Discover Postgraduate Research Opportunities at Kent
At the University of Kent we understand your passion for academic progress. Whether you’re driven by the desire to gain advanced academic skills or join a global research community, our state-of-the art facilities will help you achieve your ambition. We inspire each other to do remarkable things here at Kent, empowering our PhD graduates to make their ambition count – it’s a legacy we’re proud of.
Postgraduate PhD Degrees at Kent – Flexible Start Dates and Global Recognition
Recognised as a leading UK and global university, Kent is known for teaching excellence and the interdisciplinary nature of its programmes. We offer flexible start dates —January, May, or September—for many of our research degrees.
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Our Research Changes Lives – Driving Innovation and Positive Impact
Kent’s reputation for world-leading research is confirmed by our exceptional results in the 2021 Research Excellence Framework (REF).
Join an ambitious community that pushes boundaries and fosters innovation and intent on making a positive difference to people’s lives.
Your work could have a ground-breaking impact.
Graduate and Research College Support
Kent’s Graduate and Researcher College provides vital support for your postgraduate journey, offering a dynamic study environment and opportunities to connect with academic communities and students across various disciplines.
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Interdisciplinary Research at Kent
Our impactful research spans multiple disciplines, including the arts and humanities, sciences, and social sciences, with eight subjects ranked in the top ten for research quality. Kent’s collaborative and interdisciplinary approach is reflected in our Doctoral Training Partnerships.
Multimillion-pound postgraduate scholarship funding
The University of Kent proudly supports its postgraduate research community with extensive training and development opportunities.
Explore Fully Funded PhD studentships at Kent
SEDarc (South East Doctoral Training for the Social Sciences):
South East Doctoral Training for the Social Sciences. Fully-funded Studentships in the social sciences, including economics, politics and international relations, business and management, sociology, psychology and socio-legal studies. Explore here.
Deadline: 24th November 2024.
CHASE (Consortium for the Humanities and the Arts South-East England):
Fully funded studentships in arts, humanities, and creative practices. Online sessions and research proposal workshops at the University of Kent. Explore here.
Deadline: Please check our webpage for deadlines.
ARIES (Advanced Research and Innovation in the Environmental Sciences):
Studentships available in the environmental sciences including ecology, marine, atmospheric and climate science, geosciences and microbiology. Explore here.
Kent’s Graduate and Researcher Development Programme
As a research student at Kent, you’ll participate in our Researcher Development Programme, gaining specialised and transferable skills that make you highly employable across various industries.
Join our global academic research community, and be inspired to push the boundaries of current thinking and research.
Discover Kent’s multi-million pound scholarships HERE
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For more details on our taught and research programmes, or to sign up for tailored updates about postgraduate study at Kent, you can download your prospectus.
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