Applications are invited for a full-time PhD studentship in the School of Engineering and Informatics, University of Sussex. Successful applicants will work on the project, “Control of Waste Heat Recovery System in Heavy Duty Truck Dr Bao Kha Nguyen” under the supervision of Dr Bao Kha Nguyen.

Course Level: Studentship is available for pursuing PhD programme.

Study Subject: This studentship focuses on modelling and control of waste heat recovery systems used to capture the heat from the exhaust and coolant of internal combustion engines in heavy-duty trucks to produce some forms of usable mechanical or electrical work.

Scholarship Award: £14,553 tax-free stipend plus a fee waiver to the UK/EU amount

Scholarship can be taken in the UK

Eligibility: The scholarship includes a three-year stipend at a standard rate (currently £14,553 per annum) and, in addition, fees at the UK/EU rate. Since the scholarship only covers fees at the UK/EU rate, overseas applicants are kindly requested to state in their application how they propose to cover the difference between UK/EU and overseas fees.

Nationality: UK/EU and international students are eligible to apply.

College Admission Requirement

Entrance Requirement: Applicants must have previous degree.

Test Requirement: No

English Language Requirement: Applicants whose first language is not English are usually required to provide evidence of proficiency in English at the higher level required by the University.

How to Apply: Apply through the postgraduate application system of the University of Sussex, selecting a PhD in Engineering, clearly state the title of the studentship on your application and specify Dr Bao Kha Nguyen as your preferred supervisor.

Application Form

Application Deadline: The closing date for applications is September 24, 2017.

Scholarship Link