Funded studentship opportunities
The Doctoral Academy offers PhD funded studentships which will be awarded to high-calibre graduates in the areas of research excellence detailed. Funded study typically includes tuition fees and a stipend.
Current opportunities
Climate Changes, Sustainability and Society
Reference: 2728-OCT-CCSS-SWDTP
Closing date: 12 January 2027, 12:00 (noon) GMT
Health, Wellbeing and Society
Reference: 2728-OCT-HWBS-SWDTP
Closing date: 12 January 2027, 12:00 (noon) GMT
Sociotechnical Futures and Digital Methods
Reference: 2728-OCT-SFDM-SWDTP
Closing date: 12 January 2027, 12:00 (noon) GMT
Education
Reference: 2728-OCT-EDU-SWDTP
Closing date: 12 January 2027, 12:00 (noon) GMT
Management and Business Studies
Reference: 2728-OCT-MBS-SWDTP
Closing date: 12 January 2027, 12:00 (noon) GMT
Social Policy
Reference: 2728-OCT-SP-SWDTP
Closing date: 12 January 2027, 12:00 (noon) GMT
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Self-funded research
If there are no suitable studentships in your research area, you have the opportunity to put forward your own research proposal on a self-funding basis. This includes if you are being sponsored by an organisation external to UWE Bristol such as your employer. You may also be eligible for the UK Government Postgraduate Doctoral Loan.
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Research fees
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Research funding
Funding options for research students, including university‑funded studentships, external funding, and postgraduate loans.
Research
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