Postgraduate researchOur research community
Fangzhu Yu,Electronic & Electrical Engineering PhD
"Strathclyde's a really supportive, friendly, diverse university."
Alex Wasalinko, Creative Writing MRes
"I decided I wanted to come back to do my Masters."
Nicola Irvine, Management Science PhD
I’m hoping to develop a full-time career advising on or developing health care policy. Depending on how the next two-three years go I may stay in research for a while longer.
Precious Otti, Chemical & Process Engineering PhD
The Strathclyde community is very professional, and friendly. They provided me with all the help I've needed and made my research journey easier and happier.
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Susan Harrington, Management Science PhD
I’m currently researching learning and knowledge acquisition in autistic people, particularly in terms of those who have experienced a threshold concept (a term which relates to deeper, transformative learning).
The University has brand new state-of-the-art facilities across the engineering faculty, which allows you to undertake world-class research on a wide range of subjects.
Aditi Mukhopadhyay, Chemical & Process Engineering PhD
"I wanted a career where I could cultivate and use my skills to benefit people, and somewhere I could witness a change."
Amy Hyslop, Entrepreneurship PhD
With the recent launch of the Doctoral School at Strathclyde as well, there's even more support for PhDs in place which is fantastic.
Dr Matthew Alexander, supervisor
Being a PhD supervisor is probably the most rewarding part of my role. It’s a unique relationship in the academic world as you are simultaneously teacher, mentor and colleague to a student.
I am extremely pleased with the support and mentoring within the Business School as well as the communication across departments for access to seminars, conferences and extra skills workshops.
Kathryn McKenzie, Law PhD
I have found the research community at Strathclyde to be very engaged. Anytime I feel the need to discuss a topic or ask for assistance on anything, I know there is someone I can turn to.
Liam McLean, PhD Pure & Applied Chemistry
The University of Strathclyde has several industry contacts and as a result, the research being carried out can directly impact the chemical industries.
John Mulgrew, Management Science DBA
The research community is impressive in its depth, breadth and diversity. I am constantly being exposed to amazing people with great ideas.
The Strathclyde research community has an international researcher-network across the world. They have regular visits from national and international scholars to give lectures at the University of Strathclyde. I found that the Strathclyde research community provides a lot of excellent opportunities to improve myself as a researcher.
Louise Logan
I’ve really enjoyed my time at Strathclyde. The staff in my department are interesting and supportive people, and I’ve made many good friends through the graduate school, which I’ve always found to be a welcoming environment to work in.
John Hughes
My part-time study has allowed me to continue working and studying in parallel. Which is important when you are running a business and supporting a family. The content of both my work and study are similar, so I was able to complement my studies with my experience and vice versa.
Diane Duffy, PhD in Digital Health & Wellness, Computer & Information Sciences
I study Type 1 diabetes and adolescent experiences with technology for physical activity...The deep-rooted personal experience and focus on helping others are what drives me to do my PhD.
Strathclyde encourages critical thinking. During the seminars, students have the opportunities to share their views based on their cultural background, experiences and readings. This communication inspires the students to understand the world from different angles.
Law PhD
Ashlee Espinoza, Mechanical & Aerospace Engineering
I would definitely recommend Strathclyde. The quality of the education is fantastic and there are so many opportunities to apply your work, collaborate with industry and feel like you’re helping to create change.
Christopher McMahon, PhD in GeoEnergy, Civil & Environmental Engineering
This is an emerging sector in geoscience research and will likely become the key area that future geologists and geoscientists will be trained in as the need to tackle issues such as climate change remains paramount.
Linda Lapp, PhD in Healthcare Analytics, Computer & Information Sciences
My PhD is giving an extensive understanding about how the healthcare system in the UK works... I like that I have an opportunity to make a real change and hopefully help improve people’s lives.