Take the next step in your career by joining International PhD Studentship in Electrical Properties and Performance of Conducting Polymer Composites at Brunel University London (BUL) for the academic session 2024/2025.
The primary aim of this PhD program is to deepen the understanding of electrical conductivity in composite materials and to leverage this knowledge to enhance manufacturing quality and composite performance. The studentship focuses on the electrical properties and performance of conducting polymer composites, providing a unique opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge research in this field.Application Deadline: 31 May 2024
Brief Description
- University or Organization: Brunel University London (BUL)
- Department: Brunel Composites Centre
- Course Level: PhD
- Award: Annual stipend of £16,000 (international applicants) or £19,214 (home candidates) plus full-time tuition fees for 36 months
- Access Mode: Online
- Number of Awards: NA
- Nationality: International and home candidates
- The award can be taken in: United Kingdom
Eligibility
- Eligible Countries: All
- Acceptable Course or Subjects: The scholarship will be awarded in any subject offered by Brunel University London, specifically within the realm of Electrical Properties and Performance of Conducting Polymer Composites.
- Admissible Criteria: To be eligible, applicants must meet the following criteria:
- Have or be expected to receive a first or upper-second class honours degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Design, Mathematics, Physics, or a similar discipline.
- Experience in electromagnetics characterisation and modelling is advantageous.
- Demonstrate proficiency in IT literacy, including Excel and databases.
- Evidence of independent, original research.
- Proven experience with composite materials and their applications.
- Proficiency in multi-physics finite element (FE) modelling, including electrical and structural modelling using commercial software.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
How to Apply
Applicants should submit the following documents in ONE PDF file by Noon on 31 May 2024 to :
- Up-to-date CV
- Personal statement (300 to 500 words) summarising background, skills, and experience
- Undergraduate/Postgraduate Master’s degree certificate(s) and transcript(s)
- Evidence of English language skills to IELTS 6.5 (or equivalent, 6.0 in all sections), if appropriate
- Contact details for TWO referees, one of which can be an academic member of staff in the College
Benefits
Applications are invited for a PhD studentship for the Successful international applicant will receive an annual stipend of £16,000 plus payment of their full-time international tuition fees for a period of 36 months (three years). Home candidate will receive the annual stipend of £19,214 plus payment of their full-time home tuition fees for a period of 36 months (three years).
Established in 1966, Brunel University London is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the suburban setting of the large town of Uxbridge (population range of 50,000-249,999 inhabitants), London. Officially accredited and/or recognized by the Privy Council, Brunel University London is a large (uniRank enrollment range: 10,000-14,999 students) coeducational higher education institution. Brunel University London 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 53 years old higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on students' past academic record and grades. The admission rate range is 60-70% making this UK higher education organization a somewhat selective institution. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment.