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mechatronics PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships

We have 32 mechatronics PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships

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Advanced Modelling of Nonlinear Engineering Systems: AI-Integrated Approaches

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 V Vaziri, Dr M Kapitaniak
 Year round applications  PhD Research Project  Self-Funded PhD Students Only
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Intelligent Proprioceptive Anthropomorphic Robotic Hands

  Research Group: Intelligent Systems and Robotics
Robotic hands and grippers are pivotal in robotic handling or interactions with objects, and similarly, a robot can intelligently manipulate an object. Read more
 Supervisor: Dr BJ Jamil
 Year round applications  PhD Research Project  Self-Funded PhD Students Only
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Robust Model-based Predictive Control for Hybrid Robotic Arms

  Research Group: Intelligent Systems and Robotics
In contrast to conventional robots, hybrid (soft-rigid) robots offer enhanced interaction safety alongside sensorised, repeatable performance. Read more
 Supervisor: Dr BJ Jamil
 Year round applications  PhD Research Project  Self-Funded PhD Students Only
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Dexterous Manipulation for Hybrid Robots Using Reinforcement Learning

  Research Group: Intelligent Systems and Robotics
Hybrid Robotic manipulators combine soft and rigid components that allow them to be safer and more reliable than their rigid counterparts during their interactions with the world. Read more
 Supervisor: Dr BJ Jamil
 Year round applications  PhD Research Project  Self-Funded PhD Students Only
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Advanced Proprioception for Robotic Legs

  Research Group: Intelligent Systems and Robotics
Humans are complex mechanical systems of interconnected bodies with a high degree of freedom (DOF). Our inner structures/bodies have naturally evolved with advanced proprioception and control, enabling us to perform a wide range of actions/movements, such as running, walking, sitting, and jumping. Read more
 Supervisors: Dr BJ Jamil, Dr P Ellison
 Year round applications  PhD Research Project  Self-Funded PhD Students Only
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PhD Studentship in Robotics and AI: Robust Perception for Robots in Complex Processes / Open World

From safer surgery to sustainable factories and net-zero supply chains, we increasingly rely on robots to do work that is difficult, repetitive, or chronically understaffed. Read more
 Supervisor: Dr J Ye
 Year round applications  PhD Research Project  Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)
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Design and Simulation of an Adaptive Product-Service System for Distributed Manufacturing

Product-service systems (PSS) aim to deliver value-in-use through integrated product and service solutions. Underpinned by sustainability research, PSS intends to produce a balanced approach to production and consumption. Read more
 Supervisors: Dr G Vasantha, Dr K Goh
 Year round applications  PhD Research Project  Self-Funded PhD Students Only
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Development of Adaptive Conversational VR-based Real-time Feedback System for Net-Zero Manufacturing Operations

The Engineering and Mathematics Group within the School of Computing, Engineering, and the Built Environment is inviting applications for a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in developing an adaptive conversational VR-based real-time feedback system for net-zero manufacturing operations. Read more
 Supervisors: Dr G Vasantha, Dr AM Marzano
 Year round applications  PhD Research Project  Self-Funded PhD Students Only
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Integration of Advanced Multi-Modal Sensors into ROV Platforms for Autonomous Marine Pollution Monitoring

The proposed PhD will focus on the design, integration, and validation of advanced sensor technologies into Remotely Operated Vehicles (ROVs) for autonomous marine pollution monitoring. Read more
 Supervisors: Dr A Kerrouche, Dr LM Manjakkal
 Year round applications  PhD Research Project  Self-Funded PhD Students Only
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Design and Analysis of an Intelligent Tyre for low rolling resistance, optimum performance, and enhanced safety of a vehicle

Summary of the proposed. Intelligent tyres with low rolling resistance and high performance are getting more attention in the recent years. Read more
 Supervisor: Dr AW Awan
 Year round applications  PhD Research Project  Self-Funded PhD Students Only
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AI-Powered Energy-Efficient WBANs for Real-Time Health Monitoring

Summary of the Proposed Research. Wireless Body Area Networks (WBANs) are central to next-generation healthcare systems, offering continuous real-time monitoring of patient vital signs through wearable sensors. Read more
 Supervisor: Dr MB Billah
 Year round applications  PhD Research Project  Self-Funded PhD Students Only
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AI-Driven Real-time Image Processing for Enhanced Perception and Safety in Autonomous Vehicles

Summary of the proposed research. Autonomous vehicles rely heavily on accurate, real-time perception of their surroundings to ensure safe navigation and effective decision-making. Read more
 Supervisor: Dr AA Amjad
 Year round applications  PhD Research Project  Self-Funded PhD Students Only
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Development of High-Performance Miniaturised Ultrasonic Devices for Precision Minimally Invasive Surgery

Supervisory Team. Xuan Li, Felix Langfeldt and Andrew Hamilton. An exciting PhD opportunity in the field of ultrasonic surgery, focusing on the development of cutting-edge miniature ultrasonic devices targeted for bone surgery. Read more
 Supervisor: Dr X Li
 30 June 2026  PhD Research Project  Competition Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)
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Mechanical and Industrial Engineering Ph.D.

With RIT’s mechanical and industrial engineering Ph.D., you’ll gain knowledge in mechanical and industrial engineering while engaging in cutting-edge research. Read more
 Funded PhD Programme (Students Worldwide)  PhD Research Programme
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Efficient and Reliable Numerical Solution of Dynamic Optimization

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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