The College of Mathematics and Physical Sciences at the University of Exeter is delighted to announce the PhD Studentships in Autonomous Systems for Offshore Wind O&M for the best candidates.

The educational award is available for brilliant UK and EU students who are going to enrol in the PhD degree program at the university for the academic year 2021/2022.

The University of Exeter is made up of six colleges, one of which is the College of Engineering, Mathematics, and Physical Sciences. It plays a pivotal role in four of the five key interdisciplinary research themes within the University’s Science Strategy.

Why study at the University of Exeter’s College of Engineering, Mathematics and Physical Sciences? The college will provide you with in-depth knowledge and enthusiasm for your chosen subject, as well as highly marketable skills. Via experiences such as work experience, students will be able to develop and improve these skills.

Application Deadline:  June 4, 2021

Brief Description

• University or Organization: University of Exeter
• Department: College of Mathematics and Physical Sciences
• Course Level: PhD
• Awards: £15,285
• Number of Awards: NA
• Access Mode: Online
• Nationality: UK/EU students
• The award can be taken in the United Kingdom

Eligibility      

• Eligible Countries: UK/EU
• Eligible Course or Subjects: PhD degree in Autonomous Systems for Offshore Wind O&M
• Eligibility Criteria: Applicants for this studentship must have obtained, or be about to obtain, a First Class UK Honours degree, or the equivalent qualifications gained outside the UK, in an appropriate area of science or technology.

How to Apply

• How to Apply: Applicants can apply online using this application portal, where you will be able to submit your research proposal.
• Supporting Documents: In the application process, you will be asked to upload several documents.
•  CV
•  Letter of application (outlining your academic interests, prior research experience and reasons for wishing to undertake the project).
• Transcript(s) giving full details of subjects studied and grades/marks obtained (this should be an interim transcript if you are still studying)
•  Names of two referees familiar with your academic work. You are not required to obtain references yourself. We will request references directly from your referees if you are shortlisted.
• If you are not a national of a majority English-speaking country you will need to submit evidence of your proficiency in English
• Admission Requirements: For being admitted to the university, aspirants have to meet the admission requirements of the university.
• Language Requirement: If English is not your first language you will need to have achieved at least 6.0 in IELTS and no less than 6.0 in any section by the start of the project.  Alternative tests may be acceptable (see https://www.exeter.ac.uk/pg-research/apply/english/).

Benefits

The studentship program will cover a stipend at the minimum Research Council rate, currently £15,285 per annum, research costs and tuition fees at the UK/EU rate for students who meet the residency requirements outlined by the EPSRC.

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