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Doctoral College

We support and enrich the experience of our doctoral researchers and play a key role in developing policy and strategy relevant to doctoral study.

About us

Find out more about what we offer and how to contact us.


Apply for doctoral study


If you're interested in applying for doctoral study at the University of Bath, our Admissions team are here to help you with enquiries, support you through your application, and give information about studentships. Find out about our:

  • programmes of study
  • Doctoral Training Partnerships and Centres for Doctoral Training
  • funding for postgraduate research
  • how to apply for doctoral study

You can also experience the University at our next Postgraduate Virtual Open Day.

Find out more about applying for postgraduate research
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Find support for doctoral students and supervisors


We understand that doing a research degree is a significant undertaking and can be challenging. We have a range of support for students, supervisors and staff who work with them.

Find out how we use your feedback to improve our provision
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Develop your researcher skills


Researcher development is not only important for your career development, but it is also a requirement of doctoral study. There are many ways for you to develop your skills and get involved with your research community.

The Doctoral Development Team provides you with:

  • Access to training and online resources through our DoctoralSkills programme
  • Opportunities to present at research seminars and facilitate networking sessions
  • Opportunities to meet other doctoral students and expand your networks
  • Opportunities for you to develop your skills and take part in one of our development competitions
  • A regular time and space to help researchers focus and stay on track with their studies and own development.
Find out more about doctoral development opportunities at Bath
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Doctoral news

Read more about the latest events and news from our Doctoral students


About the University

We're highly ranked in independent league tables for overall performance, research excellence, student satisfaction and graduate employment.

Contact us

You can contact someone in the Doctoral College by phone or email during office hours. You can also visit us in person at selected times.

Find out more about contacting the Doctoral College.