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254 PhD programmes in Materials Science

Engineering: Mechanics, Materials and Advanced Manufacturing
The wide ranging research degree of Engineering: Mechanics, Materials and Advanced Manufacturing from Cardiff University incorporates cutting edge research which fosters innovation and sustainability, supports social and economic development, and contributes to improvements in health and quality of life by ensuring the safety and best performance of materials and structures.

Metallurgy
Metallurgical research at the Brunel Centre for Advanced Solidification (BCAST) is at the forefront of the field, making it one of the most prominent and influential groups globally. We offer a Metallurgy degree at the Brunel University of London.

Engineering Materials
The study of Engineering Materials at the University of Surrey bridges the gap between the physical sciences, where understanding of atomic and molecular phenomena helps explain fundamental behaviours, and engineering structures, where practical applications of such phenomena are realised.

Renewable Materials
The PhD/MPhil Renewable Materials postgraduate programme is being offered by the Bangor University, within the School of Natural Sciences.

Developing conductive polymer nanocomposites for resilient, self-sensing 3D printing (Materials Engineering)
The Developing conductive polymer nanocomposites for resilient, self-sensing 3D printing (Materials Engineering) doctoral candidate position is available in the Civil Engineering Faculty, the Department of Steel and Composite Structures at VILNIUS TECH.

Materials Engineering
The Materials Engineering programme from Kaunas University of Technology is a double degree programme with the University of Bologna, Italy. PhD students of this programme have a possibility to attain Doctor Europeus certificate in partnership with PCAM (Physics and Chemistry of Advanced Materials Network)

Materials and Fluid Flow Modelling
Undertake doctoral studies in the highly-regarded Materials and Engineering Research Institute (MERI), joining a thriving academic community in the Materials and Fluid Flow Modelling at Sheffield Hallam University.

Digital Transformation of the Metals Industry
Digital Transformation of the Metals Industry at University of Birmingham is combining deep technical research with industry-focused digital skills.

Geospatial Engineering
The Geospatial Engineering MPhil, PhD programme from Newcastle University aims to foster, promote and conduct research of international quality. We attract high-quality graduates and researchers and train them to international standards.

Nanosciences and Nanotechnology
The Nanosciences and Nanotechnology student degree of Universidade de Aveiro aims to understand, control and manipulate the matter at a nano-scale (typically from 1 to 100 nm) where unique physicochemical and biological phenomena take place, which can be explored in new applications.

Materials Science and Engineering
The Doctoral Program in Materials Science and Engineering degree of Universidade de Aveiro aims to respond to the present and future demands of the industry, promoting the circular economy, resource efficiency, sustainable economic and industrial growth

Materials and Energy
The School of Chemistry from Cardiff University has developed a particular strength in Materials and Energy, with a research group dedicated to this exciting area of study. As part of the Materials and Energy programme, students can conduct their research within this group.

Advanced Composites
This Advanced Composites programme from University of Bristol is a four-year postgraduate research programme, which integrates an industry relevant research project with a taught programme in technical subjects related to composites materials, design, mechanics and manufacturing, as well as business skills and transferable skills training.

Metallurgy and Materials
Advance your career in materials science and engineering research by collaborating with internationally renowned partners within the Metallurgy and Materials Science course at University of Birmingham.

Mechanisms of Phase Transformation and Stabilization in Calcium Aluminate Cement Systems via Multi-Scale Additive Integration
The Mechanisms of Phase Transformation and Stabilization in Calcium Aluminate Cement Systems via Multi-Scale Additive Integration doctoral candidate position is available in Civil Engineering faculty of Vilnius Gediminas Technical University, Faculty of Civil Engineering Laboratory of Composite materials at VILNIUS TECH.

Laser Treatment Strategies for Enhancing Strength and Fatigue Resistance of Thin-Sheet Low-Carbon Steels (Materials Engineering)
The Laser Treatment Strategies for Enhancing Strength and Fatigue Resistance of Thin-Sheet Low-Carbon Steels (Materials Engineering) doctoral candidate position is available in the Faculty of Mechanics, Department of Mechanical and Materials Engineering at VILNIUS TECH.

Ceramics, Glasses and Polymers (Part-time)
Conduct an extensive study into ceramics, glasses and polymers within the internationally-recognised Materials and Engineering Research Institute (MERI) in the Ceramics, Glasses and Polymers (Part-time) course at Sheffield Hallam University.

Materials Engineering
This Materials Engineering PhD programme from Newcastle University includes the development, specification and engineering applications of new and existing materials.

Micro- and NanoMaterials and Technologies
The Micro- and NanoMaterials and Technologies programme of the University of Surrey is a four-year doctoral programme for researchers who aspire to important leadership positions in industry. Study combines industrially relevant research with taught courses, and it gives you the opportunity to work closely with one of our industrial partners.

Structural Integrity
Brunel University of London has partnered with the National Structural Integrity Research Centre to provide an opportunity for students to undertake in-depth research in combination with the industrial experience of TWI across the varied disciplines essential to structural integrity.