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Doing a PhD with us will allow you to test the cutting-edge of science and make new discoveries using our excellent facilities.

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Aerodynamic and Environmental Flow PhD

Automotive Engineering PhD

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Towards ultra-high efficiency free piston engine generator

Funding information:

UKRI standard stipend - £20,780 per year for academic year 2025/26.

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What our students say

Victor Mazzilli

Automotive Engineering PhD

It’s a friendly and collaborative environment. We work mostly in a wide and comfortable office and, occasionally, we have the opportunity to run experiments with real cars or in the test rig lab.

Expert support

The Doctoral College supports the academic and professional development of postgraduate researchers to ensure our world-leading research continues to grow. There is also an extensive Researcher Development Programme run at university level.