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Research Degrees

Get ready to apply for a PhD programme

Use the search tools below to find PhD courses in your chosen area of study, an existing research project you can join, or browse our experts to find the right supervisor for you.

Apply for fully-funded PhD studentships

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Find your supervisor

Search for expert supervisors for your chosen field of research

How to apply for a PhD

Finding your supervisor, writing your research statement, completing the forms - you will find all the top tips here.

Next steps in applying for a PhD programme

Fees and funding

Studentships and funding

PhD student loans of up to £25,000

For eligible Home/EU students residing in England

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A-Z of research areas for prospective PhD students

Find the research institute, centre and group where you can undertake your PhD
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Specialised PhDs

DTP

Doctoral Training Partnerships
Structural_Integrity

Funded PhD partnered with Industry
Ahlia

Brunel Integrated PhD

What does doing a PhD degree look like?

Supervisor

Working with your Supervisory Team

PhD Structure

Research degrees evolve in different ways according to discipline. Find out what a typical PhD structure looks like, from literature review, data collection, analysis, writing and reviewing, to regular meetings with your supervisory team.
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Life as a research student at Brunel

Study environment for research students

As a PhD student you will benefit from dedicated space, equipment and resources

 Support during your research journey

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Work opportunities for research students
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Looking after your wellbeing

Student Services at Brunel are here to ensure you have a supportive and productive experience whilst studying.
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Coming to Brunel with your family
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Life as a research student at Brunel

Graduate School: Training and development

Workshops and seminars to enhance your academic and research skills and prepare you for your chosen career
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Library Services and Facilities for PhD Students

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My PhD experience: Student review

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