197 PhD programmes in General Engineering & Technology in Europe

The Engineering Biology programme offered by University of Oxford is a research-based course combining synthetic biology, engineering, and computing to develop real-world biotechnological solutions, with training in innovation, ethics, and interdisciplinary collaboration.

At The Faculty of Engineering from University of Southern Denmark you will get a research education at the highest international level.

The PhD Design, Manufacturing and Operations Engineering course at Tor Vergata University of Rome aims to train PhD students to understand innovative industrial technologies, theoretical, design, and methodological aspects.

At SPRU – Science Policy Research Unit, our research focuses on the direction, degree and impact of technological change. This Technology and Innovation Management programme is offered at the University of Sussex.

University of Klagenfurt offers the Technical Sciences programme. The cross-curricular courses complement the subject-specific teaching events and thus expand the range of doctoral-level classes.

The Superconductivity - Enabling Transformative Technologies programme offered by University of Oxford is part of the EPSRC Centre for Doctoral Training (CDT) on Superconductivity: Enabling Transformative Technologies and is designed to equip students with advanced skills to tackle the biggest challenges in superconductivity.

The Doctoral Degree Program in Computer Science and Engineering from University of Oulu provides you with high-quality training as a member of a unique international and multidisciplinary research environment. 

Stuttgart Media University (HdM)'s Doctor of Philosophy program is a hallmark of academic excellence, offering a unique pathway for scholars in the realm of media studies.

The Mathematical Models and Methods in Engineering programme from Politecnico di Milano e aims at training high level researchers in advanced areas of applied mathematics. Since a successful approach to practical applications depends on a deep understanding of real-world phenomena as well as on the knowledge of mathematical tools.

Graduates of Advanced Materials and Materials Design at the Slovak University of Technology in Bratislava are capable to comprehensively implement research, development, and subsequent implementation of acquired knowledge into the industry, especially in the fields of materials engineering, related engineering technologies and industrial systems management.

Engineering and Public Policy from University of Porto is a new, interdisciplinary, doctoral program focused on technological and policy issues that arise when designing, developing, regulating, implementing and managing networked infrastructures. 

Informatics Engineering from University of Madeira aims to contribute towards the creation of highly qualified researchers with the skills to carry out research projects autonomously whether in the academic context or in other economic related areas (like the business sector).

The Interdisciplinary Doctoral School programme offered by Hokkaido University develops advanced research expertise across multiple engineering, science, and technology disciplines.

Environmental Acoustics research at The Open University UK is carried out by PhD students working individually or in collaboration with the Group’s other PhD students, postdoctoral researchers and academic staff.

The Development and Tribological Testing of Omniphobic Surfaces programme offered by Cranfield University focuses on surface engineering, wear evaluation, and self-repairing coatings.

The Engineering and Engineering Trades programme offered by Heriot-Watt University develops global research professionals capable of advancing engineering knowledge through original investigation, analytical problem-solving, and sustained scholarly contribution across diverse technological fields.

Automatic Control at Luleå University of Technology comprises the analysis and synthesis of models and model-based algorithms for control, estimation, and monitoring of complex dynamic systems.

The PhD in Science, Technology and Innovation Policy programme at The University of Manchester enables you to undertake a research project that will improve understanding of the field.

The University of Padua proposes a national PhD Programme in Technologies for Fundamental Research in Physics and Astrophysics, a study track with strong multidisciplinary features, aiming to develop technological and engineering expertise and skills that are essential for fundamental research in Physics and Astrophysics.

The Electrical and Electronic Engineering PhD at University of Nottingham brings innovation in science and technology to applications ranging from the generation and use of electrical energy (including renewable energy) to high-speed information processing and pervasive computing.