Space Science PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships for Self-funded Students

We have 34 Space Science PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships for Self-funded Students

Accelerating Micro-Reactor Development: Transforming Space and Earth Energy Systems

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

We're seeking a motivated PhD candidate to join our team in exploring optimal system configurations for achieving long-life, autonomous operation and high operating temperatures in micro-reactors. Read more

Supervisors: Dr AP Peakman, Prof T Abram, Dr ON Negri, Prof BL Lindley

Year round applications PhD Research Project Competition Funded PhD Project (UK 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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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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Space Domain Awareness Object Characterisation

University of Adelaide Defence Trailblazer

Who can apply? Australian Citizens & Permanent Residents New Zealand Citizens. Start date No later than 31 March 2024. Industry partner and funding body Silentium Defence Defence Trailblazer. Read more

Supervisor: Dr B Ng

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

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Propagation of RF/microwave signals in plasma

University of Strathclyde Department of Physics

The project will contribute to a major Ministry of Defence (MoD) research programme intended to develop generation after next technologies for applications in defence and security. Read more

Supervisors: Prof K Ronald, Dr B Eliasson

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

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Space-based quantum sensing for maritime applications

University of Birmingham School of Physics and Astronomy

The exciting progress of quantum sensing in laboratory experiments have prompted a worldwide effort to develop robust portable systems that can be used in real-life applications. Read more

Supervisors: Dr S Lellouch, Prof M Holynski

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

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PhD Studentship in Geospatial Engineering: Smart Earth Observation Satellite Constellation

Newcastle University School of Engineering

Award summary. 100% fees covered, and a minimum tax-free annual living allowance of £18,622 (2023/24 UKRI rate) and includes a generous research training support grant. Read more

Supervisor: Prof JM Mills

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

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Investigation of the regression of propellants in a hybrid propellant rocket engine using gelled/solidified RP-1 and other hydrocarbon propellants

Kingston University Faculty of Engineering, Computing and the Environment

Kingston University has developed and pioneered the use of two innovative technologies in recent years that we hope will have a significant impact on the space and launch propulsion sectors. Read more

Supervisor: Dr P Shaw

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

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Study of ionospheric propagation disturbances

University of Bath Department of Electronic & Electrical Engineering

The Department of Chemical Engineering at the University of Bath is inviting applications for the following fully funded PhD project. Read more

Supervisor: Dr B Forte

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

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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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EPSRC Doctoral Training Partnership 2024/25: Physics & Astronomy

University of Leeds Faculty of Engineering and Physical Sciences

Research Group: School of Physics and Astronomy

Becoming an innovator in the School of Chemical and Process Engineering at the University of Leeds!. For 2024/25 entry, we are offering you the opportunity to join our thriving community of leading researchers within the School of Chemical and Process Engineering. Read more

Supervisor: Ms L Moyles

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

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The Largest Survey of the Hard X-ray Sky - Ever!

University of Southampton Faculty of Engineering and Physical Sciences

Supervisory Team: Tony Bird. Project description. When viewed through hard X-ray instruments, the sky gives an ever-changing view of the most energetic and explosive processes in the universe. Read more

Supervisor: Prof T Bird

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

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Kinetic-scale Structures at Interplanetary Shockwaves

University of Southampton Faculty of Engineering and Physical Sciences

Supervisory Team: Imogen Gingell. Project description. Plasma is continuously ejected into interplanetary space by the sun, forming the ‘solar wind’. Read more

Supervisor: Dr I Gingell

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

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Exploring the Time-Dependence of Kinetic Structure at Earth’s Bow Shock

University of Southampton Faculty of Engineering and Physical Sciences

Supervisory Team: Imogen Gingell. Project description. When the solar wind interacts with Earth’s magnetosphere, it is heated and slowed from supersonic to subsonic speeds at the bow shock. Read more

Supervisor: Dr I Gingell

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

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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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We have 34 Space Science PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships for Self-funded Students

Space Science PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships for Self-funded Students

We have 34 Space Science PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships for Self-funded Students

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