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Fully Funded PhD and MSc Opportunities at Cranfield University

Explore fully funded postgraduate research opportunities in engineering, digital twins, and sustainable technologies at Cranfield University.

Best for:Best for engineering and applied science graduates seeking fully funded PhD or research master's positions in the UK.

Cranfield University · Cranfield, United Kingdom · R1 · First-stage researcher
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Deadline
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Funding
Stipend
£24.5k/yr
Start date
Flexible / Fall 2026
Full-time
Location
Cranfield
United Kingdom

Overview

Cranfield University offers multiple fully funded doctoral and master's research positions across various engineering and applied science departments. The available projects address critical global challenges such as renewable energy transition, smart agricultural storage, and sustainable water treatment systems. Successful candidates will work within multidisciplinary research environments alongside leading academic supervisors and industry partners. Applicants are expected to conduct rigorous laboratory or computational research and contribute to next-generation technological innovations.

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What you'll do

  • Conduct independent laboratory experiments and pilot-scale testing to support research objectives.
  • Develop physics-informed models, algorithms, or digital twin frameworks.
  • Collaborate closely with industrial partners and academic team members.
  • Analyze experimental and real-time monitoring data to evaluate system performance.
  • Disseminate research findings through peer-reviewed publications and conference presentations.

Requirements

Degree required: Bachelor's or Master's degree in a relevant engineering, computing, or science discipline

Degree offered: PhD

Language: English; standard university proficiency requirements apply

Instruction: English

Required skills
  • Strong background in engineering, applied science, or computational modelling
  • Demonstrated ability to perform data analysis and experimental work
  • Good communication and technical writing skills
Nice to have
Prior experience with digital twins or AI applicationsExperience working with industrial partners or collaborative projects
Eligibility
  • Eligible for UK Home tuition fees or international funding terms depending on the specific project scheme

Funding & terms

Type
Stipend
Amount
£24.5k/yr
Duration
3-4 years
Programme
EPSRC Doctoral Landscape Awards / Horizon Europe
EU-FUNDEDEPSRC and European Union

How to apply

Deadline: 2026-08-26

Review the specific project details and requirements via the provided online portal links. Prepare all necessary application documents including academic transcripts and a CV. Submit your application online through the Cranfield University admissions system before the respective project deadline.

Documents required
  • CV
  • Academic transcripts
  • Cover letter
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Contact

Lab
School of Water, Energy and Environment
Cranfield University
EPSRC Doctoral Landscape Awards / Horizon EuropeUnited Kingdom
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