Funded research
Cranfield is third in the UK for the impact of its mechanical, aeronautical and manufacturing research. We received a strong result in the Agriculture Unit of Assessment with 85% gaining international status and 40% of that research being deemed of an internationally excellent standard*. We are one of the UK's top five research intensive universities**. Applied Sciences is a major contributor to these positions. We offer exciting research opportunities with funding up to £18,500 per annum, together with your tuition fees paid***. These include EngD,PhD, MPhil, MSc by Research and Cranfield Junior Research Fellowships.
Automotive and Motorsport
There are currently no studentships available in this area.
Environment and Resource Management
- PhD studentship - Site Specific Land Management based on Proximal Soil Sensing
- MSc by Research - Erosion risk assessment of Iron-ore waste from Simandou Mine, Guinea, Africa
Manufacturing
- MSc by Research/MPhil- Development of high precision surfaces using multi-axis grinding
- MSc by Research - Simulation modelling research with Corus
- PhD studentship - Service cost modelling
Materials
- PhD studentship - Microfluidic health care devices - design and assembly of modular polymer-based systems
- PhD studentship - End-to-end integrated vehicle health management system
Microsystems and Nanotechnology
- PhD studentship - Novel chemical and physical methods for producing nano-materials for multi-layer micro-devices
- PhD studentship - Micro-moulded, microfluidic components for medical, biochemical and energy use
Offshore
There are currently no studentships available in this area.
Precision Engineering
There are currently no studentships available in this area.
Water
- PhD studentship - Photocatalytic degradation of natural organic matter
- MTech Water Processes - Sustainable nutrient removal technology evaluation
- EngD studentships for research in the water sector
Welding
In addition to studentships for specific projects, we also welcome applications from candidates with First or Second class UK Honours degrees (or their international equivalent) who are interested in undertaking research.
* In relation to the 2008 Research Assessment Exercise (RAE).
** Research income as a percentage of turnover.
***Conditions apply - For further information view the individual research opportunity.
