Quick Facts

Eligible CountriesAny
Host CountryUK
Area of StudyEngineering, IT, Health
Application Deadline8 January 2027
Scholarship TypeDoctorate
FundingFully Funded
Mode of StudyIn-person
ReferenceRAS-2026-2539
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About This Scholarship

The University of Manchester Rolls-Royce PhD Scholarship offers doctoral researchers an opportunity to engage in advanced engineering and technology research. Students work in an international environment combining academic study with real industrial challenges.

What This Scholarship Covers

  • Tuition fee support
  • Annual tax-free stipend
  • Research training
  • Access to university laboratories
  • Industrial research experience
  • Academic supervision
  • Industry-linked research opportunities
  • Opportunities to work with specialist research centres

Who Can Apply

  • 1 A strong academic record.
  • 2 A relevant Master's degree when the project requires one.
  • 3 A suitable background in engineering, science or another related field.
  • 4 Strong interest in research.
  • 5 Good analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • 6 Relevant technical or research experience.
  • 7 English language ability according to University of Manchester requirements.
  • 8 The ability to meet the specific project's eligibility rules.

How to Apply

1
Visit the University of Manchester postgraduate research project database.
2
Search for Rolls-Royce in the project listings.
3
Read the complete project description.
4
Check the research topic and required academic background.
5
Read the application deadline carefully.
6
Review the supervisor's research interests.
7
Prepare your research proposal.
8
Contact the supervisor when the advertisement recommends it.
9
Submit the online PhD application.

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