Launch your career in research and development with one of over 80 industry-focused three year funded PhDs.

• Do you want to develop your skills and experience to undertake a rewarding and well-paid career which uses your background in biological sciences, chemistry, communications, computing, engineering, environmental sciences, geography, mathematics, physics or related disciplines?
• Have you considered doing a PhD but thought that was just for people wanting to be academics?
• Are you interested in how new products, processes and services are developed?
• Do you want to be part of a large, strong graduate cohort underpinning the development of radically new products and services?
• Do you want to work alongside the people in businesses doing your dream job whilst gaining a PhD?
• Do you have what it takes to be a postgraduate at a world-class university?

If the answer is yes, Register Your Interest Now to be the first to be invited to apply for one of over 80 industry-focused three year funded PhDs from Lancaster University, subject to European Funding.

Starting in October 2016 you could be part of a new cohort of around 40 exceptional PhD researchers working in a unique partnership between academia and business. You will be working with a leading high-growth business undertaking intensive R&D on a specific research project to underpin the development of a new product or service, using this work as the basis of your PhD programme of study. Another cohort of around 40 researchers may start their industry-focused PhDs in 2017, for which you can also register interest now.

Successful applicants could:

• Receive £15,000 tax-free per year
• Undertake a substantive collaborative project with a business with a base in the Northwest of England
• Have your postgraduate tuition fees paid for by your partner business, worth over £12,000 (UK/EU graduates only, fees for Non EU/UK graduates are subsidised from £16,500/year to £12,500/year)
• Become part of a cohort of graduates working with an award-winning team on business-led R&D
• Develop new products, processes and services
• Be in an enviable position to develop a long-term well-paid career
• Gain a postgraduate qualification from a world-leading university
• Finish in a strong position to enter a competitive job market in the UK and overseas

Why Lancaster University?

Lancaster University is ranked among the top ten universities in the UK. We have invested over £450m into our campus in the last ten years, including our new Engineering building, the refurbishment of the Library, Physics and Chemistry facilities and a £20m sports centre and facilities, with a further £135m investment planned. We’re great for nurturing talent and links with industry; we’ve over 5000 successful partnerships with businesses. We’re global, with a huge number of research links around the world which provide exciting opportunities for our students, and we’re collegiate, providing you with a supportive student environment.

Student Testimonials

“The facilities are second to none and the level of teaching quality is high. I have produced a PhD in an area of study I am very passionate in... my research has such a technical edge I never imagined it could have. My expenses covered my travel to Iceland- it really has been absolutely incredible to work out there. I don’t feel I can put a price on the experience I’ve had!"
Rebecca Burns, PhD Researcher with Isoprime

“I applied for an industry based placement because of the added benefits of working with a company. …I really liked the idea of applying research to real world problems and being at the forefront of eco-innovation. Studying at Lancaster University was a great experience. I would highly recommend an industry focussed PhD. This PhD has provided me with great opportunities for the future.”
Laura O'Keefe, PhD Researcher with Green Tide Turbines

“I was particularly interested in an industry focused PhD because it would allow me to contribute to fundamental science research alongside creating an opportunity to see a direct real-world impact of my work. There is a global drive for greater partnerships between academic and industry and it was exciting to be able to be a part of a unique scheme. I am certain having this collaborative experience will be of a great advantage whether I continue a career in academia or industry or hopefully both!”
Stephanie Bryan, researcher with Arcis Biotechnology Limited.

“I’ll look back on this project as one of the most challenging but most rewarding and enjoyable experiences of my life. Aside from being able to see the project succeed, I’ve been able to meet some amazing people along the way.”
Jonathan Longden, researcher with Nucleotide Nutrition Limited

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If you have any questions or inquires email scitech.partnerships@lancaster.ac.uk

Launch your successful career in research and development with an industry-focused three year funded PhD from Lancaster University.

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