Join our vibrant, ambitious and growing research community. Choose to study on a research programme with us and from day one, you'll benefit from dedicated workspaces, high quality facilities, and support from our experienced and research-active supervisors.
Here at ARU, you can study for a PhD, MPhil, MD (Res) or Professional Doctorate.
Find out more about our different types of research degreesExplore funding options for researchers, including the Doctoral Loan and ARU scholarships.
Find out about fees and funding for postgraduate researchersFind out when and how to apply for a research degree at ARU – and who to contact if you have any questions.
Find out how to apply for a postgraduate research degree
Prof John Gardner, Dean of the ARU Doctoral School, introduces the degrees and support we offer for research students.
More reasons to do a research degree at ARU
Take a look at our postgraduate research programmes, and find and contact a potential supervisor.
Explore our research programmes Find an academic expert Discover our research institutes, centres and groups
Read about the experiences of research students at ARU, and the careers they’ve followed after completing a PhD.
Read some of our research graduates' stories
Read about our latest research findings and the difference our work makes at local, national and global levels.
Our research impact and case studies