135 PhD programmes in Materials Science in Europe

The Materials Science and Nano Engineering degree from Sabanci University focuses on developing synthetic and biological polymers, ceramics and metals. 

The doctoral program in In situ Microscopy with Electrons, X-rays and Scanning Probes at Friedrich-Alexander-Universität Erlangen-Nürnberg (FAU) combines, for the first time, three pillars of nanocharacterization into a structured research training group.

The research in Process Metallurgy at Luleå University of Technology is particularly but not exclusively focused on the early stages of litigation by one ore into metal, and issues related to recycling of wastes and secondary raw materials mineral/metals.

The Materials Engineering programme offered by Swansea University provides an excellent base for doctoral research with main strengths in aerospace materials, environmental materials and steel technology.

Given the wide number of international collaborations of the Faculty members, it is foreseen that part of the PhD Materials for Sustainable Development students at Tor Vergata University of Rome research activities will be carried out in foreign Universities or research Centers.

Step into the realm of advanced research and academic excellence with Sorbonne University's Institutes and Initiatives Doctor of Philosophy program. Elevate your scholarly pursuits at a globally recognized institution committed to pushing the boundaries of knowledge. Sorbonne University welcomes you to embark on a transformative journey through our distinguished doctoral program.

The Materials Engineering programme from Politecnico di Milano provides high educational opportunities to young talents and executives who intend to become proactive researchers and professionals skilled in the design, production and application of both traditional and innovative materials.

The 2D Materials of Tomorrow from University of Cambridge students are expected to have produced original work making a significant contribution to knowledge in the field of 2D materials.

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.

The Technology of Polymer Materials from Slovak University of Technology in Bratislava knows scientific methods of research and development of new macromolecular materials on the basis of synthetic or natural polymers focused on development of novel polymer materials with new structure and new properties. 

The area of biomaterials science and dental technology covers many biomaterials for operative dentistry, prosthodontics, endodontics, orthodontics, and oral surgery, plus research on orthopaedic bone cements. The Biomaterials Science and Dental Technology program is offered by The University of Manchester.

Metallurgical and Materials Engineering from University of Porto promotes the excellence, in terms of qualification, of its graduates, preparing them for a sustainable employability.

The Inorganic Technologies and Materials from Slovak University of Technology in Bratislava graduate is able to plan the research work and make individually decision on solving complex technological problems in the field of inorganic technology including waste management. 

At the Bilkent University, we offer our graduate students a phd programme degree in Materials Science and Nanotechnology.

The Materials Science and Mechanical Engineering  course from Abdullah Gül University (AGU) aims to provide a comprehensive, interdisciplinary research perspective in both materials sciences and mechanical engineering.

The International Max Planck Research School for Chemistry and Physics of Quantum Materials program at the Max Planck Institute for Chemical Physics of Solids is a tri-institutional collaboration of the university, Technische Universität Dresden and the University of St Andrews.

The Biomaterials research programme at The University of Manchester covers an exciting area of research in the Department focusing both on fundamental understanding of interactions between man-made materials and biological tissues and the development of useful applications. 

The Materials Science and Technology PhD at the University of Padua is a three-year programme that aims at training at international level young researchers in the most advanced fields of science and engineering of innovative materials at the forefront of science and technology.

The Materials programme offered by Imperial develops advanced research expertise in materials science and engineering, enabling students to create innovative solutions for energy, transport, electronics, healthcare, and environmental challenges through interdisciplinary investigation.

At the University of Nottingham, we offer our graduate students a phd programme degree in Materials Engineering and Material Design.