Research degrees

Our research influences policy, changes lives and helps us to understand the world so that we can make it better. We believe that's the only kind of research worth doing. If you feel the same way, talk to us.

A PhD at Sheffield

A PhD at Sheffield is a challenge that will push you to realise your full potential. You'll have the support of leading researchers and do work that makes a positive difference.

Your PhD – why Sheffield?
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World-class research

93 per cent of our staff were doing internationally recognised or world leading research in the last Research Assessment Exercise.

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Research areas
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Scholarships and finance

We invest £6 million each year into PhD scholarships for UK, EU and international students. Look into scholarships and other funding options on our finance pages.

Fees and funding
Scholarships

Apply now

You can use our online application form and then track the progress of your application. Before you dive in, have a look at our applying essentials.

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