Materials Science: Fully Funded EPSRC iCASE and TATA Steel PhD Scholarship: Emissivity and oxidation evolution in reheating furnace environments
Swansea University Information
Established in 1920, Swansea University is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the suburban setting of the large town of Swansea (population range of 50,000-249,999 inhabitants), Wales. Officially accredited and/or recognized by the Privy Council, Swansea University is a large (uniRank enrollment range: 15,000-19,999 students) coeducational higher education institution. Swansea University offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as pre-bachelor degrees (i.e. certificates, diplomas, associate or foundation degrees), 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 99 years old higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic record and grades. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment.
Eligibility Criteria
Candidates should hold a minimum of an upper second class (2:1) honours degree (or its equivalent) in a relevant engineering/science discipline, such as Materials Science, Chemical Engineering or Physics. A combination of qualifications and/or experience equivalent to that level may be considered at the discretion of the university.
Required experience/skills:
- Demonstratable capability to undertake and benefit from research training through to completion, to qualify for a doctorate.
- A fundamental understanding of metallic materials and their manufacturing processes.
- An appreciation for experimental test techniques and analysis methods used in materials engineering applications.
- The ability to demonstrate an understanding of the project topic, show breadth of knowledge and adapt to various subject areas.
- The ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- The ability to analyse and prepare scientific data and findings for international dissemination such as conference presentations and peer reviewed journals.
- Demonstratable initiative and independence in research planning and thinking – while being resourceful and creative.
- A willingness to travel locally (possibly nationally and internationally for conferences and collaborative working) and embed themselves in an industrial-academic setting.
We would normally expect the academic and English Language requirements (IELTS 6.5 overall with 5.5+ in each component) to be met by point of application. For details on the University’s English Language entry requirements, please visit – http://www.swansea.ac.uk/admissions/english-language-requirements/
Due to funding restrictions, this scholarship is open to UK/EU candidates only (EU nationals must have no restrictions on how long they can stay in the UK and have been ordinarily a resident in the UK for at least 3 years prior to the start of the studentship).
Offered Benefits
This scholarship covers the full cost of UK/EU tuition fees and an annual stipend of £18,500.
There will be additional funds available for research expenses.
Application Process
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Established in 1920, Swansea University is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the suburban setting of the large town of Swansea (population range of 50,000-249,999 inhabitants), Wales. Officially accredited and/or recognized by the Privy Council, Swansea University is a large (uniRank enrollment range: 15,000-19,999 students) coeducational higher education institution. Swansea University offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as pre-bachelor degrees (i.e. certificates, diplomas, associate or foundation degrees), 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 99 years old higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic record and grades. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment.