12 Fully funded 48-month PhD studentships in a range of STEM disciplines available at our new EPSRC CDT in Resilient Chemistry
Scholarships available to start October 2025
We invite suitably qualified and highly motivated applicants from STEM disciplines to apply for a series of multidisciplinary PhD scholarships hosted by the University of Nottingham and Nottingham Trent University.
In partnership with leading industrial stakeholders, we are launching a new collaborative approach to PhD projects. Our PhD projects will develop skills targeting the urgent need in transition to sustainable chemicals manufacturing. Our projects will define the next generation of multidisciplinary innovators driving the technologies and chemistries needed for Net-Zero economies.
Successful candidates will benefit from a fully funded 4-year scholarship, which includes: fees, stipend (25/26 UKRI rate) and Research Training Support Grant.
For 2025 entry, a limited number of studentships funded by UKRI (EPSRC) are available to international students, in accordance with current UKRI guidance.
Find out more and how to apply visit: https://reschem-nottingham-cdt.ac.uk/apply/
CDT Training Programme
Our students will undertake a 4-year PhD programme, where the first year offers the opportunity to access a balanced combination of core and research theme training activities. Our core training is designed to equip students with knowledge and tools related to the broader aspects of their research such as sustainability, entrepreneurial skills, and responsible research and innovation, and will include a wide range of workshops focusing on professional skills, career development and wellbeing. Research theme training will focus on topics specific to each of the three themes. The programme is delivered through a combination of lectures, workshops, group activities and lab sessions.
The first year of this PhD opportunity involves a student-focused and individually tailored programme of technical and laboratory training courses and workshops, designed to provide the students with the skills and confidence required for a successful PhD project. With the support of their academic mentors, the students are also provided with a unique opportunity to design and develop their research projects.
Over the remaining three years, whilst working on their research projects, students will continue to receive cross-disciplinary training and research and will be presented with a wide range of additional training opportunities tailored to support them at the different stages of their PhD cycle.
Application criteria
Ideally, candidates will hold one of the following:
- A minimum of an upper second-class honours degree from a 4-year undergraduate course, or equivalent in Chemistry, Biochemistry, Physics, Material Science, Natural Sciences, Biotechnology, Pharmacy, Chemical Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Pharmacy, Synthetic Biology, Computational Biology/Chemistry or a related subject
- A 3-year undergraduate course in one of the above disciplines plus a Master’s degree and/or at least one year’s experience in industry
The Centre would particularly welcome enthusiastic and highly motivated applicants with a strong academic curiosity and strong aptitude for research. Applicants should be committed to working in cross-disciplinary teams and be passionate about working towards a more sustainable future.
If English is not your first language
If English isn't your first language, you will also need to meet the relevant English language requirements. An IELTS score of 6.5 (no less than 6.0 in any element) is required, although we also accept alternative qualifications.
The University of Nottingham and our CDT are committed to providing an inclusive study environment for all students. We welcome applications from candidates from different backgrounds and protected characteristics, including those from BAME backgrounds.
We offer flexibility in provision of student support including disability support plans and mechanisms to accommodate those with caring responsibilities including maternity and paternity leave. To veiw our Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Statement, plese click here.
Deadlines:
Application deadline: 20 December 2024 – 5pm
Interviews: To take place before 31 January 2025
