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We have 1,011 ukri PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships

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PhD Studentship in Quantum Networking

Background / Introduction. Quantum networking aims to interconnect quantum devices through quantum channels, enabling ultra-secure communications, distributed quantum computing, and network-enhanced sensing. Read more
 Supervisor: Prof S Pirandola
 31 December 2026  PhD Research Project  Funded PhD Project (UK Students Only)
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Thermal-Fluid-Dynamics of Multi-Component Substrates through Fusion and Vapourisation State Transitions

High energy density lasers now sit at the heart of advanced manufacturing, joining and materials processing, and underpin a growing range of defence and energy applications. Read more
 Supervisors: Dr T Flint, Prof J Robson
 14 October 2026  PhD Research Project  Competition Funded PhD Project (UK Students Only)
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Search for quantization of space-time with photon counting interferometry

This project brings together precision laser interferometry and single photon detection quantum technology for the first time and applies this innovative concept to test the hypothesis that space-time is quantized. Read more
 Supervisor: Prof H Grote
 30 October 2026  PhD Research Project  Competition Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)
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Direct Recycling of Next-Generation Battery Materials for Sustainable and Circular Manufacturing

The transition to electrified transport and renewable energy storage is driving unprecedented growth in battery manufacturing. Read more
 Supervisors: Prof E Kendrick, Prof P Slater
 Year round applications  PhD Research Project  Funded PhD Project (UK Students Only)
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Innovating Music Rights: Intellectual Property, Metadata and the Future of the Music Industry

This fully funded PhD studentship, supported by the AHRC MusicFutures Creative Cluster at the University of Liverpool, invites innovative research on music rights data, intellectual property and the digital music ecosystem. Read more
 Supervisors: Dr S Jacques, Dr G Jenkins
 15 October 2026  PhD Research Project  Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)
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Next-Generation Optical Signal Processing Using Nonlinear Fourier Methods

Applications are invited for a Postgraduate Research studentship, supported by College of Engineering and Physical Sciences to be undertaken within the Aston Institute of Photonic Technologies (AiPT) at Aston University. Read more
 Supervisor: Dr M Tan
 1 January 2027  PhD Research Project  Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)
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Organometallic chemistry of rhodium(II) pincer complexes

The organometallic chemistry of the precious metals is well established and underpins important contemporary applications in synthetic organic chemistry and the chemical industry. Read more
 Supervisor: Dr A Chaplin
 12 November 2026  PhD Research Project  Funded PhD Project (UK Students Only)
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Translational Human Models for Brain PBPK Modelling and CNS Drug Development

  Research Group: Division of Pharmacy & Optometry
Central nervous system (CNS) drug exposure is difficult to predict because the blood brain barrier (BBB) tightly regulates drug entry via passive permeability and active transporter‑mediated efflux and uptake. Read more
 Supervisors: Dr ZA Al-Majdoub, Prof A Galetin, Dr K Ogungbenro
 15 October 2026  PhD Research Project  Funded PhD Project (UK Students Only)
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Exploring the relationship between school and home brushing behaviour

  Research Group: Division of Dentistry
Childhood tooth decay remains one of the most common preventable health conditions worldwide and disproportionately affects children living in deprived communities. Read more
 Supervisors: Dr GK Kitsaras, Dr M Goodwin, Prof J Clarkson, Dr L O'Malley
 15 October 2026  PhD Research Project  Funded PhD Project (UK Students Only)
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Optimising Healthy Ageing in Trans and Non-Binary Adults

Applications are invited for a 3.5-year NIHR ARC KSS funded PhD studentship at Brighton and Sussex Medical School. Project details. Read more
 Supervisors: Dr DS Shrewsbury, Dr N Lockwood, Dr E Whitcroft
 26 October 2026  PhD Research Project  Funded PhD Project (UK Students Only)
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Development of high frequency (>1MHz) power converters

  Research Group: Electrical Machines and Power
High density power conversion is critical to a range of fields. Read more
 Supervisor: Dr J F Forrester
 31 December 2026  PhD Research Project  Competition Funded PhD Project (UK Students Only)
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Digital and Experimental Mechanochemistry for Next-Generation Elastomers

Apply to join an industrial-academic collaboration developing the mechanistic understanding and predictive tools required to design next-generation high-performance elastomers for demanding industrial and technological applications. Read more
 Supervisor: Prof R Boulatov
 30 November 2026  PhD Research Project  Competition Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)
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AI for Engineering Design and Advanced Materials Forming - Project 2

Applications are invited for two PhD studentships at the interface of lightweight design, materials forming, mechanics, simulation, and artificial intelligence for future mobility applications. Read more
 Supervisor: Dr NL Li
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AI for Engineering Design and Advanced Materials Forming - Project 1

Applications are invited for two PhD studentships at the interface of lightweight design, materials forming, mechanics, simulation, and artificial intelligence for future mobility applications. Read more
 Supervisor: Dr NL Li
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Developing the Next-Generation of Material Extrusion 3D Printers

  Research Group: Engineering Systems Design Innovation
Project Overview. Material Extrusion (MEX) remains the most widely adopted 3D printing technology globally. The market for desktop systems continues to expand, driven by decreasing hardware costs and increasing software sophistication. Read more
 Supervisor: Dr CC Cox
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