Overview

Context of On Analysis and Design of Submerged Wave Energy Devices project at University of Dundee

Submerged wave energy devices are desirable due to (i) protection from the impact of breaking waves, (ii) elimination of visual and surface disturbances, (iii) their consistent performance under waves with different directions, and (iv) their simple energy production mechanism.

An oscillating submerged body consists of a submerged, horizontal disc that oscillates in the vertical direction due to the surface waves.

A wave carpet is an elastic plate that deforms due to the wave loads, and it can potentially extract the entire wave energy.

In both devices, the disc oscillations and its deformation are transferred into electricity by use of a power take-off system. These submerged devices also function as a wave breaker to mitigate the severe impact of ocean waves on coastal areas.

Programme Structure

This will be achieved by

conducting laboratory experiments in a dedicated wave flume on wave interaction with the energy devices, and
by use of two theoretical approaches, namely the nonlinear shallow-water wave equations, and an open source Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) software, OpenFOAM. Extensive tutorials will be provided on first learning the theories before applying them to this problem.

Key information

Duration

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

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2025-05-01 00:00:00

Application deadline not specified.
Starting 2025-09-16 00:00:00

Application deadline not specified.
Starting 2026-01-13 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-10-31 00:00:00

Language

English

Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

Civil Engineering & Construction General Engineering & Technology View 60 other PhDs in Civil Engineering & Construction in United Kingdom

Academic requirements

GPA

Upper Second Class

English requirements

We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.

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

We partnered with Aon to provide you with the best affordable student insurance, for a carefree experience away from home.

Get your student insurance now

Starting from €0.53/day, free cancellation any time.

Remember, countries and universities may have specific insurance requirements. To learn more about how student insurance work at University of Dundee and/or in United Kingdom, please visit Student Insurance Portal.

Other requirements

General requirements

You should have an honours degree at 2.1 or above, and/or a Masters degree in a relevant discipline.

IELTS 6.5

Tuition Fee

To always see correct tuition fees

International

26570 GBP/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 26570 GBP per year during 36 months.
National

4786 GBP/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 4786 GBP per year during 36 months.

Living costs for Dundee

787 - 1494 GBP /month

Living costs

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

In order for us to give you accurate scholarship information, we ask that you please confirm a few details and create an account with us.

Loading

Scholarships Information

Below you will find PhD's scholarship opportunities for On Analysis and Design of Submerged Wave Energy Devices.

Available Scholarships

You are eligible to apply for these scholarships but a selection process will still be applied by the provider.

About