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PhD of Applied Sciences

Edinburgh Napier University

  • Edinburgh, United Kingdom
  • 3 years
  • English
  • On campus
  • PhD

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Edinburgh Napier University campus

About the program

Research doctorate in applied sciences with a focus on Scopus-indexed publication.

Program highlights

  • Internship available: no
  • Placement support: yes
  • Work during study: yes
  • Post-study work rights (3 years): yes
  • PR pathway friendly: no

What you will learn

  • Design and critically evaluate independent research in doctor of philosophy in applied sciences
  • Apply rigorous methodology
  • And communicate original findings to specialist audiences.

Career outcomes

  • Scientist
  • Professor
  • Research specialist
  • Clinical research associate

Curriculum

  • Research doctorate. Core coursework is Research Methodology and Data Analysis and Thesis Writing (3 credits each)
  • Then a research project in a specialty such as biology
  • Chemistry
  • Physics or mathematics
  • Ending in an original thesis and viva voce. No internship.

Entry requirements

Academic

  • UK second-class degree or equivalent as a minimum
  • Research proposal
  • IELTS Academic 6.5 overall with no component below 6.0.

Accepted academic background

Bachelor's or master's degree with at least upper/lower second class UK honours or equivalent, Supervisor identified for non-advertised projects.

Language tests

  • IELTS Academic 6.5 overall

Documents you’ll need

  • Academic transcripts and applicable supporting documents require confirmation.

How to apply

  1. Check the PhD entry requirements and deadlines: apply by 31 May for October entry or 30 November for March entry. Find a supervisor or an advertised project and write a research proposal. Complete the online application for your school. Pay annual fees in advance. Apply for the UK Student visa with your CAS.

Other costs

Tuition per year£20,380 GBP
Application fee£50 GBP
Deposit£2,000 GBP

Program details

CampusEdinburgh (campus not stated on programme page)
Faculty or schoolSchool of Applied Sciences
DepartmentDepartment of Applied Sciences
Teaching languageEnglish
Credit value180
Study paceFixed
Post-study stay3 years
Scholarship noteEligible students may consult the institution for current scholarships and award criteria, Availability varies by program.

Intakes and deadlines

  • Program starts

    March 2027

    Apply by

    30 Nov 2026

    16 days left
  • Program starts

    October 2027

    Apply by

    30 Nov 2026

    16 days left

Frequently asked questions

  • The program takes 3 years.