Postgraduate research at The University of Manchester

Postgraduate research at The University of Manchester
Postgraduate research
Study on a postgraduate research programme at Manchester and you’ll be part of a community whose work has an impact on people's lives across the globe.
With a breadth of research activity that’s unrivalled in the UK, we work across disciplines and beyond the University, connecting the brightest minds to find innovative solutions to the world’s greatest challenges.
Biology, Medicine and Health
Learn about postgraduate research in the Faculty of Biology, Medicine and Health.
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Humanities
Learn about postgraduate research in the Faculty of Humanities.
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Science and Engineering
Learn about postgraduate research in the Faculty of Science and Engineering.
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Programme and project finder
Search our
PhD/MPhil projects database
for all available projects at Manchester. You can filter by research area, supervisor or funding type to find the right projects for you.
Use the programme finder below to search our full list of research areas.
Programme finder
A-Z list of postgraduate research areas
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Manchester Doctoral College
We are committed to the success of our postgraduate researchers – our Manchester Doctoral College ensures you develop and are able to make an impact.
Researcher development
We’ll help you reach your full potential. Learn more about how you can develop your skills further.
Centres for Doctoral Training
We offer cutting-edge doctoral study opportunities within a dynamic research culture, funded by Research Councils UK.
Our research
Find out more about the research culture at Manchester, where enthusiasm becomes achievement and theory becomes pioneering practice.
Our researchers
Looking for a particular researcher? Search our directory of academic staff.
Careers
From postgraduate advice through our careers service to opportunities at global organisations, we’ll give you the connections to kick-start your career.
Postgraduate research fees
See the latest fees information for students from the UK, the EU and around the world.
Open days
Discover what the University and the city of Manchester have to offer by joining one of o
ur postgraduate research open days.
Student support
At Manchester, we offer a wide range of support, all designed to help you make the most out of your university experience.
Funding
Explore the funding opportunities available and search our database of available PhD projects.
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Student life
Explore our campus, vibrant city, and the incredible opportunities to make an impact here.
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