supervisor to discuss your interest before you apply. Forwarding your CV and an outline of your research idea would help speed up the process.
3. When you are ready to apply, use the online application form link found in the project advert, making sure you submit all the required documentation before the application deadline.Ìý
Please note: If you want to be considered for a funded PhD opportunity you must quote the project code provided when applying.Ìý Email applications are not accepted.
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Application deadline
Application deadlines vary depending on the funding scheme.Ìý
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What happens next?
We’ll review your application and if you’re shortlisted, you’ll be invited to an interview. Shortlisting and interviews will take place after the application deadline.
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Find out more
Postgraduate Research Proposal Guide
If you are considering undertaking a postgraduate research degree, follow our step by step guide to writing the perfect research proposal.Ìý
Find a PhD Supervisor
If you've already got your own research idea, start looking for a supervisor whose research interests match yours.
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Come to our next event to talk to our course leaders, researchers, expert support teams and current students.Ìý
