Are you holding Master’s degree and looking for fully funded PhD positions? Nottingham University, Nottingham, England invites online application for multiple funded PhD Programs / fully funded PhD positions in various research areas.
Candidates interested in fully funded PhD positions can check the details and may apply as soon as possible. Interested and eligible applicants may submit their online application for PhD programs via the University’s Online Application Portal.
1. Fully Funded PhD Position in Improving recovery from pneumonia after hospitalisation
Summary of PhD Program:
The PhD project is clinically focused towards improving the recovery of patients who survive an episode of pneumonia. Pneumonia is a common illness that results in over 100,000 hospital admissions per year in the UK. Following hospital treatment for pneumonia, 55% of patients visit their GP within 30 days of discharge from hospital while 15% are readmitted to hospital within 30 days of discharge. Symptoms from pneumonia commonly persist for over 6 weeks following initial treatment. Despite the high morbidity experienced and described by patients, there is very little research into how to improve patient care during recovery from pneumonia.
Application Deadline: 05 August 2025
2. Fully Funded PhD Position in Health economic evaluation of community acquired pneumonia in the UK
Summary of PhD Program:
Pneumonia is a common illness that results in over 100,000 hospital admissions per year in the UK. Following hospital treatment for pneumonia, 55% of patients visit their GP within 30 days of discharge from hospital while 15% are readmitted to hospital within 30 days of discharge. Despite the high morbidity experienced and described by patients, there are few interventions that are currently in place to support recovery. To determine how to best intervene in a cost-effective way, we need up to date cost estimates and quality of life for patients who have pneumonia treated both in the community and in hospital.
Application Deadline: 05 August 2025
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3. Fully Funded PhD Position in Improving reliability of medical processes using system modelling and Artificial Intelligence techniques
Summary of PhD Program:
This project would investigate commonly observed deviations in healthcare service and opportunities for identification of such deviations using computer vision approaches. It will demonstrate how deviation data can be used in computer-based simulation models, which are used to evaluate effects of deviations and to support decisions. It will focus on investigating how deviation data can be used in real time decision-making process, how accepting patients and staff are for such technologies and what integral role they should play in evaluating and ensuring an uptake of such technologies.
Application Deadline: Open until filled
4. Fully Funded PhD Position in Obsolescence modelling for railway signalling and telecoms
Summary of PhD Program:
This project proposes to develop an obsolescence modelling framework for asset management of railway signalling and telecoms systems. It will consider how old-technology items should be replaced by new generation of items whilst ensuring system safety and efficiency. Whole-life cycle costs and sustainability of the proposed replacement approaches will form an integral part of the proposed multi-objective optimisation approach. Such a methodology should help asset managers and system operators to make practical decisions regarding the technological obsolesce of telecoms under real-world uncertainties.
Application Deadline: Open until filled
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5. Fully Funded PhD Position in Synthesis and Processing of Novel Biomaterials, in partnership with Haleon
Summary of PhD Program:
The project will be conducted in close collaboration with an industrial partner, Haleon, who are a world-leading manufacturer of consumer health products. This project is part of strategy to deliver better everyday health for humanity. As such, it will provide a range of experiences in synthesis of polymeric molecules, development of routes towards a larger-scale processing and for industrial collaboration in development of formulations with Haleon to translate the work into products that deliver care. There will be the possibility of research placements of up to a month in the partner institution’s laboratories.
Application Deadline: 31 July 2025
6. Fully Funded PhD Position in Autonomous Bioactivity Searching
Summary of PhD Program:
This 42-month funded PhD studentship will contribute to cutting-edge advancements in automated drug discovery through the integration of high data-density reaction/bioanalysis techniques, organic synthesis, laboratory automation & robotics and machine learning modelling. This exciting project involves the application of innovative methods such as high-throughput experimentation to expediate the syntheses (and bioanalysis) of life-saving pharmaceuticals. The subsequent data will then be used to populate machine learning models to predict which molecules to synthesise next, to maximise the binding affinity of the molecules to a target protein.
Application Deadline: 01 August 2025
7. Fully Funded PhD Position in AI-Driven Zero Carbon Energy Systems – Solar Forecasting, Grid Intelligence, and Community Integration
Summary of PhD Program:
The contribution of PV energy to the electricity generation mix continues to grow. Installed capacity in the UK in 2020 was 13.4 GW and is expected to increase to 40 GW by 2030. Accelerating the adoption of solar energy will present significant challenges to the electricity transmission and distribution system, as solar power is not dispatchable and therefore its incorporation as a major element of the generation mix requires the accurate prediction of solar energy production.
Application Deadline: 01 August 2025
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8. Fully Funded PhD Position in Digital Metal with BAE Systems (Enhanced Stipend) Solid-state Additive Manufacturing of Nickel Aluminium Bronze alloys
Summary of PhD Program:
This applied research project will aim to study the deposition of Nickel Aluminium Bronze (NAB) alloy with a relatively new family of solid-state Additive Manufacturing technologies, such as Cold spray. The nature of the process utilising low heat input and severe plastic deformation, produces ultra-refined microstructure exhibiting improved physical and mechanical properties. The main objective of this project will be to develop a mechanistic understating of the microstructural evolution of the Additive Manufacturing processed NAB material and any post-processing requirements to match and/or exceed the properties of traditional cast/heat-treated NAB.
