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nuclear physics PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships

We have 84 nuclear physics PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships

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Laser-assisted studies of shapes/sizes and decay properties of exotic nuclei at CERN (Geneva, Switzerland) and RIKEN (Tokyo, Japan)

University of York
School of Physics, Engineering and Technology
Laser-assisted studies of shapes/sizes and decay properties of exotic nuclei at CERN (Geneva, Switzerland) and RIKEN (Tokyo, Japan)    "This PhD project focuses on studies of collective properties of exotic nuclei, in particular on their shapes/radii. Read more
 Supervisor: Prof A Andreyev
 30 June 2026  PhD Research Project  Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)
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Ultrafast phenomena instigated by core electron motion in XFEL-driven molecules

University College London
Department of Physics and Astronomy
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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Nanoscale standardisation of DNA damage for Emerging Isotopes in Nuclear Safety and Radiation Protection

University of Surrey
School of Mathematics and Physics
  Research Group: Soft Matter Biological and Medical Physics
The nuclear sector is entering a new era with the rise of targeted radionuclide therapies. Emerging Auger emitters, such as terbium-161 and platinum-195m, offer nanoscale precision in treating disease, but they also present a significant "blind spot" in current radiation protection frameworks. Read more
 Supervisors: Dr WB Bae, Prof DT Doherty
 12 July 2026  PhD Research Project  Funded PhD Project (UK Students Only)
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Long-Term Risk Modelling for Nuclear Safety

University of Strathclyde
Department of Civil & Environmental Engineering
Are you interested in using mathematics, data, and AI tools to solve real-world safety problems? This PhD scholarship offers the chance to work on challenging research with clear societal value. Read more
 Supervisors: Prof E Patelli, Dr M D A De Angelis
 Year round applications  PhD Research Project  Funded PhD Project (European/UK Students Only)
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(SATURN CDT)Simulation of particle agglomeration, attrition and breakup for nuclear waste transport and retrieval processes

University of Leeds
Faculty of Engineering and Physical Sciences
The safe retrieval, transport and processing of radioactive waste slurries is one of the most significant engineering challenges in nuclear decommissioning. Read more
 Supervisors: Prof M Fairweather, Dr L F Mortimer
 31 July 2026  PhD Research Project  Funded PhD Project (UK Students Only)
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Data-Driven Numerical Modelling of Materials for High-Temperature Nuclear and Energy Applications

University of Sheffield
School of Mechanical, Aerospace and Civil Engineering
Next-generation nuclear and fusion energy systems place unprecedented demands on structural and functional materials, which must operate reliably under extreme thermal, mechanical, and environmental conditions. Read more
 Supervisor: Dr G Torelli
 Year round applications  PhD Research Project  Self-Funded PhD Students Only
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QG-CANE (Quantum Gravity for detection of CAvities from Nuclear Explosions)

University of Birmingham
Department of Civil Engineering
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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Advanced Wasteform Development for Challenging Nuclear Waste Streams

Sheffield Hallam University
Engineering and Built Environment
This exciting project will directly support the UK nuclear industry by addressing the management and immobilisation of some of its challenging wastes and by-products ahead of long-term disposal. Read more
 Supervisors: Dr AS Scrimshire, Dr SS Samad, Prof PB Bingham
 4 August 2026  PhD Research Project  Competition Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)
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Extreme Conditions Chemistry of Lanthanide and Actinide Metals and Oxides

University of Edinburgh
School of Physics and Astronomy
About the Project. Lanthanide and actinide materials play a central role in nuclear science and technology, underpinning nuclear fuels, structural materials, and long-term waste forms. Read more
 Supervisor: Dr D Laniel
 Year round applications  PhD Research Project  Funded PhD Project (UK Students Only)
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PhD Opportunities in Data Analysis in Running Neutrino Experiments – JUNO, SBND, and T2K

University of Warwick
Department of Physics
Open questions in neutrino physics include the neutrino mass ordering and CP violation, and discoveries in future experiments will rely on a precise understanding of neutrino interactions across different targets and energy regimes. Read more
 Supervisor: Dr XL Lu
 Year round applications  PhD Research Project  Competition Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)
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Machine Learning Enhanced Muon Imaging for Nuclear Waste Monitoring and Safeguards

University of Surrey
School of Mathematics and Physics
  Research Group: Nuclear Physics
This PhD explores the use of recurrent neural networks (RNNs) to enhance muography (muon-based) monitoring of radioactive waste disposal sites. Read more
 Supervisors: Dr C Shenton-Taylor, Prof DT Doherty
 12 July 2026  PhD Research Project  Funded PhD Project (UK Students Only)
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Computational Modelling of Nuclear Materials (Ref: CM/PG-SF1/2026)

Loughborough University
Department of Mathematical Sciences
An exciting self-funded PhD opportunity to join the Advanced Materials Modelling (AMM) Group at Loughborough. Pressurisation, corrosion and other factors may pose a threat to the safety and integrity of nuclear material packages in long term storage. Read more
 Supervisors: Dr P Goddard, Prof R Smith, Dr K Jolley
 1 April 2027  PhD Research Project  Self-Funded PhD Students Only
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(SATURN CDT)Manufacture of high density fuel concepts for use in water reactors

The University of Manchester
Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering
Saturn_Nuclear_CDT . UoM_Nuclear. The University of Manchester invites applications for a fully funded PhD position focused on developing novel nuclear fuel materials for use in existing and future reactors, which includes a £26k p.a. Read more
 Supervisors: Prof J Turner, Prof T Abram, Dr MJ Pritchard
 30 June 2026  PhD Research Project  Funded PhD Project (UK Students Only)
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(SATURN CDT) Developing high density fuel concepts for use in water reactors

The University of Manchester
Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering
Saturn_Nuclear_CDT. UoM_Nuclear. The University of Manchester invites applications for a fully funded PhD position focused on developing novel nuclear fuel materials for use in existing and future reactors, which includes a £26k p.a. Read more
 Supervisors: Prof J Turner, Prof T Abram, Dr MJ Pritchard
 30 June 2026  PhD Research Project  Funded PhD Project (UK Students Only)
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(SATURN CDT) Advanced Fuels and Multiphysics Modelling for Small Modular Reactor (SMR) Systems (Rolls-Royce SMR Sponsored PhD with Barcelona Secondment)

The University of Manchester
Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering
UoM_Nuclear. Saturn_Nuclear_CDT. Project Summary. This Rolls-Royce SMR–sponsored PhD will develop advanced multiphysics modelling methods to support next-generation soluble boron-free (SBF) reactor designs and enable rigorous assessment of advanced fuel concepts. Read more
 Supervisors: Dr AP Peakman, Prof T Abram
 15 June 2026  PhD Research Project  Funded PhD Project (UK Students Only)
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