Oxford Brookes University Opens 12 Funded and Self-Funded PhD Opportunities for 2026 Intake

Oxford Brookes University has announced a wide range of PhD studentships and postgraduate research opportunities across Arts, Humanities, Health, Science, Engineering, Architecture, and Nutrition. Several positions offer funded stipends of £20,780 per year, while others are available on a self-funded basis. Application deadlines range from 20 February to 10 March and 5 May 2026, depending on the programme.

These opportunities are based in Oxford and are open to qualified applicants seeking full-time doctoral research beginning in 2026.

Sasakawa Postgraduate Studentship (MPhil/PhD) – £15,000

Faculty: Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences
Funding: £15,000
Deadline: 10 March 2026

This studentship supports research focused on Japan. It is designed for candidates pursuing an MPhil or PhD with strong academic backgrounds and relevant language skills.

Health and Nutrition PhD Projects (Self-Funded)

School of Sport, Nutrition and Allied Health Professions
Deadline: 5 May 2026

Two research projects are available:

• Dietetic Needs in Healthy Ageing: Understanding Referrals, Frailty Pathways and Older Adults’ Perspectives

• Dietetic Service Models for Obesity and Malnutrition: An NHS Mixed-Methods Analysis

These projects focus on public health, ageing, dietetics, and healthcare service delivery. They are self-funded opportunities for candidates with strong research interest in nutrition and health systems.

Nigel Groome PhD Studentships – £20,780 Stipend

Deadline: 20 February 2026

Two funded studentships are available:

• Hormonal Control of Gene Expression in Drosophila (School of Biological and Medical Sciences)

• Food, Nutrition, and Health in Female Prisoners (School of Sport, Nutrition and Allied Health Professions)

Each offers a stipend of £20,780 and supports focused research in biomedical science and public health.

Faculty of Health, Science and Technology – Funded PhD Studentships (£20,780)

Several fully funded studentships are available across engineering, computing, architecture, biology, and environmental sciences. All carry a £20,780 annual stipend and close on 20 February 2026, unless stated otherwise.

Available Projects Include:

• Biocomputation by Neuronal Networks (BYRON)

• Off-Site Construction for Resilient Healthcare Infrastructure

• NatureNet: AI Systems for Conservation and Human-Wildlife Conflict

• iBIO-Meniscus: Imaging Meniscus Biology for Repair Innovation

• HEALS: Heat, Health, and Learning in Primary Schools

• AI-Enhanced Battery State of Health Estimation

These projects cover areas such as artificial intelligence, sustainability, healthcare infrastructure, climate resilience, conservation, biomedical imaging, and energy systems.

AHRC Funded Studentships – AD[A]PT Consortium

Schools: Architecture and the Built Environment
Funding: £20,780 stipend
Deadline: 5 March 2026

These studentships are funded through the AD[A]PT Consortium and focus on architectural design and humanities research that promotes transformation in built environments.

Why These Opportunities Stand Out

Oxford Brookes University continues to expand its doctoral research across disciplines that address current global challenges. From climate and conservation to nutrition, AI, and public health, these projects reflect real-world concerns and applied research impact.

Funded studentships offering £20,780 provide financial support while enabling candidates to work closely with experienced supervisors and research teams.

For applicants seeking doctoral study in the UK, this range of opportunities offers both depth and variety within one institution.

Key Deadlines to Note

• 20 February 2026 – Multiple funded PhD studentships

• 5 March 2026 – AHRC AD[A]PT Studentships

• 10 March 2026 – Sasakawa Postgraduate Studentship

• 5 May 2026 – Self-funded Nutrition PhD projects

Applicants are encouraged to review specific project requirements and apply before the respective deadlines.

Oxford Brookes University is now accepting applications across these research areas for 2026 entry.

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