Welcome to the Doctoral School
The NTU Doctoral School is your home while undertaking doctoral study. Whether you're working towards a PhD or Professional Doctorate, the Doctoral School can help you through every aspect of your research programme.
We will support you through admission and enrolment, during your project approval and annual monitoring, right up until the submission of your thesis and your viva voce examination. We’re here to provide professional development, a sense of community, and social and academic events that are open to researchers across all disciplines.
The Doctoral School is where you'll find the help you’ll need to become a confident, skilled NTU researcher, and it's the first point of contact for doctoral candidates and supervisors for advice, guidance and support in navigating the doctoral journey.
"I want to change the world"
Our Director of Research Culture and Environment, Rebekah Smith McGloin, explains why many people choose to study their research degree at NTU.
"Throughout my PhD at NTU, my work has been recognised and appreciated. I have met amazing people and talented professionals."
Valentina de Riso, PhD in Arts and Humanities
Erin Newman, PhD in History
"My postgraduate research journey has been fast-paced, challenging and well-supported."
Local researcher Erin enjoys tying her historical research back to the places she knows, using the past to help us understand today.
Hear her story.
Join our research community
Meet our postgraduate researchers
Meet our postgraduate researchers. Be inspired by their work and learn more about the projects available to you as a postgraduate researcher.
Support for research students
The Doctoral School will support you through your entire research degree, helping you to develop professionally and make the most of your experience.
PhD and Professional Doctorates
We offer opportunities to study for PhDs and Professional Doctorates. Come and be a part of our world-leading research.
How to apply
Everything you need to know about applying to study at the NTU Doctoral School.
Contact the Doctoral School
Email doctoralschool@ntu.ac.uk or chat online with the Doctoral School Administration Manager if you have any questions about doctoral study at NTU.