Cardiff University has announced 100 PhD studentships and research projects for the 2026/2027 academic cycle, creating outstanding opportunities for aspiring researchers from the UK and around the world.
Many of the available projects are open to international applicants, while funding eligibility varies depending on the individual studentship. Applicants are encouraged to review each project carefully to confirm funding status, eligibility requirements, and application deadlines.
The available studentships span numerous disciplines, including:
- Artificial Intelligence and Data Analytics
- Computer Science and Cybersecurity
- Engineering and Materials Science
- Medicine and Healthcare Sciences
- Psychology and Neuroscience
- Biological Sciences
- Physics and Astronomy
- Chemistry
- Mathematics
- Environmental Sciences
- Politics, Sociology, Languages and Humanities
With projects available in both STEM and social science fields, Cardiff University provides opportunities suitable for graduates from diverse academic backgrounds.
Funding arrangements differ between projects, but the listings include opportunities for:
- UK students
- European students
- Non-European (international) students
- Self-funded doctoral candidates
Several projects are marked as Competition Funded and are open to students worldwide, while others are directly funded for eligible applicants. International candidates should verify whether tuition fees, living stipends, and research costs are covered before submitting an application.
While some PhD projects accept applications on a rolling basis, many competitive studentships have fixed deadlines between October 21, 2026 and October 30, 2026. This is with the exception of CyberInvent which is on a rolling basis. Applicants should check for the deadlines on the website, and also applicants should submit their applications well before the stated deadlines, as funded doctoral positions are highly competitive.
Applicants should visit their chosen program website and check on bow to apply for the Scholarship.
https://www.cardiff.ac.uk/study/postgraduate/research/phd-studentships-and-projects
Author
Paul Olayioye
