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Opportunity Spotlight
Looking for an amazing PhD programme or funding opportunity? Then make sure to check out the opportunities below while they last.
Postgraduate Events
Keep up-to-date with key events, talks and open days for prospective PhD students.
Latest PhD Advice
Find out everything you need to know about PhDs, from writing an academic cover letter to preparing a research proposal, secure funding and finding a supportive PhD supervisor.
PhD vs MD – Differences explained
This article will explain the key differences between a PhD and a MD, from program structure and length to career outlook.
PhD in USA – A Guide for 2020/21
A PhD in USA takes 5-6 years, costs between $12-45k per year and has a different structure to UK and EU PhDs. Find out if a US PhD is for you!
What is a Research Assistant?
Research assistants are employed by research institutes to assist with academic or private research. Find out all you need to know about the role.
What are Professional Doctorates?
Professional doctorates are advanced postgraduate degrees that combine taught components with independent research in a student's area of expertise. Find out what they involve.
PhD Student and Postdoc Experiences
Read our exclusive interviews with past and current PhD students to find out what it’s like to do a PhD.
Featured PhDs
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A Wearable Biosensor for Personalised Medicine
University of Birmingham School of ChemistryBirmingham, England -
A New Paradigm for Quantum Materials Discovery: S = ½ Kagomé Magnets in the Two-Dimensional Limit
University of Birmingham School of ChemistryBirmingham, England -
Digital Manufacturing Electron Beam Welding Process Quality Prediction Using Beam Assure Technology – Funded by Lloyd’s Register Foundation (NSIRC187 PhD Studentship)
National Structural Integrity Research Centre EngineeringCambridge, England -
Plant Responses to Stress, Metabolites for Health and Fuel from Cell Walls
Royal Holloway, University of London School of Biological SciencesEgham, England
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Our mission is simple – to help you find the right STEM PhD programme, supervisor and university for you. Our database allows you to effortlessly search through the latest PhDs, research projects and studentships in a matter of minutes.
In addition to this, we provide comprehensive guidance via our PhD Advice page. Whether you’re considering a PhD or already undertaking one, you’ll find useful information for each stage of your journey.