What is a Dual PhD?

Dual PhDs (also called Cotutelles) are degrees awarded by the University of Bristol and one of our partner universities that fulfil the requirements for doctoral study at both institutions. Each student completes an individual project that is co-supervised by a supervisory team of academics from the University of Bristol and the partner institution. For some programmes, there is also an expectation that the student will complete a period of study hosted at the partner university. 

On successful completion of the programme, students graduate with an award delivered in partnership by the participating universities.

Our Partners

The University of Bristol has existing partnerships that support our vision and strategy and align to our research priorities with:

Current Opportunities

Dual PhD opportunities are usually advertised by each Faculty directly. Take a look at the Faculty Postgraduate Research pages below for information about current opportunities.

• Faculty of Arts
• Faculty of Social Sciences and Law
• Faculty of Science and Engineering
• Faculty of Health and Life Sciences

Prospective Partners

If you are a researcher or representative from a university that would like to discuss new Cotutelle and partnership opportunities, please contact Kevin Higgins, the Bristol Doctoral College’s Global Bristol PhD Programme Manager, for more information.