Postgraduate research studentships

Looking for postgraduate research funding? Explore our studentship opportunities
Postgraduate students

Do you need funding for a research degree?

We offer a wide variety of studentships throughout the year – simply take a look at the projects below to see which ones you'd like to apply for. Please check the advert carefully to ensure you are eligible and what funding and support are available.
Please see our University Research Studentship guidelines for information on our recruitment and admissions processes, as well as policy for studentship holders.
 

Faculty of Health

School of Biomedical Sciences
Peninsula Medical School
School of Psychology

Faculty of Science and Engineering

School of Biological and Marine Sciences
  • The Ecology and Conservation of Goldsinny Wrasse (Ctenolabrus rupestris) in Coastal Marine Ecosystems
    Closing date: 14 March 2025 (12:00 noon UK time)
    Start date: 1 October 2025
    PhD type: PhD research project
    Funding: Funded PhD project (UK students only)
  • Reef to Rescue: Advancing Ex Situ Breeding for Marine Conservation
    Closing date: 14 March 2025 (12:00 noon UK time)
    Start date: 1 October 2025
    PhD type: PhD research project
    Funding: Funded PhD project (open to students worldwide)
School of Engineering, Computing and Mathematics
School of Geography, Earth and Environmental Sciences
 

Postgraduate research degrees

Find out more about the research degrees we offer, our areas of expertise and supervision, details of tuition fees and loans, and how to apply.
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