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1. PhD studies within the Research Centre for Brain and Behaviour

   PhD students within the Research Centre for Brain and Behaviour are working on interesting projects including: investigating pain in autism, the impact of taste, and pain mechanisms.

2. PhD studies

   View the current PhD projects within the Research Centre in Evolutionary Anthropology and Palaeoecology to find out the type of work our PhD students undertake. Plus, find out how to apply for a PhD within the Centre.

3. Suicide crisis and self-harm attendance at A&E in autistic CYP

   Research suggests that autistic people are at a higher risk of suicide than non-autistic people. Figures show that up to 66% of autistic adults had thought about suicide during their lifetime (compared to 20% of non-autistic adults), and up to 35% had planned or attempted suicide.

4. Current PhD positions available

   Find out more about current PhD positions available to apply for within the School of Biological and Environmental Sciences.

5. Search for a PhD Scholarship

   Ready to take on the challenges and enjoy the rewards of a PhD? Search through our extensive range of opportunities.

6. PhD students in the Astrophysics Research Institute

   If you are interested in pursuing a PhD with the Astrophysics Research Insitute, you can find out about the entry requirements, projects on offer and how to get in touch with us.

7. Education courses

   Find out more about education related courses including undergraduate and postgraduate routes into teaching (PGDE with QTS, School Direct).

8. Vice-Chancellor PhD Studentship 2025 application form

   Apply for one of the PhD scholarships that we offer.

9. RISES 20 years – PhD stories 1998-2017

   Read the stories of RISES PhD students from 1998-2017.

10. Applying for a PhD

    All you need to know about how to apply for LJMU’s research opportunities, including advice on preparation for writing your research proposal.