Funded PhD Studentship in Energy-Efficient, Anti-Bacterial Coatings for Electric Car Air Conditioning, UK

  •  PhD
  •  Applications accepted all year round
  •   United Kingdom
  • $$  Fully funded (stipend £21,237/year plus additional contributions)

Join a transformative PhD program at UCL’s Department of Electronic and Electrical Engineering. This fully funded research opportunity, in partnership with Jaguar Land Rover, explores multifunctional nanosurfaces for next-generation automotive air conditioning systems. Candidates with strong backgrounds in engineering, chemistry, or physics are encouraged to apply.

Applicants must hold or expect to achieve an excellent degree in Electronic Engineering, Materials Engineering, Chemistry, Physics, or related disciplines. Candidates should demonstrate expertise or interest in materials engineering, nanotechnology, or device physics, along with skills in materials characterization and data analysis.The University College London (UCL) is one of the world’s leading multidisciplinary universities, renowned for its excellence in research, teaching, and innovation. Located in the heart of London, UCL combines a rich academic tradition with a commitment to addressing global challenges. With over 200 years of history, the university offers a wide range of programs across diverse fields, fostering collaboration and creativity among its students and faculty.

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Funded PhD Studentship in Energy-Efficient, Anti-Bacterial Coatings for Electric Car Air Conditioning, UK Founded in 1826, University College London is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the urban setting of the metropolis of London (population range of over 5,000,000 inhabitants). Officially accredited and/or recognized by the Privy Council, University College London (UCL) is a very large (uniRank enrollment range: 35,000-39,999 students) coeducational higher education institution. University College London (UCL) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor degrees, master degrees, doctorate degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study matrix below for further details. This 193 years old higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic record and grades. International students are welcome to apply for enrollment.

Eligibility Criteria

  • Eligible Countries: Students from all nationalities are eligible to apply.
  • Acceptable Course or Subjects: The scholarship will be awarded in the area of Energy-Efficient, Anti-Bacterial Coatings for Electric Car Air Conditioning, in partnership with Jaguar Land Rover.
  • Admissible Criteria: To be eligible, applicants must:
  • Hold or expect to achieve a degree in Electronic Engineering, Materials Engineering, Chemistry, Physics, or a related discipline.
  • Have expertise or interest in materials engineering, nanotechnology, device physics, or related fields.
  • Demonstrate knowledge in materials characterization, nano-biointerfaces, and data analysis.
  • Meet the entry requirements for the UCL PhD program in Electronic and Electrical Engineering (MPhil/PhD).

Offered Benefits

  • Stipend: £21,237/year (adjusted for inflation).
  • Funding: Travel and consumables allowance.
  • Access to world-class research facilities at UCL and Jaguar Land Rover (JLR).
  • Hands-on industry-relevant experience in automotive technology innovation.

Application Process

  • Applications must be submitted using the UCL postgraduate study online application form.
  • Address the application to Prof Ioannis Papakonstantinou, indicating interest in the project.
  • Informal inquiries can be made to Prof Ioannis Papakonstantinou at .
  • Ensure to read the funding details and PhD entry requirements carefully before applying: EPSRC Doctoral Training at UCL.
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