Aerodynamics and environmental flow studentships
The University of Surrey is seeking outstanding PhD candidates to undertake fully funded, 3.5 year studentships starting in October 2023.
Start date
1 October 2023Duration
3.5 yearsApplication deadline
Funding source
University of SurreyFunding information
The studentship will provide a stipend at UKRI rates (currently £17,668 for 2022/23) and tuition fees for 3.5 years. An additional bursary of £1,700 per annum for the duration of the studentship will be offered to exceptional candidates.
About
These studentships are an opportunity to join the University of Surrey’s Centre for Aerodynamics and Environmental Flow. The group conducts world-class research in experimental and computational fluid dynamics, with globally leading output in computational fluid mechanics, environmental fluid mechanics, turbomachinery and wind energy.
Our researchers also regularly collaborate with key players in industry, including Rolls-Royce, Dstl and Jaguar Land Rover. We also host the Rolls-Royce University Technology Centre in Thermo-Fluid Systems and the UK Engineering and Physical Sciences Research Council’s Centre for Doctoral Training (CDT) in Micro- and NanoMaterials and Technologies.
Projects
Eligibility criteria
Open to any UK or international candidates. Up to 30% of the University of Surrey funded studentships may be awarded to international students. Find out more about eligibility.
How to apply
Applications should be submitted via the Aerodynamic and Environmental Flow PhD programme page.
In place of a research proposal you should upload a document stating the title of the projects that you wish to apply for (up to 2) and the name of the relevant supervisor(s), together with an explanation of your motivations for wanting to study for a PhD and your reasons for selecting the project(s) you have chosen.
You must upload your full CV and any transcripts of previous academic qualifications. You should enter ’Faculty Funded Competition’ under funding type.
Studentship FAQs
Read our studentship FAQs to find out more about applying and funding.
Application deadline
Contact details
For informal enquiries, please follow the link to the project that interests you. You will then be able to contact the relevant project supervisor.

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