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We have 184 applied physics PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships

A Nature-Inspired Approach Towards the Development of an Intrinsically-Auxetic Polymer

Sheffield Hallam University

Engineering and Built Environment

Please note, there is no funding attached to this project. All tuition fees and any other associated costs (including bench fees) must be financed by the student. Read more

Supervisors: Dr SM Mandhani, Prof LS Susmel, Dr EK Kordatos

Year round applications PhD Research Project Self-Funded PhD Students Only

Fully funded PhD position in fluid mechanics

Ecole Polytechnique de Montreal

Department of Mechanical Engineering

A PhD position is available in the Laboratory for Multiphase and Reactive Flows (LaMuReF) at Polytechnique Montréal. Read more

Supervisors: Prof E Robert, Prof B Savard, Prof PV Versailles

Year round applications PhD Research Project Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)

Impact of fluids of different densities (Ref: MA/MM-SF1/2026)

Loughborough University

Department of Mathematical Sciences

The impact of two bodies of liquid, such as droplets, is a phenomenon occurring widely in nature and in engineering applications, from waves breaking onto layers of marine biological matter to streams of different inks in additive manufacturing. Read more

Supervisor: Dr M Moore

31 July 2027 PhD Research Project Self-Funded PhD Students Only

Salt Precipitation in Porous Media during CO2 Injection

The University of Manchester

Department of Chemical Engineering

Salt formation in porous media is a critical phenomenon influencing a wide range of natural and industrial processes, including subsurface energy systems (e.g., CO₂ storage, geothermal operations), electrochemical devices, soil salinization, and water desalination technologies. Read more

Supervisor: Prof V Niasar

Year round applications PhD Research Project Self-Funded PhD Students Only

Modelling of phases and interfacial behaviour to enhance sustainability in manufactured products (Ref: MA/DS-SF1/2026)

Loughborough University

Department of Mathematical Sciences

Over recent years the modelling and understanding of complex phases, and their interfacial interactions, has developed at pace. Phases can be a solution of components, a mixture including colloidal particles, or different states such as in a frozen or vapour state. Read more

Supervisor: Dr D Sibley

1 January 2027 PhD Research Project Self-Funded PhD Students Only

Artificial Intelligence Empowered Electric Vehicle Motor Drive System

University of York

School of Physics, Engineering and Technology

Research Group: Intelligent Systems and Robotics

Electric vehicle development has been a hot topic around the world. This PhD programme will develop artificial intelligence based design and control methods to optimize eletromagnetic performance and sustainablity of electric vehicle motor drive system. Read more

Supervisor: Dr X Zhao

Year round applications PhD Research Project Self-Funded PhD Students Only

The Department of Mathematics

King’s College London

Department of Mathematics

The Department of Mathematics at King’s College London invites applications for PhD students to start in October 2026. There are a number of fully-funded studentships available on competition for excellent candidates. Read more

Funded PhD Programme (Students Worldwide) Maths Research Programme

Image-based Vascular Modelling for AI/ML and CFD in Digital Twin Assisted Surgery

University of Strathclyde

Department of Biomedical Engineering

An exciting opportunity for a fully-funded 42-months PhD studentship co-funded by EPSRC is available at the Department of Biomedical Engineering at the University of Strathclyde. Read more

Supervisors: Dr A Kazakidi, Prof W Shu

Year round applications PhD Research Project Awaiting Funding Decision/Possible External Funding

Numerical Simulation of Concrete Fracture under Extreme Conditions using Phase-Field Methods

University of Sheffield

School of Mechanical, Aerospace and Civil Engineering

Concrete structures in energy, industrial, and civil infrastructure are frequently exposed to demanding conditions, such as multiaxial mechanical stresses, fire-induced thermal loading, and/or harsh environmental exposure. Read more

Supervisor: Dr G Torelli

Year round applications PhD Research Project Self-Funded PhD Students Only

Data-Driven Numerical Modelling of Material Behaviour for Finite Element Simulation

University of Sheffield

School of Mechanical, Aerospace and Civil Engineering

Modern infrastructure increasingly relies on materials whose composition varies due to local resources, alternative binders, and sustainability-driven formulations. Read more

Supervisor: Dr G Torelli

Year round applications PhD Research Project Self-Funded PhD Students Only

Centrifuge Physical Modelling of Floating Offshore Wind Moorings in Layered Soils

University of Sheffield

Offshore Wind CDT

The future of offshore wind energy lies in floating turbines, enabling the capture of wind power in deep waters where conventional foundations (like monopiles and jackets) are not economically viable. Read more

Supervisors: Dr E Bowman, Prof C Augarde, Prof C Smith

Year round applications PhD Research Project Funded PhD Project (UK Students Only)

Autonomous Reconfiguration, Deployment, and Management of Self-Aware Modular Space Robots

University of York

School of Physics, Engineering and Technology

Research Group: Intelligent Systems and Robotics

Modular and dynamically reconfigurable space hardware systems are a high priority for research and development as they can significantly decrease development costs, facilitate multiple payloads, and enable indefinite lifetime extension for space missions. Read more

Supervisor: Dr M A Post

Year round applications PhD Research Project Self-Funded PhD Students Only

PhD Opportunities in the School of Mathematical and Computer Sciences (MACS)

Heriot-Watt University

School of Mathematical and Computer Sciences

We have a strong and vibrant PhD research community within MACS, with opportunities across Mathematics, Actuarial Mathematics and Statistics, and Computer Science. Read more

Awaiting Funding Decision/Possible External Funding 4 Year PhD Programme

Understanding emerging behaviours in networks of pulse-coupled oscillators

University of Aberdeen

School of Natural and Computing Sciences

These projects are open to students worldwide, but have no funding attached. Therefore, the successful applicant will be expected to fund tuition fees at the relevant level (home or international) and any applicable additional research costs. Read more

Supervisors: Dr N Rubido, Dr E Ullner

Year round applications PhD Research Project Self-Funded PhD Students Only

Modelling the Self-Regulatory Feedback of the Androgen Receptor under Testosterone Influence

University of Aberdeen

School of Natural and Computing Sciences

These projects are open to students worldwide, but have no funding attached. Therefore, the successful applicant will be expected to fund tuition fees at the relevant level (home or international) and any applicable additional research costs. Read more

Supervisor: Dr E Ullner

Year round applications PhD Research Project Self-Funded PhD Students Only

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