operational PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships for Self-funded Students

We have 112 operational PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships for Self-funded Students

Membranes for energy storage/conversion devices under operational conditions

University College London Department of Chemistry

Supervisor. Dr F. Foglia. Application deadline. 30 April 2024. Interview date. TBC. Start date. September 2024. Read more

Supervisor: Dr F Foglia

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

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PhD in Computing Science - Enhancing Sustainability via Dynamic Optimisation of Barclay’s Data Services

University of Glasgow College of Science and Engineering

Barclays currently operates a complex network of data services, comprising a range of large heterogenous databases, key-value stores, object stores and more. Read more

Supervisors: Dr R McCreadie, Dr LT Thamsen, Dr GF Flynn, Mr RP Panda

31 May 2024 PhD Research Project Funded PhD Project (UK Students Only)

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Actuator PHM exploiting multi- physics digital twin and machine learning PhD

Cranfield University School of Aerospace, Transport and Manufacturing (SATM)

To ensure safe and efficient operation, electric actuators should be controlled on a suitable operative environment, which includes temperature and pressure as well. Read more

Supervisor: Mr S Khan

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

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Integrated design approaches of thermo-active building envelope for near zero carbon buildings and environmental sustainability

Kingston University Faculty of Engineering, Computing and the Environment

The construction sector has seen a high share of energy-related carbon emissions globally due to building operation, posing a great threat to achieving net zero carbon targets by 2050. Read more

Supervisor: Dr J Deng

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

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Digital twin model development for a solar panel system assisted marine vessel

University of Strathclyde Department of Naval Architecture, Ocean & Marine Engineering

The project focuses on developing a Digital Twin Model for a Solar Panel System Assisted Marine Vessel, representing a groundbreaking fusion of maritime technology, renewable energy, and digital modeling. Read more

Supervisor: Dr H W Wang

Year round applications PhD Research Project Awaiting Funding Decision/Possible External Funding

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Artificial intelligence in entrepreneurship

University of Bolton Greater Manchester Business School

Project summary. The PhD project aims to delve into the transformative potential of AI in reshaping how entrepreneurs craft strategies. Read more

Supervisors: Dr I Mostafiz, Mrs G Clarry

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

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Model-based Approach for Prognostics Health Management (PHM) for Fusion Reactors

University of York School of Physics, Engineering and Technology

The University of York is at the forefront of transformative research in data-centric engineering, digital twins, and AI, bringing about a revolution in the design and operation of systems. Read more

Supervisor: Prof S Perin

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

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Impact of flooding and erosion from extreme rainfall on EDF’s fleet of nuclear power stations

University of Liverpool School of Environmental Sciences

The EPSRC Centre for Doctoral Training in Net Zero Maritime Energy solutions (N0MES) has a 4-year funded PhD place available for an exceptional researcher. Read more

Supervisors: Dr C Lyddon, Prof J Cooper, Prof A Plater

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

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Preparation and Characterisation of ‘Green’ Photocathodes for the Generation of High-Brightness Electron Beams

University of Liverpool Department of Physics

The quality of the electron beam in an accelerator is limited largely by that of the electron source. Fourth generation light sources such as the planned UK X-FEL and ultrafast electron diffraction projects require high-brightness electron sources. Read more

Supervisor: Prof C Welsch

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

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Synchrotron X-ray Studies of Energy Materials

University of Liverpool Department of Physics

The principal focus of this PhD project is to apply advanced X-ray methodologies to the study of materials relevant to energy technologies, in particular on materials with electrochemical applications. Read more

Supervisors: Prof C Lucas, Dr Y Grunder

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

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Addressing climate action in Irish hospitality through adoption of a digitalised roadmap in SMTE Communities of Practice

Atlantic Technological University Research

The Postgraduate Research Programme in Innovation, Digitalisation, Enterprise and Society (IDEAS) offers 12 PhD research scholarships to commence in 2024. Read more

Supervisors: Dr CMT McTiernan, Dr JH Hanrahan, Dr EMK McKenzie

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

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Blockchain-Integrated Framework for Ensuring Supply Chain Security and Transparency in Irish MedTech SME’s

Atlantic Technological University Research

The Postgraduate Research Programme in Innovation, Digitalisation, Enterprise and Society (IDEAS) offers 12 PhD research scholarships to commence in 2024. Read more

Supervisors: Dr MJS Syed, Dr MDG Drury-Grogan, Dr MS Sintejudeanu, Prof MKK Khan

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

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Prediction of Non-Spherical Particle Interaction and Agglomeration in Pipe Flows for Nuclear Waste Management Applications

University of Leeds Centre for Doctoral Training in Fluid Dynamics

The EPSRC Centre for Doctoral Training in Future Fluid Dynamics programme is now recruiting to this fantastic PhD opportunity in partnership with Sellafield Ltd. Read more

Supervisors: Prof M Fairweather, Prof J Peakall, Prof T Hunter

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

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Optimising dynamic scheduling in smart manufacturing through reinforcement learning PhD

Cranfield University School of Aerospace, Transport and Manufacturing (SATM)

This PhD aims to develop an adaptive self-organising solution for dynamic scheduling in job-shop manufacturing. The research will introduce an innovative approach that integrates deep reinforcement learning and multi-agent systems to rapidly respond to emergencies and disruptions. Read more

Supervisor: Dr C Latsou

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

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Modelling and Analysis Methods for Satellite Aerodynamics in Very Low Earth Orbit (VLEO)

The University of Manchester Department of Mechanical, Aerospace and Civil Engineering

Operation of spacecraft in very low Earth orbits (VLEO), those below 450 km in altitude, is becoming more commonplace. Read more

Supervisors: Dr H. Crisp, Dr P Roberts

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

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We have 112 operational PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships for Self-funded Students

operational PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships for Self-funded Students

We have 112 operational PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships for Self-funded Students

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