University of Manchester Scholarships & PhD Positions 2026–2027: 17+ Open Programmes

BBSRC North West Doctoral Programme in Bioscience 2027 at the University of Manchester and University of Liverpool

University of Manchester · United Kingdom

The BBSRC North West Doctoral Programme in Bioscience (NWDP) is a four-year doctoral training partnership between the University of Manchester, University of Liverpool, and BBSRC. Fully funded studentships starting October 2027, with applications open 2 November 2026 and deadline 4 December 2026. Limited number of full awards available to international applicants.

Cancer Research UK Manchester Institute Four-Year PhD Studentships 2027

University of Manchester · United Kingdom

The Cancer Research UK Manchester Institute recruits researchers for a four-year PhD programme. Hosted by University of Manchester in Manchester. Apply by 6 November 2026, 17:00 GMT.

CRUK Manchester Institute PhD Student Recruitment 2027 (6 Projects)

University of Manchester · United Kingdom

CRUK Manchester Institute PhD recruitment 2027 is open: six funded projects starting autumn 2027, stipend from GBP 21,113/year with fees paid. Apply by 6 November 2026, 17:00 GMT.

Fully Funded PhD in AI for Engineering, Materials and Wearable Technologies at the University of Manchester

University of Manchester · United Kingdom

PhD studentship at the University of Manchester (Department of Materials) in AI, digital engineering, textiles and wearable technologies. The project is developed jointly between the successful applicant and supervisor. Fully funded for 3.5 years, starting January 2027. Stipend £21,805 per year (2026/27 UKRI rate). Deadline: 30 March 2027.

PhD in Quantum-Dot–Atom Repeaters at the University of Manchester

University of Manchester · United Kingdom

PhD studentship at the University of Manchester to build heterogeneous quantum-dot–atom repeaters for quantum networks, combining III-V semiconductor quantum-dot photon sources with warm rubidium atomic vapour for frequency conversion and photon storage. Supervised by Dr Joanna Zajac. Stipend £21,805 per year (2026/27 UKRI rate). Deadline: 1 December 2026.

MRC Exposome Immunology PhD Studentships, Manchester and Oxford 2027

University of Manchester · United Kingdom

The MRC Exposome Immunology programme supports doctoral work on how environmental exposures interact with the immune system.

MRC North West Doctoral Programme in Medical Sciences 2027

University of Manchester · United Kingdom

The MRC North West programme supports doctoral research in medical sciences. Hosted by University of Manchester in Manchester. Apply by 27 November 2026.

Fully Funded PhD Studentship: Environmental Controls on Antimicrobial Resistance (Dual-Degree)

University of Manchester · United Kingdom

This dual-award PhD project will investigate how environmental factors influence the evolution of antimicrobial resistance across Manchester and Peking University.

Fully Funded PhD Studentship: Bayesian Modeling of High-Dimensional Structural Data

University of Manchester · United Kingdom

This project focuses on developing a comprehensive Bayesian learning framework for high-dimensional structural data with practical applications.

PhD in Chromatin Regulation at CRUK Manchester Institute, UK

University of Manchester · United Kingdom

Fully funded four-year CRUK Manchester Institute PhD in the Chromatin Regulation research group, October 2027 intake. Stipend GBP 21,113-23,294 per year plus fees. Deadline: 6 November 2026, 17:00 GMT.

PhD Computer Science at The University of Manchester

University of Manchester · United Kingdom

Build on Manchester's computer science legacy with a PhD at one of the UK's largest and most computer science departments. Scholarships, studentships, and awards available at university, faculty, and department level. Year of entry: 2027.

PhD in Leukaemia Biology at CRUK Manchester Institute, UK

University of Manchester · United Kingdom

Fully funded four-year CRUK Manchester Institute PhD in leukaemia biology, October 2027 intake. Tax-free stipend GBP 21,113-23,294 per year plus fees. Deadline: 6 November 2026, 17:00 GMT.

Fully Funded PhD Studentship: Microstructurally Informed Modelling of Metal Fragmentation

University of Manchester · United Kingdom

A fully funded PhD in the Department of Materials focusing on microstructurally informed modelling of metal fragmentation.

PhD/MPhil Photon Physics at The University of Manchester

University of Manchester · United Kingdom

PhD/MPhil in Photon Physics at The University of Manchester. Harnessing quantum technology to reveal what other tools cannot. Research in Quantum Technology for Physics develops new experimental techniques and approaches that exploit quantum mechanics to better our understanding of the physical world. Use state-of-the-art laser facilities at the Photon Science Institute and work with industrial partners.

Fully Funded PhD Studentship: President's Doctoral Scholar Award (PDSA)

University of Manchester · United Kingdom

The University's flagship funding initiative awarded to approximately three percent of research students who demonstrate academic excellence and leadership potential.

Fully Funded PhD Studentship: RAINZ CDT - Robotics and AI for Net Zero

University of Manchester · United Kingdom

The RAINZ CDT prepares you to become part of the next generation of multi-disciplinary robotic systems engineers for Net Zero applications.

PhD in Stem Cell Biology at CRUK Manchester Institute, UK

University of Manchester · United Kingdom

Fully funded four-year CRUK Manchester Institute PhD in stem cell biology, October 2027 intake. Tax-free stipend GBP 21,113-23,294 per year plus fees. Deadline: 6 November 2026, 17:00 GMT.