Overview

We offer a Design Engineering degree at the Imperial. Our academics and researchers have strong links with industrial, government and charity sectors with expertise and interests ranging from the design of complex systems to that of platforms, artefacts, consumer products and experiences.

Features

Imperial is a great place to work, being in the heart of London, surrounded by commercial organisations, innovation hubs and industry, museums, concert halls, places to eat and drink: an exciting meeting place for people from around the world.

Programme Structure

Research

Your Research Plan (RP) needs to be completed 9 – 12 Weeks after your start date. It should be no more than 2 pages of A4 and should also include a Gantt chart.

You will need to send your RP to your Supervisor. They will informally discuss it with you and confirm whether or not they believe it is ready for assessment. They may suggest changes at this stage.

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 36 months
Part-time
- 60 months

Start dates & application deadlines

You can apply for and start this programme anytime.

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

92

Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

General Engineering & Technology View 117 other PhDs in General Engineering & Technology in United Kingdom

Academic requirements

GPA

Upper Second Class

English requirements

TOEFL^® IBT

92

Student insurance

Make sure to cover your health, travel, and stay while studying abroad. Even global coverages can miss important items, so make sure your student insurance ticks all the following:

Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
Liability
Home contents and baggage
Accidents
Legal aid

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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 Fee

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International

28600 GBP/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 28600 GBP per year during 36 months.
National

7030 GBP/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 7030 GBP per year during 36 months.

Living costs for London

1137 - 2157 GBP /month

Living costs

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

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Available Scholarships

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