Postgraduate research study
As the University for the Common Good, our research focuses on finding solutions to three of society’s biggest challenges; living Healthy lives, building Inclusive societies and creating Sustainable environments. Our projects work locally and internationally to support the UN's Sustainable Development Goals and we need research students like you who are ready to help us go further.
Choose Glasgow Caledonian University and be part of world-class research, which focuses on excellence and quality. You’ll have access to our innovative Research Centres. With well established, international reputations, their pioneering work is influencing and informing policy decisions and technological advancements.
You’ll be supported by a community of academic staff and over 500 research students from more than 50 countries. At GCU, ideas, expertise and experiences can be shared, challenged and developed.
You can choose to progress to the next level of research that can lead to further academia or more demanding leadership roles.
PhD opportunities
You can find a PhD project using our search facility and filter your search to view funded, competition funded and self-funded opportunities.
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You can submit your PhD application using our online application portal and select from a list of strategic research subjects and intakes.
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Learn more about postgraduate research fees and explore options for funding support.
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Glasgow Caledonian University is addressing the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) via three societal challenges of Inclusive societies; Healthy lives and Sus
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