100+ Funded PhDs at a Top 10 UK university

Loughborough University – All Subjects

Position yourself as an expert in your field, and open a range of doors with future employers – by embarking on a PhD at Loughborough University. 

At Loughborough University there is a strong culture of cross collaborative research and multi-disciplinary academics who develop projects that deliver real-world impact.

Join a dynamic community that inspires talented researchers to progress new ideas for businesses and policymakers that are helping to shape a fairer, more sustainable future.

Find out more about doctoral research at Loughborough University

Funded PhDs at Loughborough University

• Our pioneering research spans two campuses in the UK – Loughborough and London. 
• Receive a fully funded PhD covering tuition fees and an annual stipend for three years.
• PhD opportunities open to both UK and international students.
• Benefit from two academic supervisors with related research expertise to help you reach your research ambitions - supporting and guiding you through your PhD journey and on your career path.
• You’ll be encouraged to attend conferences and symposia, and work on joint publications with your supervisor to hone and develop your research.
• Support to commercialise your research through funding, incubators or collaborative spin-outs.

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PhD Studentship Project Areas

Over 100 funded PhDs and self-funded projects within a wide range of subject areas that are interdisciplinary. Start changing the world today in the following areas:

• Aeronautical and Automotive Engineering
• Architecture, Building and Civil Engineering
• Business and Economics
• Chemical Engineering
• Chemistry
• Communication and Media
• Computer Science
• Criminology, Sociology and Social Policy
• Design and Creative Arts
• Design Innovation
• Digital Technologies
• Diplomacy and International Governance
• English
• Geography and Environment
• Innovation and Entrepreneurship
• International Management
• International Relations, Politics and History
• Material Sciences Engineering
• Mathematical Sciences and Education
• Mechanical, Electrical and Manufacturing Engineering
• Media and Creative Industries
• Physics
• Sport Business
• Sport, Exercise and Health Sciences

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Apply for a Loughborough University PhD

1. Browse available PhDs
2. Check project details and eligibility criteria
3. Research potential supervisors via the project links and then contact listed project supervisors
4. Check the individual deadlines for each project
5. Apply online, and check in the project details if you need to attach a research proposal

How to apply