Our Research

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Research Topics

In the top 10% of UK Universities for Research Impact, we're committed to transformational research.

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Ulster University Research Strategy 2023-2028

A Strategy for Research Excellence, Inclusion and Impact.

Research and Innovation

Research and Innovation

Find a PhD

Want to help solve some of the biggest challenges our world is facing today?

Postgraduate research study at Ulster University provides access to world-class experts and facilities, links to business and industry, and the chance to find solutions to real-world issues.

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Work with Us

Ready to transform your business?

At Ulster University our research, knowledge, and expertise deliver groundbreaking solutions that can drive your business’s growth.

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REF 2021

We are in the Top 10% of UK Universities for outstanding (4*) or very considerable (3*) research impact.

Our research is transforming lives, solving global challenges to impact communities and societies for the better.

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Research Culture and Community

At Ulster we promote an open, diverse, supportive and sustainable research culture, fostering cooperation and collaboration between researchers and our partners and nurturing interdisciplinary between research groups.

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Transforming Northern Ireland

Discover our growth and regeneration projects that are delivering more students, jobs and economic impact for the region.

Find out how we are transforming Northern Ireland

Research Governance

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Research Integrity

Get more information on the governance of research at Ulster University.

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Research Policies

Research & Innovation Policies and Procedures.

Research Insights

Your source for the latest Ulster University research news and events.

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Research Events

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On 09 Sep 2025

Induction for PhD Supervisors  - starting on Tuesday 9 September

Tuesday 9 September

Online event

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On 23 Oct 2025

Chairing / Examining a Viva  - starting on Thursday 23 October

Thursday 23 October

Online event

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On 10 Nov 2025

Library Support of the PhD: A Guide for Supervisors  - starting on Monday 10 November

Monday 10 November

Online event

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On 17 Feb 2026

Chairing / Examining a Viva  - starting on Tuesday 17 February

Tuesday 17 February

Online event

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On 09 Mar 2026

Open Access and Copyright Essentials for Supervisors  - starting on Monday 9 March

Monday 9 March

Online event

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On 01 Apr 2026

Induction for PhD Supervisors  - starting on Wednesday 1 April

Wednesday 1 April

Online event