The Swansea University ESPRC Scholarship includes complete coverage of tuition fees and provides an annual stipend of £19,237 for a duration of four years.
The Swansea University EPSRC Scholarship, UK, is a prestigious funding opportunity aimed at supporting outstanding students pursuing postgraduate research degrees in various fields of study.
Sponsored by the Engineering and Physical Sciences Research Council (EPSRC) in collaboration with Swansea University, this scholarship provides financial assistance to exceptional candidates undertaking doctoral research programs.
The Structures Test department at Airbus is keen on ongoing development and enhancement of knowledge regarding the behavior of materials and components under cryogenic temperatures necessary for storing hydrogen in liquid form.
The existing methods for instrumenting specimens for tests conducted at cryogenic temperatures are limited.
The project will aim to develop novel approaches to enable the use of DIC during cryogenic mechanical testing and significantly advance the current instrumentation capabilities in preparation for testing the next generation aircraft.
Type: PhD
Value & Duration of Award: This scholarship covers the full cost of tuition fees and an annual stipend at £19,237 for four years.
Eligible Field of Study: Engineering
Eligible Countries: All Countries
Eligibility: To be considered for this Scholarship, you must meet the following criteria;
- hold an undergraduate degree at 2.1 level (or Non-UK equivalent as defined by Swansea University) in Engineering or similar relevant science discipline
- meet the English Language proficiency requirements of Swansea University
How To Apply for Swansea University ESPRC Scholarship
Click on “Apply here” below
- Proced to complete your application online with the following information:
- Course choice – please select Biomedical Engineering / PhD / Full-time / 3 Years / October
- In the event you have already applied for the above programme previously, the application system may issue a warning notice and prevent application, in this event, please email pgrscholarships@swansea.ac.uk where staff will be happy to assist you in submitting your application.
- Start year – please select 2024
- Funding (page 8)
- ‘Are you funding your studies yourself?’ – select No
- ‘Name of Individual or organisation providing funds for study’ – please enter ‘RS578 – Cryogenic Temperatures’
- Note that applications received without the above information listed will not be considered for the scholarship award.
Required Documents:
- Your Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- Degree certificates and transcripts (if you are currently studying for a degree, screenshots of your grades to date are sufficient)
- A cover letter including
- A ‘Supplementary Personal Statement’ to explain why the position particularly matches your skills and experience and how you choose to develop the project.
- Two references (academic or previous employer) on headed paper or using the Swansea University reference form.
- Evidence of meeting English Language requirement (if applicable).
- Copy of UK resident visa (if applicable)
- Confirmation of EDI form submission (optional)
Note:
Submission deadline is the 15TH of April 2024.
Conclusion
The Swansea University EPSRC Scholarship offers a prestigious opportunity for outstanding students to pursue doctoral research degrees with comprehensive financial support, academic resources, and professional development opportunities.
By investing in the next generation of researchers, the scholarship program aims to foster innovation, excellence, and positive societal change.
