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high voltage PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships

We have 27 high voltage PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships

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(UoM - Tsinghua) - Bio-Derived Thermosets for High Voltage Applications

The expansion of electrical grids and integration of renewable energy have heightened the demand for reliable high-voltage (HV) insulation. Read more
 Supervisors: Dr T Chen, Prof F Yin
 7 September 2026  PhD Research Project  Competition Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)
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AlGaN Power Electronics for Electric Vehicles: AI-Enhanced Design, Simulation, and Characterization

Applications are invited for a self-funded, 3 year full-time or 6 year part-time PhD project. The PhD will be based in  the School of Electrical and Mechanical Engineering and supervised by Dr Mahsa Mehrad. Read more
 Supervisor: Dr M Mehrad
 Year round applications  PhD Research Project  Self-Funded PhD Students Only
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PHD ELECTRICAL AND ELECTRONIC ENGINEERING

The Electrical and Electronic Engineering PhD degree programme develops your understanding of the research process and your ability to analyse and contribute to a particular research area. Read more
 Funded PhD Programme (Students Worldwide)  China PhD Programme
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EPSRC - Liquid Immersion Cooling for Hybrid Aircraft Electrical System

This 3.5-year PhD project is fully funded and only home candidates are eligible. The successful candidate will receive an annual stipend of ~£25,518 p.a. Read more
 Supervisor: Dr Q Liu
 19 September 2026  PhD Research Project  Funded PhD Project (UK Students Only)
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(UoM - Tsinghua) - Development of Next-Generation Epoxy Composite Materials for HVDC Converter Transformer Bushings

High Voltage Direct Current (HVDC) technology is central to future low-carbon interconnected electrical power networks, enabling long-distance renewable energy transmission, offshore wind integration, and flexible electricity grids. Read more
 Supervisors: Dr S Matharage, Assoc Prof B C Cao
 7 September 2026  PhD Research Project  Competition Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)
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HVDC with hybrid MMC-LCC converters

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: Prof D Jovcic, Dr A ALIAKBAR JAMSHIDI FAR
 Year round applications  PhD Research Project  Self-Funded PhD Students Only
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Integration of LC DC Circuit Breakers into DC transmission grids

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: Prof D Jovcic, Dr V Nougain
 Year round applications  PhD Research Project  Self-Funded PhD Students Only
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Physics and Engineering: Characterisation and Metrology of Next Generation Ultra-Wide Bandgap Semiconductors and Devices

Key Information. Open to. UK and international applicants. Funding Providers. EPSRC Centre for Doctoral Training in UK Semiconductor Industry Future Skills. Read more
 Supervisors: Prof P Meredith, Dr Saptarsi Ghosh Ghosh
 5 August 2026  PhD Research Project  Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)
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Predicting Failure in HVDC Interconnections for Offshore Wind Farms

PhD in the EnerHy CDT which is an EPSRC-funded Centre for Doctoral Training (CDT) focusing on research and training in the areas of Renewable Energy and Hydrogen. Read more
 Supervisors: Dr J Carroll, Mr A Smith
 31 August 2026  PhD Research Project  Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)
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PhD Studentship in Fast Zonal Control for Voltage Stability

Applications are invited for a PhD studentship, to be undertaken at Imperial College London (Control and Power Research Group, Department of Electrical and Electronic Engineering) under the co-supervision of Professors Balarko Chaudhuri and Mark O’Malley. Read more
 Supervisor: Prof B Chaudhuri
 14 August 2026  PhD Research Project  Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)
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(UoM - Tsinghua) - Development of Digital Twin of Solid-State Transformers for Data Centres

Solid-state transformers (SSTs) are a key technology for the next generation of smart, flexible and low-carbon power networks. They will support renewable energy integration, electric vehicle charging, and data centres. Read more
 Supervisors: Prof Z.D Wang, Assoc Prof B C Cao
 7 September 2026  PhD Research Project  Competition Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)
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Development and Characterisation of High Thermal Conductivity Insulation Systems for Offshore Wind Generator Windings

Offshore wind turbine generators are increasingly constrained by thermal limitations in stator windings, where conventional electrical insulation materials with comparatively lower thermal conductivity can accelerate thermal ageing and limit overall generator performance. Read more
 Supervisors: Dr T Chen, Prof I Kinloch
 31 August 2026  PhD Research Project  Funded PhD Project (UK Students Only)
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AI Methods for the Design and Optimization of Wide-Bandgap CMOS Power Electronics

Applications are invited for a self-funded, 3 year full-time or 6 year part-time PhD project. The PhD will be based in  the School of Electrical and Mechanical Engineering and supervised by Dr Mahsa Mehrad and Dr. Read more
 Supervisors: Dr M Mehrad, Dr A Tawfik
 Year round applications  PhD Research Project  Self-Funded PhD Students Only
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Next-Generation Railway Electrification and Operational Strategies for Decarbonisation

The railway sector is undergoing a profound transformation driven by ambitious decarbonisation targets, evolving patterns of passenger and freight demand, and the rapid integration of renewable energy technologies. Read more
 Supervisor: Dr Z T Tian
 Year round applications  PhD Research Project  Self-Funded PhD Students Only
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Smart Grids for Decarbonisation and Flexibility: Renewable and Transport Energy Integration

Achieving net-zero emissions requires an energy system that is highly flexible, resilient, and capable of integrating large volumes of renewable generation and electrified transport. Read more
 Supervisor: Dr Z T Tian
 Year round applications  PhD Research Project  Self-Funded PhD Students Only

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