Thinking about a PhD, a Doctor of Business Administration (DBA), or a Master in Research (MRes) in the UK? Whether you’re an academic ready to lead original research or a working professional ready to apply research to real business challenges, UniWays Global helps you find the right program, the right supervisor, and the right funding — from your first question to the day you arrive.
Find your pathway
Choose the route that best matches the future you want to build. Our advisers guide you through the research, application and funding process.
Academic research
Building an academic career? We help you find a supervisor who matches your research interests, strengthen your research proposal, and identify funding and scholarship routes — so you can focus on the research, not the paperwork.
Get Matched With a UK PhD Supervisor →Applied research
Ready to apply research to your career without pausing it? We help working professionals find part-time and executive-format DBA programs that fit around full-time work, and guide you through an application built around your professional experience.
See If a Part-Time DBA Fits Your Career →How it works
From your first conversation to your first day in the UK, we help you move forward with confidence.
Tell us about your background and goals. We’ll help you decide between a PhD, DBA, or MRes, and shortlist universities that fit.
We match you to partner universities and programs based on your subject, goals, and preferred study mode.
Work with our network of professors and PhD supervisors to strengthen your research proposal before you apply.
We manage your full application and help you identify scholarships and funding routes you’re eligible for.
Once you have your offer, we guide you through your visa application and help you settle in.
Compare your options
Compare the most common research-degree routes before you decide which one fits your academic or professional ambitions.
| Program | Best for | Typical duration | Typical funding |
|---|---|---|---|
| PhD | Academics and researchers aiming to conduct original research, publish, and teach | 3–4 years, full-time | Scholarships, research council funding, university studentships |
| DBA | Experienced professionals solving real business challenges while continuing to work | 3–5 years, part-time | Employer sponsorship or self-funded |
| MRes | Graduates building research skills as a foundation for a PhD | 1–2 years, full-time | Scholarships, university funding |
Frequently asked questions
Every research journey is different. Start with these common questions, then speak to an adviser for guidance tailored to you.
A PhD is a research degree usually pursued full-time by academics and researchers aiming to contribute new knowledge to their field. A DBA (Doctor of Business Administration) is designed for experienced professionals who want to apply research methods to real business problems, typically studied part-time alongside a full-time career.
Yes. Most DBA programs are designed for working professionals and are delivered part-time, often in a blended or executive format with periodic on-campus sessions.
Most PhD and MRes applications require a research proposal. Our team can help you develop and strengthen yours before you submit your application.
Funding routes include university scholarships, research council studentships, and partial fee waivers. We’ll help you identify which routes you’re eligible for based on your subject and background.
Timelines vary by university and intake, but most applicants should allow several months from initial enquiry to a visa decision. We’ll give you a personalised timeline during your free consultation.
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Tell us what you are looking to research. A UniWays adviser will help you take the next confident step towards doctoral study in the UK.
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