PhD & postgraduate research degrees
Become a doctoral researcher at Strathclyde
Based in the heart of Glasgow, Scotland's largest city, the University of Strathclyde is home to world-class researchers who work side-by-side with our doctoral researchers addressing local, societal and global challenges. We're proud that almost 90% of our research is rated 'world leading' or 'internationally excellent' by the Times Higher Education’s analysis of REF2021.
We attract talented students from Saudi Arabia and across the Middle East. Glasgow is a diverse, multicultural city with a large Muslim population, a wide range of halal restaurants and the biggest mosque in Scotland located less than 15 minutes' walk from campus. Prayer facilities are available on campus and the Strathclyde University Muslim Students Association (SUMSA) welcomes new students every year.
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How to apply
There are two main routes to undertaking a research project at Strathclyde - either by applying for an existing vacancy or pursuing your own specific areas of interest.
Current vacancies
- step 1: search our current vacancies. We've got a range of exciting research projects looking for people just like you!
- step 2: projects don't always have funding attached to them. If this is the case, find out ways to fund your research
- step 3: if there are no suitable vacancies, don't worry, you can still apply and submit your own research proposal
Submit your own research proposal
We welcome postgraduate research proposals throughout the year, meaning you can apply online anytime. Start by searching our courses on the link below to find out everything you need to know - including relevant supervisors and their areas of expertise. Then submit your application when you are ready.
The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia is new to marine engineering and has recently begun focussing on it, so I believed if I gained more experience in this field, I could be of benefit to my country.
Hadi Bantan
Hadi Bantan
Naval Architecture & Marine Engineering
Glasgow, and specifically the University of Strathclyde, I find to be one of the best universities for Marine Engineering in the world, and the department is full of highly qualified experts in the field. Glasgow is a beautiful city, especially its charm and good-natured locals.
Omaimah Alsenani
Design Manufacturing
My supervisor supported me from the first moment I contacted him regarding my proposal, even before I officially started my PhD. His support comes in the form of feedback and guidance, and he still provides me with various sources such as books and articles on the development of my research.
Keyla Montenegro
PhD in End of Life Care
Strathclyde has a very engaging and friendly research community. They are always thinking of ways to improve the research experience at the University and make our research visible to the wider community.
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University of the Year 2012 & 2019Times Higher Education Awards -
Almost 90% of research rated 'world leading' or 'internationally excellent'Times Higher Education’s analysis of REF2021 -
Glasgow’s the 4th best city in the world!Time Out Index 2022 -
Recipient of the Queen’s Anniversary Prize2019 & 2021
Work alongside world-class academics
Our leading-edge research and close links with business, industry and the public sector makes us the University of choice for a growing number of doctoral researchers.
Working side-by-side with world-class researchers, our doctoral researchers are addressing local, societal and global challenges. With access to first-rate facilities and an excellent research environment, our Strathclyde doctoral programmes include the following research opportunities:
Our research
Limb Salvage System
Find out how researchers in the Department of Biomedical Engineering have developed a limb salvage system which can be used in a range of environments, such as after disasters or in the military.
Seek-and-destroy nanomedicines for prostate cancer treatment
Strathclyde researcher Dr Christine Dufes is currently leading research on new 'seek-and-destroy- nanomedicines, with exciting results in laboratory settings.
Find out more about Strathclyde Doctoral SchoolStrathclyde Doctoral School
Strathclyde Doctoral School provides a vibrant and comprehensive student-centred research and training environment in order to grow and support current and future research talent.
The School encompasses our four Faculties and is committed to enriching the student experience, intensifying research outputs and opportunties, and ensuring training is at the highest level. As a postgraduate researcher you'll automatically become a member of the Strathclyde Doctoral School.
Our faculties & departments
Engineering
Humanities & Social Sciences
Science