Other opportunities

We offer a range of other opportunities to apply for a PhD in related subjects and research centres.

  • Materials Science PhD

    Our Materials Science PhD offers you an exciting opportunity to undertake and manage your research project, gain valuable laboratory experience and forge meaningful relationships in the professional sphere.

  • Natural Sciences PhD

    This PhD offers an academic training route for graduates seeking to perform leading fundamental and technologically relevant research that transcends the traditional discipline boundaries by linking one or more other disciplines with chemistry.

  • GREEN Centre for Doctoral Training

    Undertake a fully-funded, four-year Centre for Doctoral Training (CDT) PhD in GREEN (Growing skills for Reliable Economic Energy from Nuclear) and take your place among the next generation of nuclear experts.

Other methods of applying for a PhD

Studying for a research degree is a highly rewarding and challenging process. You'll work to become a leading expert in your topic area with regular contact and close individual supervision with your supervisor.

  • Develop your own self-funded PhD proposal

    If you have your own research idea, we can help you to develop it. To begin this process you will need to find a PhD Supervisor from one of our research groups, whose research interests align with your own.

  • Apply for a funded PhD position

    Every year we offer a range of PhDs funded by a number of different sources, including research councils, industries or charities. Browse the list of latest funded opportunities here.