Research degrees
As a technology university, our mission is to create knowledge through research.
We apply this knowledge for the benefit of society, tackling the major global challenges of our age.
Studying a research degree at the University of Bradford makes you part of this mission. You’ll learn from academic experts who are shaping the future of their sectors, in state-of-the-art labs and facilities.
96% of our research was rated world-leading, internationally excellent or internationally recognised in the latest Research Excellence Framework.
The new postgraduate doctoral loan
The UK government is introducing loans worth up to £25,000 for new postgraduate doctoral research students from 2018/19.
Loans are not means-tested and are open to English-resident UK nationals aged 59 or under, who do not have Research Council studentships.
Existing student loans won’t affect eligibility for the postgraduate doctoral loan, and repayments will be combined with those for the Master's loan if you have also taken one out.
PGR Connect
We've received new funding to improve support for the mental health and wellbeing of postgraduate research students.
Break new ground
You'll be joining a vibrant community of doctoral students.
You'll receive all the support you need to achieve your academic and career aspirations, and benefit from a dedicated study space for PhD students - the Postgraduate Research Lounge - as well as bespoke facilities for your area of interest.
Our research focuses on:
- advanced healthcare
- innovative engineering
- sustainable societies