Sheffield Hallam University Material Science and Engineering PhD Studentship 2026

Supported by dedicated supervisory and technical teams, this PhD offers an exciting and unique multi-disciplinary opportunity across two world-class research environments at each end of the globe. The successful applicant will receive comprehensive technical, theoretical and PhD-related training, whilst spending time at each university (up to 1 year at La Trobe University). They will develop a multitude of skills, including scientific, research, analytical methods, project management and communication, which will springboard them into an academic or industrial career, and within a wide number of potential fields.

Table of Content

• Summary
• Benefits
• Requirements
• Application Documents
• Application Deadline
• How To Apply

Summary

• Application DeadlineSeptember 29, 2025
• Study LevelPhD
• SponsorSheffield Hallam University
• City to studySheffield
• School to studySheffield Hallam University
• Course to studyEngineering , Engineering & Design , Engineering and Design , Materials
• Eligible CountryAll Countries

Benefits

This scholarship is offered for study on the joint PhD programme with La Trobe University, Australia, to start in February 2026. The scholarship provides tuition fees at UK levels and a maintenance bursary in line with guidance from UK Research and Innovation and the Living Wage Foundation (estimated at £21,393 for 2025/26) and is available for 3.5 years of full-time study. International students are responsible for paying the difference/shortfall between the home and international fee

Requirements

Skill Requirements

The project seeks skills from disciplines such as material scientists, engineers (material, manufacturing and structural mechanics) or chemists (polymer, physical or bio-). It is appreciated, this is a multi-disciplinary project encompassing different skills, and so training in areas of least experience will be provided if required. It is essential however, that the candidate has excellent project management and communication skills. You will be an innovative problem solver with the potential to lead the project.

Eligibility 

International candidates are required to provide an IELTS certificate with a score of at least 6.5 overall, and a minimum of 6.0 in all components. For further information on English Language requirements, please click here. 

For further details on entry requirements, please click here.

Application Documents

As part of your application, please upload: 

1. A cover letter detailing which project you are applying for; your suitability and eligibility for the project, and your reasons for applying 
2. Copy of your highest degree certificate 
3. Non-UK applicants must submit IELTs results (or equivalent) taken in the last two years and a copy of their passport. 

Applicants must provide 2 references, with at least one to be academic. References must be received directly from the referees. 

We strongly recommend you contact the lead academic, Dr Francis Clegg ([email protected]), to discuss your application. 

Application Deadline

September 29, 2025

How To Apply

Are you qualified and interested in this opportunity? Kindly go to Sheffield Hallam University on www.findaphd.com to apply

For more details, visit SHU Scholarship webpage