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We have 1,088 physics PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships

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Intelligent flow control for heat transfer devices using thermo-responsive shape memory alloy

To cultivate research talents with global leadership, interdisciplinary innovation capabilities, and international research collaboration capabilities… Read more
 Supervisor: Dr L Huang
 Year round applications  PhD Research Project  Self-Funded PhD Students Only
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Research on Spatiotemporal Graph Neural Networks for AI for Science

To cultivate research talents with global leadership, interdisciplinary innovation capabilities, and international research collaboration capabilities… Read more
 Supervisor: Dr Y Pan
 Year round applications  PhD Research Project  Self-Funded PhD Students Only
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Inspection of Maritime Defence Components (MSCIC)

Robotic welding and Wire+Arc Additive Manufacturing (WAAM) of heavy steel components for the nuclear and maritime sector, hosted at the Maritime Supply Chain Innovation Centre. Read more
 Supervisor: Dr M Ward
 Year round applications  PhD Research Project  Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)
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Embedded Edge-Intelligence for Contact-State Estimation

An embedded edge-intelligence framework for real-time contact-state estimation in constrained nuclear maintenance and decommissioning tasks. Read more
 Supervisor: Dr Z Wang
 Year round applications  PhD Research Project  Funded PhD Project (UK Students Only)
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Hyperspectral Imaging of Nuclear Canisters

Apply hyperspectral imaging techniques to the non-destructive assessment of nuclear canisters, in partnership with Fraunhofer. Lead Supervisor. Read more
 Supervisor: Prof P Murray
 Year round applications  PhD Research Project  Funded PhD Project (UK Students Only)
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In-Process Weld Inspection during Submarine Build

Develop automated in-process ultrasonic inspection that delivers high-integrity welds right, first time, every time, on BAE Systems submarine geometries and materials. Read more
 Supervisor: Dr E Nicolson
 Year round applications  PhD Research Project  Funded PhD Project (UK Students Only)
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Machine-Finish Surface Textures and Component Integrity

Build a deeper understanding of the machined surface condition and how it affects the durable service life of nuclear components, to accelerate the qualification of new materials and processes. Read more
 Supervisor: Dr P Wood
 Year round applications  PhD Research Project  Funded PhD Project (UK Students Only)
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Causal Discovery for Root Cause Analysis and Risk Prediction

Develop advanced causal inference and uncertainty-aware models to identify hidden root causes and predict long-term risk in nuclear infrastructure and associated assets. Read more
 Supervisor: Prof E Patelli
 Year round applications  PhD Research Project  Funded PhD Project (UK Students Only)
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Deep Learning Modelling of Nano Defects in Chip Fabrication

Supervisory Team. Dr Yasir Noori. This project aims to shape the future of semiconductor manufacturing by using deep learning to predict nanoscale defects before they occur. Read more
 Supervisor: Dr Y Noori
 1 June 2027  PhD Research Project  Competition Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)
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Quantum-Secured Fiber Bragg Grating Sensing over Shared Optical Fiber Networks for Smart Infrastructure

Smart infrastructure systems such as intelligent transportation networks, railway monitoring systems, energy grids, and industrial automation platforms increasingly rely on optical fiber technologies for real-time sensing and communication. Read more
 Supervisor: Assoc Prof SYG Yu Gang
 30 October 2026  PhD Research Project  Competition Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)
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Stability of Soap Films and Foams (WHITTAKERR_U27EMPSFPF)

Primary Supervisor. Dr. Robert Whittaker. Foams, comprising thin liquid films surrounding many small gas bubbles, have many domestic and industrial applications. Read more
 Supervisor: Dr R Whittaker
 30 November 2026  PhD Research Project  Self-Funded PhD Students Only
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Mathematical Modelling of Microwave Cooking of Thin Potato Disks (WHITTAKERR_U27EMPSFMF)

Primary Supervisor. Dr. Robert Whittaker. This is a one-year MSc by Research project. Find out more about this programme here. Manufacturers of thin potato-based snacks are interested in developing healthier cooking methods than the traditional oil frying. Read more
 Supervisor: Dr R Whittaker
 30 November 2026  PhD Research Project  Self-Funded PhD Students Only
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Nonlinear waves on liquid cylinders (BLYTHM_U27EMPSFPF)

Primary Supervisor. Prof. Mark Blyth. Inviscid liquid jets subject to surface tension and in the absence of gravity are known to be unstable under long-wave perturbations, a phenomenon described by the classical Rayleigh–Plateau instability. Read more
 Supervisor: Dr M Blyth
 30 November 2026  PhD Research Project  Self-Funded PhD Students Only
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Joint PhD Scholarship: Sheffield Hallam University and La Trobe University, Australia. Project: Predictive Modelling of Football Ball Parameters and Injury Risk during Head Contact Events

Applications are invited for a PhD scholarship on the Joint PhD programme between Sheffield Hallam University and La Trobe University, Australia. Read more
 Supervisors: Dr K Mills, Dr L Foster
 23 November 2026  PhD Research Project  Competition Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)
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PhD Studentship in Reconfigurable Meta-structures

  Research Group: Risso Lab
(This post has been filled. If you would like to join my group with external funding sources, please send me an email including your CV, motivation letter, and potential funding scheme.). Read more
 Supervisor: Dr G Risso
 Year round applications  PhD Research Project  Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)