Electrical Engineering (space) PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships

We have 49 Electrical Engineering (space) PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships

PhD project in Techniques for Space-based Space Domain Awareness

University of Birmingham School of Metallurgy & Materials

Would you like to continue your academic journey with a PhD in space engineering? We invite applications from highly motivated individuals who are interested in developing techniques to improve space-based Space Domain Awareness. Read more

Supervisor: Dr LA Alconcel

30 June 2024 PhD Research Project Funded PhD Project (European/UK Students Only)

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Multi-static Inverse Synthetic Aperture Radar imagery for recognition of space objects from space

University of Birmingham Department of Electronic, Electrical and Systems Engineering

We invite applications from a highly motivated individual to join research to develop multi-functional space borne radar capability for ISAR imagery of space objects from space. Read more

Supervisor: Prof M S Gashinova

Year round applications PhD Research Project Funded PhD Project (European/UK Students Only)

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Silicon Photonics for Space Optics Technologies

University of Southampton Faculty of Engineering and Physical Sciences

Supervisory Team: Dr Milos Nedeljkovic and Professor David Thomson . Project description. Space is a new but inevitable frontier for Silicon Photonics technologies. Read more

Supervisor: Dr M Nedeljkovic

Year round applications PhD Research Project Competition Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)

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Airborne Quantum Key Distribution and Free Space Optical Communications.

Heriot-Watt University Institute of Photonics and Quantum Sciences (IPaQS)

Quantum key distribution (QKD) is a secure encryption key sharing protocol that addresses potential vulnerabilities in encryption key sharing and encrypted data storage. Read more

Supervisor: Dr R Donaldson

30 April 2024 PhD Research Project Funded PhD Project (UK Students Only)

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Advanced Processing Methods for Long Baseline Multistatic Radars for Space Situational Awareness

University of Strathclyde Department of Electronic and Electrical Engineering

Since their inception, ground-based Space Situational Awareness (SSA) systems, also known as Space Surveillance and Tracking (SST), primarily utilise radar sensors due to their ability to operate in very long ranges and under various atmospheric conditions while also providing very accurate range measurements. Read more

Supervisors: Dr C Ilioudis, Prof M Vasile

Year round applications PhD Research Project Funded PhD Project (UK Students Only)

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Intelligent Techniques for Reliability Prediction and Improvement of Free-Space Optics-based Future Satellite Communication Systems

University of Bradford Faculty of Engineering & Digital Technologies

Research Group: Bradford-Renduchintala Centre for Space AI

Satellite communications play a pivotal role in our modern world, driving global efforts towards the development of next-generation satellite communication systems. Read more

Supervisors: Dr V Mai, Dr CD Dao

Year round applications PhD Research Project Self-Funded PhD Students Only

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Advanced Networking Techniques for Quantum Space-Aerial-Terrestrial Integrated Networks

University of Bradford Faculty of Engineering & Digital Technologies

Research Group: Bradford-Renduchintala Centre for Space AI

In beyond 5G and 6G communication networks, the need for robust security systems is paramount to securely store and share vast amounts of data globally. Read more

Supervisor: Dr V Mai

Year round applications PhD Research Project Self-Funded PhD Students Only

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CDT-QTE: Sensors for Small Acceleration Detection for Gravimetry and Magnetometry in Real World Environments & in Space

University of Southampton Faculty of Engineering and Physical Sciences

Supervisory Team. Hendrik Ulbricht. Project description. This project is part of the EPSRC Centre for Doctoral Training in Quantum Technology Engineering at the University of Southampton. Read more

Supervisor: Prof H Ulbricht

31 August 2024 PhD Research Project Competition Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)

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Space Optical Communications

University of Auckland Department of Physics

The University of Auckland is developing a research programme in optical communications between ground and orbiting satellites. We are looking for a PhD candidate to adapt an existing optical telescope, and build optical instrumentation to demonstrate optical communications from satellites in low earth orbit. Read more

Supervisors: Dr N Rattenbury, Dr J Cater

Year round applications PhD Research Project Competition Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)

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Autonomous Data-Driven Modelling for Advanced Satellite Constellation Management

UNSW Canberra Defence Trailblazer

Who can apply? Australian Citizens & Permanent Residents New Zealand Citizens Preference is given to international students currently studying in Australia, all nationalities are welcome to apply. Read more

Supervisor: Dr LQ Qiao

29 May 2024 PhD Research Project Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)

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High precision time-resolved thrust measurement and Two-dimensional plasma plume diagnostics

University of Southampton Faculty of Engineering and Physical Sciences

Supervisory Team: Min Kwan Kim (80%) / Alexander Wittig (20%). Project description. This exciting PhD project offers a unique opportunity to develop a high precision time-resolved thrust balance and optical diagnostics to characterise the spatial distribution of plasma plume generated by a plasma thruster. Read more

Supervisor: Dr M K Kim

31 August 2024 PhD Research Project Competition Funded PhD Project (UK Students Only)

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Development of broadband electronic warfare sensors for signal detection and direction finding

University of Adelaide Defence Trailblazer

Who can apply? Australian & New Zealand Citizens. Industry partner and funding body SRC Aus Pty. Ltd. Defence Trailblazer. Program of study available Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) with the University of Adelaide. Read more

Supervisor: Dr N Trong

29 May 2024 PhD Research Project Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)

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Self-assembling Robots for Living Metamaterials and Novel Fabrication Methods

University of Sheffield Department of Automatic Control and Systems Engineering

Background. LEGO-like millimetre-sized electronic parts that self-assemble and become a robot - such a scenario has been a dream for engineers. Read more

Supervisor: Dr S Miyashita

Year round applications PhD Research Project Competition Funded PhD Project (UK Students Only)

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Utilize Martian resources for future exploration: Develop a game-changing plasma-based ISRU system

University of Southampton Faculty of Engineering and Physical Sciences

Supervisory Team. Min Kwan Kim (80%) / Alexander Wittig (20%). Project description. This exciting PhD project offers a unique opportunity to develop a high-efficiency, all-in-one in-situ resource utilization (ISRU) system for future crewed Mars missions. Read more

Supervisor: Dr M K Kim

31 August 2024 PhD Research Project Competition Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)

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Surface Enhanced Raman Spectroscopy for Interplanetary Spacecraft Missions

University of Southampton Faculty of Engineering and Physical Sciences

Supervisory Team. Hanna Sykulska-Lawrence. Project description. Read more

Supervisor: Dr H Sykulska-Lawrence

31 August 2024 PhD Research Project Competition Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)

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