PhD in Engineering
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Welcome to Norwich
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WHAT ENGINEERING TOPICS CAN I RESEARCH?
Our research interests span a wide array of cutting-edge topics, including:
- Electrical Machines and Power Electronics
- Energy Storage and Conversion
- Graphene and Advanced Materials
- High-Resolution Drop-on-Demand Printing Technology
- Intelligent Energy Buildings
- Multiscale Fluid Mechanics and Heat Transfer
- Optical Fibre Sensors and Biosensors
- Optimisation-Driven Design and Computational Mechanics
- Solar Energy and Photovoltaics
Do you have a specific research topic in mind that isn’t listed here? Contact one of our academics (see the research group list below) to discuss your ideas. We’re always eager to collaborate and design projects tailored to your interests.
WHAT PHD OPTIONS ARE AVAILABLE?
We offer two types of PhD degrees in Engineering:
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PhD
- 3 years of research followed by up to 1 year to write your thesis.
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PhD by Publication
- Awarded based on a collection of peer-reviewed works you’ve already published.
The PhD is available in full-time and part-time formats.
Learn more on our Postgraduate Qualifications page.
HOW TO APPLY?
For the PhD, you can:
- Apply for a specific project – Explore available projects here.
- Propose your own project – Choose a primary supervisor and submit a research proposal.
We recommend contacting one of our academics (see the research group list below) who share your research interests. They’ll assist you in drafting a compelling proposal.
Ready to get started?
START YOUR APPLICATION
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
- A UK upper second-class undergraduate honours degree or a master’s degree, or equivalent.
- For details on the PhD by Publication, including specific requirements, visit our Postgraduate Qualifications page.
ENGLISH LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS
If English is not your first language or your country is not on the UKVI list of English-speaking countries, you may need to provide proof of proficiency. See this page for more details.
APPLICATION DEADLINES AND START DATES
- Specific projects: Deadlines vary, see individual listings.
- Propose your own project: Open year-round.
Start dates: 1 October, 1 February, or 1 June.
FEES AND FUNDING
- Specific projects: May include funding.
- Self-proposed projects: You’ll need to arrange your own funding.
Home/UK students may qualify for a Doctoral Loan.
For full details, visit our Fees and Funding page.
NOT READY TO COMMIT TO A PHD?
If a PhD feels too ambitious right now, consider our MSc by Research in Engineering as a stepping stone.
MEET OUR ACADEMIC STAFF
Our academics form six specialised research groups within the School of Engineering, Mathematics and Physics. Explore their expertise to find the right supervisor for your project: