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astronomy PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships

We have 71 astronomy PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships

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Attosecond Photoelectron Imaging with Quantum Light

Professor Carla Faria invites applications for a fully funded 3.5-year PhD position at the Department of Physics and Astronomy, University College London. Read more
 Supervisors: Dr C Faria, Prof A.S. Serafini, Prof SB Bose
 Year round applications  PhD Research Project  Funded PhD Project (UK Students Only)
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Ultrafast phenomena instigated by core electron motion in XFEL-driven molecules

A 4-year Ph.D position is available in the group of Prof. Agapi Emmanouilidou at University College London as part of the 4-year Leverhulme Trust grant “Ultrafast phenomena instigated by core electron motion in X-ray Free-Electron Lasers (XFEL)-driven molecules”. Read more
 Supervisor: Prof A.E. Emmanouilidou
 Year round applications  PhD Research Project  Funded PhD Project (UK Students Only)
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Space weathering of satellite components

Start date. October 2026. Aim. This project aims to evaluate the damage induced by long duration space weathering processes, such as solar wind irradiation, of materials commonly used for space craft structural and instrumental components. Read more
 Supervisors: Prof L Daly, Dr D Maclaren, Dr J Einsle
 12 June 2026  PhD Research Project  Funded PhD Project (European/UK Students Only)
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QG-CANE (Quantum Gravity for detection of CAvities from Nuclear Explosions)

Nuclear explosions are forbidden by the Comprehensive Nuclear Test Ban Treaty (CTBT), with on-site inspection (OSI) forming the final verification regime for determining breaches. Read more
 Supervisor: Dr D Boddice
 Year round applications  PhD Research Project  Funded PhD Project (UK Students Only)
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Framing Emerging Technologies for Science Education Toward Inquiry-Rich Pedagogical Practices; Augmented Reality-based Inquiry; Virtua Reality-based Inquiry

Rational and background. Extended Reality (XR), encompassing Augmented Reality (AR) and Virtual Reality (VR), is rapidly emerging as a transformative force in education. Read more
 Supervisor: Dr J Chang
 24 June 2026  PhD Research Project  Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)
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Simulation-based inference for financial econometrics models

In modern statistical applications, many complicated models have two common features. First the likelihood functions are often difficult to evaluate; second the model is generative. Read more
 Supervisor: Dr W Li
 Year round applications  PhD Research Project  Competition Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)
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Ultrashort bunch length characterisation based on Cherenkov diffraction radiation (ChDR) for AWAKE Run 2c/d

Academic School. Physics and Astronomy, University of Manchester. Anticipated Start Date. October 2026 for 3.5 Years. Supervisor Team. Read more
 Supervisor: Dr G Xia
 Year round applications  PhD Research Project  Competition Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)
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EPSRC Centre for Doctoral Training (CDT) in Quantum Technology Engineering

As part of a multi-disciplinary year group at the EPSRC Centre for Doctoral Training in Quantum Technology Engineering, you can pursue exciting Quantum Technology research while following a specialist programme of courses and practical training to prepare you for a career in Quantum Technology science, engineering and industry. Read more
 Funded PhD Programme (European/UK Students Only)  EPSRC Centre for Doctoral Training
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Molecular Quantum Dynamics of Isomerising molecules

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 M Law, Dr P A Henderson
 Year round applications  PhD Research Project  Self-Funded PhD Students Only
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Quantum levitated mechanics for GPS-denied autonomous underwater vehicle navigation

Supervisors. Professor Hendrik Ulbricht h.ulbricht@soton.ac.uk. Professor Blair Thornton B.Thornton@soton.ac.uk. Dr Georgios Salavasidis and Dr Yaomei Wang (National Oceanographic Centre) georgios.salavasidis@noc.ac.uk, yaomei.wang@noc.ac.uk. Read more
 Supervisor: Prof H Ulbricht
 31 July 2026  PhD Research Project  Competition Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)
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Development of large-area infrared metaoptics technologies

Supervisory Team. Prof Otto Muskens and Dr Kai Sun. The project will explore the design and fabrication of metasurface-based optical components using advanced full-wafer fabrication tools available in the University of Southampton cleanrooms and use advanced nanophotonics laboratories for testing. . Read more
 Supervisor: Prof O L Muskens
 31 July 2026  PhD Research Project  Competition Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)
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Terahertz charge dynamics of nanometals in liquids

Supervisory Team. Fabio Novelli. This PhD investigates the electronic behaviour of metal nanoparticles in liquid environments. Using advanced terahertz spectroscopy, you will reveal how particle size, shape, and surroundings govern charge transport. Read more
 Supervisor: Dr F Novelli
 31 August 2026  PhD Research Project  Competition Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)
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Imaging Science Ph.D.

Reach the pinnacle of status of higher education in imaging science acquiring the capabilities, skills, and experience to succeed in this diverse field. Read more
 Funded PhD Programme (Students Worldwide)  PhD Research Programme
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Magnetism and Structure–Dynamics Interplay in Correlated Materials

Project Summary. Understanding how magnetic order, crystal structure, and spin dynamics interact is central to the discovery and control of new functional and quantum materials. Read more
 Supervisors: Dr GK Kaur, Dr CK Kirk
 Year round applications  PhD Research Project  Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)
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(MRC CASE) Human-Optimised Organoid-on-Chip Models for Studying Hormonal Crosstalk Between Fallopian Tube and Vaginal Microbiome

Gynaecological diseases remain under-researched compared to other conditions, despite their major impact on women’s health and wellbeing1. Read more
 Supervisors: Dr RT Tank, Dr Peter Ruane
 15 June 2026  PhD Research Project  Competition Funded PhD Project (UK Students Only)

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