Who we're looking for

Background and entry requirements

We welcome applications from graduates who have, or expect to obtain, a good degree (first class or upper second) in a relevant discipline, such as physical, earth or environmental sciences, or an appropriate branch of engineering. If in doubt, please ask us.

Residence requirements

To be eligible to get a stipend from a Doctoral Training Grant, students must demonstrate a relevant connection with the UK, usually established by being ordinarily resident for a period of three years immediately before the date of application for an award.

Ordinarily resident means not wholly or mainly resident for the purpose of full-time education. A relevant connection may be established for a student who is an EU national if the student has been in full-time education in the UK throughout the three years preceding the start date of their PhD or masters course.

If you have a relevant connection to an EU country other than the UK, you are not eligible for a stipend but the University can pay your fees from a Doctoral Training Grant.

How to apply