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automotive engineering PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships

We have 50 automotive engineering PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships

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What differs? - Deep Learning for Anomaly and Out of Distribution Detection in Computer Vision (Visual AI) Applications

Durham University
Department of Computer Science
Anomaly detection, and the synonymous topics of novelty and out-of-distribution detection, addresses the computer vision ("visual AI") challenge of automatically identifying outliers within the scene or image based on their appearance, motion or behaviour characteristics. Read more
 Supervisor: Prof T P Breckon
 Year round applications  PhD Research Project  Self-Funded PhD Students Only
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Addressing Racial Bias in Face Recognition Based on Deep Learning Enabled Computer Vision

Durham University
Department of Computer Science
Facial recognition is one of the most academically studied and industrially developed areas within computer vision where we readily find associated applications deployed globally. Read more
 Supervisor: Prof T P Breckon
 Year round applications  PhD Research Project  Self-Funded PhD Students Only
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Secure and Trustworthy AI for Autonomous Vehicle Ecosystems

University of Southampton
Faculty of Engineering and Physical Sciences
Supervisory Team. Dr Erisa Karafili. This project develops AI-enhanced threat-modelling techniques to improve the cybersecurity and resilience of autonomous vehicles. Read more
 Supervisor: Dr E Karafili
 30 November 2026  PhD Research Project  Competition Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)
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Part-Time PhD Opportunity in Control Systems and Robotics

The University of Manchester
Department of Electronic and Electrical Engineering
Applications are invited for a part-time PhD position within the Control Systems and Robotics Group at The University of Manchester. Read more
 Supervisor: Dr J Carrasco
 31 December 2026  PhD Research Project  Funded PhD Project (UK Students Only)
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[School of Natural Sciences PhD Scholarships] Rheological Diagnostics in Plastics Recycling

The University of Manchester
Department of Materials
The transition to a circular plastics economy depends on our ability to manufacture reliable products from recycled materials. However, recycled polymers often exhibit significant variability in composition, contamination and processing history, making it difficult to predict their performance in demanding applications. Read more
 Supervisors: Prof M Shaver, Dr D T W Toolan
 Year round applications  PhD Research Project  Competition Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)
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Large Language models for Maintenance Optimisation

University of York
School of Physics, Engineering and Technology
  Research Group: Intelligent Systems and Robotics
The University of York is embarking on transformative research in data-centric engineering, digital twins, and AI, revolutionizing the way systems are designed and operated. Read more
 Supervisor: Prof S Perin
 Year round applications  PhD Research Project  Self-Funded PhD Students Only
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Efficient and Reliable Numerical Solution of Dynamic Optimization

University of Sheffield
School of Electrical and Electronic Engineering
Dynamic optimization is integral to many aspects of science and engineering, commonly found in trajectory optimization, optimal control (e.g. Read more
 Supervisor: Dr YN Nie
 Year round applications  PhD Research Project  Self-Funded PhD Students Only
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Multiscale Scientific Machine Learning Digital Twins for High-Torque Electric Propulsion under Extreme Duty Cycles - EPSRC DLA studentship for September 2027 entry

University of Exeter
Engineering
Electrifying heavy-duty maritime vessels, mining equipment and off-highway machinery is central to Net Zero and Clean Energy goals. Read more
 Supervisor: Dr D Koonthalakadu Baby
 8 December 2026  PhD Research Project  Competition Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)
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Computational Mechanics and Data-Driven Modelling of Composite Materials

The University of Manchester
Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering
  Research Group: Mechanics
Fibre-reinforced polymer composites are widely popular across aerospace, automotive, energy, and sports engineering thanks to their high specific properties. Read more
 Supervisor: Dr D Bikos
 Year round applications  PhD Research Project  Funded PhD Project (UK Students Only)
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PhD (4 years) on experimental characterization of snap fit joints (Belgium)

Ghent University
Dept. of Materials Science and Engineering
  Research Group: Mechanics of Materials and Structures
[Net salary (after taxes) starting from 2600 EUR/month]. UGent-MMS is coordinating a 4-year research project on snap fit joints. Read more
 Supervisor: Prof W VAN PAEPEGEM
 30 January 2027  PhD Research Project  Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)
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3D temperature field reconstruction from local temperature monitoring in directed energy deposition PhD

Cranfield University
Faculty of Engineering and Applied Science
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
 18 November 2026  PhD Research Project  Self-Funded PhD Students Only
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Scalable and Interpretable Time Series Machine Learning for Industrial Systems

University of Bradford
Faculty of Engineering & Digital Technologies
Modern manufacturing, engineering and automotive systems generate vast volumes of time series data at high speed. Read more
 Supervisors: Dr MB Middlehurst, Prof S Konur
 Year round applications  PhD Research Project  Self-Funded PhD Students Only
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The Development of New Piezoelectric Sensors for Force Measurement Applications

Edinburgh Napier University
School of Computing, Engineering & the Built Environment
Subtractive manufacturing processes such as turning, milling, and drilling remain the backbone of industrial production across sectors, including aerospace, automotive, and energy. Read more
 Supervisors: Prof I Shyha, Dr LM Manjakkal
 Year round applications  PhD Research Project  Self-Funded PhD Students Only
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Development of new generation corrosion-resistant aluminium alloys

The University of Manchester
Department of Materials
  Research Group: Metallurgy and Corrosion
Applications are invited for a full time PhD studentship in research on new generation corrosion-resistant aluminium alloys at the Department of Materials, The University of Manchester. Read more
 Supervisor: Prof X Zhou
 15 December 2026  PhD Research Project  Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)
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Optimising OSPC Anodes and Current Collector Interfaces for High-Performance, Next-Generation Anode-Free Cells

Lancaster University
Department of Chemistry
Background. The energy crisis and climate emergency demand novel ways to store energy from renewable sources and achieve net-zero carbon emissions. Read more
 Supervisor: Dr M Mercer
 11 January 2027  PhD Research Project  Funded PhD Project (UK Students Only)
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