I got a 2.2 last year, doing an MSc now, and have a PhD lined up for next year, a very competitive studentship with enhanced funding. I've been trying hard all year but I only need to pass the MSc to meet the offer so keep your head up.

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Yes you are up against people with 2.1's, but I got a 2.2 and just managed to secure a very good studentship. It's one thing having industrial experience, but you need to look at the individual bits of the application. Are you really suited to a particular project?

Pretty much everyone I know who has managed to get a PhD for next year had to apply to several dozens before their first interview, and then even more until the first acceptance. It really is a matter of perseverance even if you feel like giving up at many stages along the way.