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Latest PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships

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Multi-physics modelling of bearingless pumps

  Research Group: Nonlinear Mechanics Group
The transition towards electrified and energy-efficient industrial systems demands new technologies capable of operating at high speed with improved efficiency, reliability, and reduced maintenance. Read more
 Supervisor: Prof P Meehan
 11 October 2026  PhD Research Project  Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)
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Sydney Quantum Academy Postgraduate Scholarship

SQA PhD Scholarships support outstanding domestic and international students to pursue up to four years of full-time quantum research at one of our partner universities which includes the University of Sydney. Read more
 Supervisor: Dr H HDR
 8 October 2026  PhD Research Project  Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)
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Laser marking of advanced anti-counterfeiting features in security documents such as passports

This PhD project is based at Heriot-Watt University in Edinburgh, in close collaboration with Toppan Security https://toppansecurity.com/. Read more
 Supervisor: Prof D P Hand
 17 January 2027  PhD Research Project  Funded PhD Project (UK Students Only)
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Circular Printable Gas Sensors: Bio-Based Materials, Sustainable Manufacturing and Recycling

This PhD project will develop sustainable, bio-based gas sensors for applications in environmental monitoring, healthcare and smart packaging. Read more
 Supervisor: Dr JP Panidi
 31 December 2026  PhD Research Project  Self-Funded PhD Students Only
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Eco-friendly & high performing organic photovoltaics

Developing renewable energy solutions that can be rapidly implemented in the market using eco-friendly materials and manufacturing methods is crucial. Read more
 Supervisor: Dr JP Panidi
 31 December 2026  PhD Research Project  Self-Funded PhD Students Only
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Atmospheric Dynamics for High-Altitude Autonomous Platforms

The Centre for Climate Adaptation & Environment Research (CAER) at the University of Bath is inviting applications for the following fully funded project. Read more
 Supervisors: Dr N Hindley, Dr C Wright, Dr T Banyard
 25 October 2026  PhD Research Project  Funded PhD Project (European/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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Waters rising again: The loss and reconnection of floodplains PhD

This funded PhD studentship is an exciting opportunity to conduct new interdisciplinary research on floodplains. It will combine approaches from the natural and social sciences to investigate the factors that influence the loss and, more recently, reconnection of floodplains. Read more
 Supervisors: Dr R Grabowski, Dr H Smith
 4 November 2026  PhD Research Project  Competition Funded PhD Project (UK Students Only)
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Searching for New Physics with Highly Charged Ion Clocks

This PhD position is open to applicants of all nationalities. Some of the biggest open questions in modern physics concern the limits of the Standard Model and General Relativity. Read more
 Supervisor: Prof G Barontini
 Year round applications  PhD Research Project  Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)
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Intelligent optimisation and control for future power systems

Future power systems will integrate large numbers of diverse resources, ranging from uncertain renewable generation to flexible, controllable, and data-preserving assets such as data centres, electric vehicles, energy storage, and heat pumps. Read more
 Supervisor: Dr D Huo
 30 November 2026  PhD Research Project  Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)
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Modelling Fire Spread - SAFEBATT

This is a 3.5 year PhD project at KCL affiliated to the Faraday Institution SAFEBATT project, which is a major project increasing the fundamental understanding… Read more
 Supervisor: Dr FR Restuccia
 16 October 2026  PhD Research Project  Funded PhD Project (UK Students Only)
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Understanding and predicting extremist violence using digital data

Dr Olivia Brown is recruiting for this fully funded project, expected to commence as soon as possible and no later than 26 October 2026. Read more
 Supervisors: Dr O Brown, Dr J Hinds
 11 October 2026  PhD Research Project  Funded PhD Project (European/UK Students Only)
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Adaptive Carbon Dioxide Capture and Utilisation Technology for Sustainable Biogas Upgrading

  Research Group: School of Civil Engineering
Anaerobic digestion technology plays a pivotal role in delivering the global clean energy transition to low-carbon fuels like hydrogen and methane from biomass. Read more
 Supervisors: Dr C Okoro Shekwaga, Dr M A Camargo-Valero
 9 October 2026  PhD Research Project  Competition Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)
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Adaptive Virtual-Reality Exergaming for Physical and Cognitive Health in Older Adults

Can virtual reality help older adults maintain physical and cognitive function? This project will develop and test SPIN‑VR, an interactive exercise game that combines movement, cognitive challenges and wearable sensors. Read more
 Supervisors: Dr MAA Al-Amri, Dr AV Voinescu, Prof N Vaughan
 21 October 2026  PhD Research Project  Competition Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)
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Funded studentships available with the CAM-Doctoral Training Partnership

CAM-Doctoral Training Partnership is offering opportunities for ESRC-funded PhD studentships at Anglia Ruskin University, the University of Bedfordshire and the University of Cambridge starting in October 2027. Read more
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