Research Degrees

Research degree opportunities

You can undertake your PhD or MPhil in one of 15 interdisciplinary themes of research in our Institutes, work alongside our researchers in our College Research Centres, or you can follow one of our many subject routes.

Subject Aerospace Engineering Anthropology Biomedical Sciences Business School Civil Engineering Communication and Media Studies Computer Science Creative Writing Design Economics and Finance Education Electronic and Computer Engineering English Environmental Sciences Film Studies History Journalism Law Mathematics Mechanical Engineering Music Occupational Therapy Physiotherapy Psychology Public Health and Health Promotion Social Work Sociology Specialist Community Public Health Nursing Sport, Health and Exercise Sciences Theatre

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Search for expert supervisors for your chosen field of research

PhD student loans of up to £25,000

For eligible Home/EU students residing in England

PhD Student Experience

Our PhD student describes her experience of studying for a research degree with Brunel University London: the student life, support from academics, social life and living on campus.

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How to apply for a PhD

Studentships and funding

A-Z of research areas for prospective PhD students

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

Specialised PhDs

 Support for your research