RESEARCH DEGREES
Unlock your potential with our wide range of research pathways.
Cutting-edge research performed at Aston brings unique opportunities to cultivate the experts of tomorrow and apply their knowledge to the real world.
As an Aston PhD student, you will be at the forefront of this process, working to solve challenges that impact the lives of people everywhere.
We welcome internationally recognised academics and specialists from all over the globe, embedding our students in a vibrant and inclusive research environment.
Discover the perfect programme to align with your career goals.
A research degree is an advanced academic programme focused on original research, critical analysis, and the development of new knowledge in a specific field of study.
Unlike taught degrees, which primarily involve attending lectures and completing coursework, research degrees emphasise independent study and the creation of a substantial piece of original research, such as a thesis or dissertation.
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