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Overview
This Design Engineering programme offered by Imperial supports original research at the intersection of design and engineering. Candidates investigate challenges ranging from the development of complex systems to the design of artefacts, consumer products, platforms, and user experiences, contributing new knowledge through innovative research projects.
Key Facts
Researchers benefit from strong connections with industry, government, charities, and external partners, creating opportunities to explore practical and societally relevant applications of design engineering. Supported by expert supervision, students work within a collaborative environment that encourages creativity, experimentation, and the advancement of solutions to contemporary technological and human-centred challenges.
Programme Structure
Research
- Design of Complex Systems
- Platform Design
- Product Design
- Consumer Product Innovation
- Experience Design
- Human-Centred Design Engineering
- Design Innovation
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 36 months
- Part-time
- 60 months
Start dates & application deadlines
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Language
English
Duolingo English Test 125
TOEFL® IBT OR
100
PTE Academic 69
IELTS 7
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Delivered
On Campus
Campus Location
- London, United Kingdom
Disciplines
General Engineering & Technology View 91 other PhDs in General Engineering & Technology in United KingdomWhat students do after studying
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Academic requirements
GPA Upper Second Class
English requirements
Duolingo English Test 125
TOEFL® IBT OR
100
PTE Academic 69
IELTS 7
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Admission to your dream university starts with a high IELTS or PTE score. Earn your target score with E2's guided test preparation.
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Other requirements
General requirements
- Design Engineering requires higher than the minimum Imperial College entry requirements; our PhD applicants are expected to have a First Class (Distinction) Degree or equivalent at Masters level in a relevant engineering, design or scientific discipline.
- In exceptional cases where extensive research/industry experience can be demonstrated, candidates with a UK-equivalent of 2:1 (Merit) at Masters level can be considered.
Tuition Fees
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International Applies to you
Applies to youNon-residents32300 GBP / year≈ 32300 GBP / year -
Domestic Applies to you
Applies to youCitizens or residents5238 GBP / year≈ 5238 GBP / year
Living costs
London
United Kingdom
1137 - 2157 GBP / month
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
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Scholarships Information
Below you will find PhD's scholarship opportunities for Design Engineering.
Available Scholarships
You are eligible to apply for these scholarships but a selection process will still be applied by the provider.
Provided by university
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
18 May 2027
EPSRC CASE PhD Scholarship
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
30 Nov 2026
ServiceScape Scholarship
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Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
Not specified
The Aga Khan Foundation’s International Scholarship Programme
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
3500 USD
Deadline
15 Nov 2026
ACES Scholarships
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Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
Not specified
Erasmus+ - Grants for study mobility
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
28 Feb 2027
Boustany Astronomy PhD Scholarship
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
19000 GBP
Deadline
Not specified
Scholarships for PhD Students
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
6000 USD
Deadline
31 Jan 2027
Amberscholar Scholarship
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
01 Mar 2027
Voice Talent Online Scholarship
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Independent provider
Grant
10000 USD
Deadline
01 Jun 2027
The PhD Prep Fellowship
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
13 Jan 2027
Dream Chaser Scholarship
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
3000 USD
Deadline
31 Dec 2026
Scholarship for students with disabilities
Need-based
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Independent provider
Grant
22500 GBP
Deadline
Not specified
Commonwealth Shared Scholarship – University Bids
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Independent provider
Grant
1500 USD
Deadline
Not specified
The Annual IELTS from 6 to 9 Scholarship
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Independent provider
Grant
12000 USD
Deadline
11 Jan 2027
Tobacco Harm Reduction Scholarship Programme
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