Brunel University London is pleased to announce the EPSRC DLA/Rolls Royce PhD Studentship on Prediction of Turbine Cooling Flows Using Scale-Resolving CFD. This project focuses on advancing turbine cooling technologies through high-fidelity CFD, LES, and AI methods.
Applicants must hold or expect to obtain a First-Class or Upper Second-Class Honours degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Design, Mathematics, Physics, or a related field. A Master’s degree is advantageous but not essential. Good communication skills, motivation, and the ability to work independently and collaboratively are required. Applicants must also meet the university’s English language requirements.
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( votes)Brunel University London is a leading public research university located in Uxbridge, West London, United Kingdom. Founded in 1966, it is renowned for its strong emphasis on practical, industry-focused education and innovative research. The university offers a wide range of programs across engineering, design, business, health, and social sciences, fostering creativity and real-world problem-solving.
Application Deadline: 17 October 2025
Brief Description
- University or Organization: Brunel University London
- Department: College of Engineering, Design and Physical Sciences
- Course Level: PhD
- Award: Varies
- Access Mode: Online application submission (via email)
- Number of Awards: NA
- Nationality: UK students (Home) and International
- The award can be taken in: United Kingdom
Eligibility
- Eligible Countries: All countries
- Acceptable Course or Subjects: The scholarship will be awarded for PhD research in Engineering, Computer Science, Design, Mathematics, or Physics related to turbine cooling and CFD modelling.
- Admissible Criteria: To be eligible, applicants must meet the following criteria:
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Hold or expect to receive a First-Class or Upper Second-Class Honours degree (2:1) in a relevant discipline (Engineering, Computer Science, Design, Mathematics, Physics, or a related field).
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A Postgraduate Master’s degree is advantageous but not required.
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Demonstrated ability to identify and model fundamental flow features using CFD methods.
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Experience with Fortran, C, C++, Python, or Matlab is beneficial.
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Strong motivation, independence, and communication skills are essential.
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Meet the English language requirements:
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IELTS: 6.5 (min 6.0 in each area)
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TOEFL: 90 (min 20 in all)
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Pearson: 59 (min 59 in subscores)
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BrunELT: 63% (min 58% in all areas)
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How to Apply
Applicants must submit the following documents as a single PDF to [email protected]
Benefits
- Opportunity to collaborate with Rolls Royce on real-world engineering challenges
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Access to High-Performance Computing (HPC) and advanced CFD tools
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Mentorship and training within a world-leading engineering research environment at Brunel University London.
