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Cranfield University PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships

We have 15 Cranfield University PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships

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Self-learning battery management systems for lithium–sulfur batteries PhD

Are you interested in shaping the future of zero-emission transport systems? This PhD study, fully funded by the Faraday Institution, facilitates the use of next-generation Lithium-Sulfur (Li-S) batteries for transport systems. Read more
 Supervisors: Dr AF Fotouhi, Prof D Auger
 22 July 2026  PhD Research Project  Competition Funded PhD Project (UK Students Only)
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What process options are available for treatment of hazardous chemicals at the point of entry to sewer?

We invite applications for a fully funded MSc by Research investigating innovative solutions for the removal of hazardous chemicals, including PFAS, at the point of entry to sewer. Read more
 Supervisors: Dr P Campo Moreno, Dr TL Lyu
 8 July 2026  PhD Research Project  Competition Funded PhD Project (UK Students Only)
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EPSRC Centre for Doctoral Training in Net Zero Aviation

The EPSRC CDT in Net Zero Aviation is the world's 1st Doctoral Centre of Excellence for Net Zero Aviation Training, Education and Research. Read more
 Funded PhD Programme (UK Students Only)  EPSRC Centre for Doctoral Training
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Levantine Faience in context: A multidisciplinary study

The aim of the project is to study a large corpus of faience (an ancient, glazed ceramic) with the aim of determining production techniques, provenance and use. Read more
 Supervisor: Prof A Shortland
 17 June 2026  PhD Research Project  Competition Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)
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PhD in aero-engine aerodynamics

This is a fully funded PhD (fees and bursary) in propulsion system aerodynamics in collaboration with EPSRC, Rolls-Royce and Cranfield University. Read more
 Supervisors: Dr D MacManus, Dr P Zachos
 17 June 2026  PhD Research Project  Funded PhD Project (UK Students Only)
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Evaluating the feasibility of social, economic, and environmental sustainability strategies for explosive waste management in small manufacturing facilities - PhD

Sustainability in explosive waste management remains a critical yet understudied challenge, particularly for small-scale, remote manufacturing facilities that often lack the resources and infrastructure of larger defence or industrial operations. . Read more
 Supervisors: Ms T Temple, Dr F Persico, Prof F Coulon
 2 September 2026  PhD Research Project  Competition Funded PhD Project (UK Students Only)
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Mitigation of radiation and hydrogen damage with laser peening through multiscale modelling PhD

Cranfield University is seeking highly motivated and accomplished prospective PhD students to conduct cutting-edge research in the degradation of materials at extreme environments. Read more
 Supervisor: Dr G Castelluccio
 29 July 2026  PhD Research Project  Competition Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)
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Optimise and automate pre-production for wire based Directed Energy Deposition (w-DEDAM) production PhD or MSc by Research

This project offers an opportunity to develop a next-generation intelligent manufacturing framework for wire-based directed energy deposition additive manufacturing (w-DEDAM). Read more
 Supervisor: Dr JQ Qin
 5 August 2026  PhD Research Project  Self-Funded PhD Students Only
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Development and optimisation of ultra-efficient and power dense ice protection system for future aircraft systems

This PhD project lies within the discipline of atmospheric icing science, specifically at the intersection of aircraft systems design, thermal management, and artificial intelligence/machine learning. Read more
 Supervisors: Dr A Vincent, Dr FE Embuena
 17 June 2026  PhD Research Project  Funded PhD Project (UK Students Only)
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Biodegradable plastic training cartridges: The future of sustainable training

A PhD in biodegradable plastic military training cartridges. Sponsored by a leading an ammunition manufacturing company in Norway. Read more
 Supervisors: Ms T Temple, Prof K Koziol
 24 June 2026  PhD Research Project  Funded PhD Project (UK Students Only)
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3D temperature field reconstruction from local temperature monitoring in directed energy deposition PhD

We are seeking a highly motivated candidate to undertake a PhD program titled "3D Temperature Field Reconstruction from Local Temperature Monitoring in Directed Energy Deposition." This exciting research opportunity focuses on advancing large-scale additive manufacturing using metal wire as feedstock and electric arc as the heat source. Read more
 Supervisor: Dr Y Sun
 1 July 2026  PhD Research Project  Self-Funded PhD Students Only
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CFD-informed finite element analysis for thermal control in wire-arc directed energy deposition PhD

We are looking for a highly motivated candidate to pursue a PhD programme titled "CFD-informed finite element analysis for thermal control in wire-arc directed energy deposition." This research opportunity focuses on advancing the field of large-scale additive manufacturing, utilising metal wire as the feedstock and electric arc as the heat source. Read more
 Supervisor: Dr Y Sun
 1 July 2026  PhD Research Project  Self-Funded PhD Students Only
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EPSRC Centre for Doctoral Training in Water Infrastructure and Resilience (WIRe)

Globally, one in four cities is facing water stress, and the projected demand for water in 2050 is set to increase by 55%. There is therefore an urgent need to increase the resilience of our water systems. Read more
 Funded PhD Programme (Students Worldwide)  EPSRC Centre for Doctoral Training
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Trustworthy Embodied Autonomous Vehicles Design Through Foundation Model - PhD

We invite applications for a self-funded PhD to advance trustworthy embodied autonomous vehicle systems through the integration of foundation models and human-centred design. Read more
 Supervisor: Dr Y Xing
 22 July 2026  PhD Research Project  Self-Funded PhD Students Only
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LLM-Augmented Human-Swarm Collaboration for Embodied Multi-Agent Systems PhD

We invite applications for a self-funded PhD to explore innovative research in the development of human-centred embodied multi-agent systems that able to compensate and augment human capabilities in challenging situations. Read more
 Supervisor: Dr Y Xing
 22 July 2026  PhD Research Project  Self-Funded PhD Students Only
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