Research programmes
Join over 3,500 postgraduate researchers from all over the world. Our community is the perfect place to start your research journey.
- About research degreesUnderstand your options – from distance learning to the length of your programme.
- Types of research degreeDiscover the degrees available – from PhDs to professional qualifications.
- Funding and scholarshipsExplore a range of funding opportunities.
- Research lifeLearn about our research community and the support on offer.
Applying for a PhD: top tips from our postgraduate researchers
Research at Bristol
Bristol was ranked 5th in the UK for research and is home to world-changing research across many fields (THE analysis of REF 2021). We welcome students from across the globe and offer a supportive community with significant opportunities for professional development. Find out more about research at Bristol.
Applying to Bristol
Things are a little different when you apply to study a postgraduate research degree, so we recommend familiarising yourself with the application process by reading our how to apply pages early in your journey.
It is also a good idea to find a suitable supervisor and contact them before you start your application. Depending on your research area, you may need to name a proposed supervisor in your application.
Specific advice relating to supervision and applications is available on the programme webpage, which you can visit using the programme finder.