Application Deadline: 01 August 2025
9. Fully Funded PhD Position in Artificial Intelligence for Building Performance – Optimising Low-Pressure Airtightness Testing
Summary of PhD Program:
This exciting, fully-funded PhD opportunity invites applications from candidates with a robust foundation in data science, modelling, and/or engineering, and a keen interest in deploying data analysis and artificial intelligence (AI) to solve real-world problems in the built environment. The project will advance the capabilities of Pulse, an innovative low-pressure airtightness testing technology co-developed by the University of Nottingham and Build Test Solutions Ltd (BTS). This is a fantastic opportunity to work towards a PhD whilst working with both academia and industry. We are looking for a self-motivated student, with an inquiring mind who would revel in pushing the boundaries of technology.
Application Deadline: 31 August 2025
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10. Fully Funded PhD Position in Characterisation of thin sheet and foil material behaviour for aerospace forming applications
Summary of PhD Program:
This studentship will attract a stipend of £20,480 for four years. The position arises from an engineering research relationship developing between the University of Nottingham and ITP Aero UK. The studentship will be hosted at the Institute for Aerospace Technology at the University of Nottingham and the candidate will sit within a community of PhD students at various stages of their study. The project will involve significant interaction with ITP Aero UK and will involve co-supervision with an industrial supervisor and it is also expected that the student will spend some time at the ITP Aero Hucknall site throughout the PhD.
Application Deadline: 31 August 2025
11. Fully Funded PhD Position in Failure Analysis of Composite Sleeves for Surface Permanent Magnet Electrical Machines
Summary of PhD Program:
The reliability of electric propulsion systems is pivotal for next-generation energy and aerospace solutions. In particular, surface-mounted permanent magnet electrical machines are pushing performance boundaries. A major challenge is the structural integrity of the carbon-fibre reinforced polymer (CFRP) sleeves used to contain the rotor’s magnets, which are prone to failure under extreme rotational stresses.
Application Deadline: 06 October 2025
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12. Fully Funded PhD Position in Design and Manufacturing of Soft Robots for Performing On-Wing Inspection of Aero-Engines
Summary of PhD Program:
This project aligns with Rolls-Royce’s technical needs for developing soft robotic solutions to enable in-situ/on-wing repair and maintenance of gas turbine engines. Applicants are invited to undertake a fully funded three-year PhD programme in partnership with Rolls-Royce to address key challenges in soft robotics for locomotion and manipulation in confined spaces. The successful candidate will be based at the Rolls-Royce University Technology Centre (UTC) in Manufacturing and On-Wing Technology at the University of Nottingham.
Application Deadline: 31 October 2025
13. Fully Funded PhD Position in Mechatronics system for hybrid manufacturing processing
Summary of PhD Program:
Rolls-Royce University Technology Centre (UTC) in Manufacturing and On-Wing Technology, The University of Nottingham. Applicants are invited to undertake a three-year PhD programme in partnership with industry to address key challenges in on-platform manufacturing engineering. The successful candidate will be based at the Rolls-Royce University Technology Centre (UTC) in Manufacturing and On-Wing Technology at the University of Nottingham.
Application Deadline: 31 October 2025
14. Fully Funded PhD Position in Laser Beam Processing of Aerospace Materials
Summary of PhD Program:
The project will deal with the study of a new laser processing method to enable in-situ surface treatment and repair of safety-critical rotating parts and further understand the correlation between surface quality, metallurgical characteristics and functional performance of the components and the key process parameters. The project will deal with the design of special process setups, testing its working principles and performances followed by an assessment of the part quality; this will involve the development of laser beam processing on specific aerospace materials, and a model to understand the fundamental mechanisms of the process to identify optimal operating conditions and followed by surface analysis techniques (e.g. Scanning electron microscope, X-ray diffraction for residual stress measurements, Electron Back-Scattered Diffraction and Transmission Electron Microscopy).
Application Deadline: 31 October 2025
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15. Fully Funded PhD Position in Intelligent Sensing and Robot Control for Performing On-Wing Inspection and Repair of Aero-Engines
Summary of PhD Program:
At the Rolls-Royce UTC at the University of Nottingham, we have developed robotic systems capable of navigating into crammed/hazardous environments and perform inspection and active operations such as machining. This is driven by the need to complete repair tasks without disassembly of industrial installations. We developed a series of continuum robots in both short and long versions.
Application Deadline: 31 October 2025
16. Fully Funded PhD Position in Design and simulation of stiffness-adjustable robotic systems for performing on-wing repair of aero-engines
Summary of PhD Program:
This project aligns with Rolls-Royce’s technical needs to develop automated and hybrid tooling solutions for in-situ/on-wing repair and maintenance of gas turbine engines. At the Rolls-Royce UTC, we have developed advanced robotic systems capable of navigating cramped and hazardous environments, performing inspection tasks, and carrying out active operations such as machining. These innovations are driven by the need to complete complex repairs without disassembling industrial installations.
Application Deadline: 31 October 2025
17. Fully Funded PhD Position in Micromechanics and in-depth materials analysis of advanced aerospace materials upon the manufacturing process
Summary of PhD Program:
The project will deal with the micromechanics and in-depth materials analysis of advanced aerospace materials upon manufacturing operations to understand the materials’ response to the manufacturing process to efficiently support the manufacture of aerospace components. This will involve using a wide range of sophisticated testing and analysis techniques including not only the study of the conventional manufacturing process of advanced aerospace materials but also the state-of-the-art materials investigation such as scanning electron microscope (SEM), X-ray diffraction (XRD), electron backscatter diffraction (EBSD), transmission electron microscope (TEM) and in-situ micromechanics.
