PhD study
As well as building the foundations for an academic career, PhD study will help you to develop excellent research skills. By studying for a PhD, you can become an expert in your field while getting to pursue your lifelong passion. Discover more about choosing your PhD supervisor, writing a research proposal, passing your viva exam, and get some ideas for what to do next.
- 5 routes to getting a Doctorate
- How to write a successful research proposal
- What is a PhD?
- PhD studentships 2025
- 5 tips for passing your PhD viva
- Your PhD, what next?
- Getting an academic job
- 5 challenges faced by PhD students
- Choosing your PhD supervisor
- PhD loans in England 2025
- Research Council funding