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Book now to the Three Minute Thesis (3MT®) Competition 2019. This competition offers a unique glimpse into the world of the PhD,

A research degree at Cardiff University gives you the opportunity to investigate a specific topic in real depth amongst field-leading researchers with truly first-class facilities.

Research degrees are focused on independent study. Unlike taught students, you'll work with your supervisor to identify your study needs. Some research degrees include taught elements that focus on research conduct or in depth knowledge required for your project.

Find out more about the types of research degree we offer.

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Doctoral Training Initiatives

Our research-intensive profile and reputation enables us to secure funding for doctoral education from a wide range of sources.

Images of Research by postgraduate researchers from an exhibition by the Doctoral Academy.

Doctoral Academy

The Doctoral Academy is a dynamic academic unit to grow, coordinate and support postgraduate research.

Latest funded PhD and other research opportunities

Award Deadline
PhD in Engineering: Voltage uprating for more-electric and hybrid aircraft 31 August 2019
EPSRC iCase PhD in Chemistry: Synthesis of boron-nitride-carbon molecular hybrids for sensing and thermal management applications 31 August 2019
Jacob van Artevelde PhD studentship in Financial Economics 30 April 2019
PhD in Engineering: Enhancing the stability of organic solar cells based on non-fullerene acceptors 30 September 2019
MA Jameel Scholarships 24 May 2019

Alternatively you can use our funding search to discover our full range of opportunities.

Postgraduate Research Festival Launch

The Doctoral Academy is proud to invite you to its first Postgraduate Research Festival.

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