Postgraduate research
UHI offers a range of postgraduate research degrees. Unlike taught programmes, research degrees are focused on independent study and involves an extended period of supervised research resulting in a thesis which “makes a distinct contribution to knowledge and affords evidence of originality as shown by the exercise of independent critical powers."
Although the focus of a research project can be very specialised, it is also an excellent opportunity to learn and develop transferable skills such as organisation/time management, self-motivation and problem-solving.
The Graduate School provides support for all research degree students and everyone involved in the postgraduate research journey, including supervisors, examiners and colleagues across the University of the Highlands and Islands partnership.
NEW: ECOWILD PhD Scholarships. These National Environment Research Council (NERC) funded PhD projects start October 2024. Application deadline - 29 April 2024.