Find out more about our Engineering MPhil/PhD.

P-H7A2

MPhil/PhD

3-4 years full-time;
5-7 years part-time

2 October 2023

WMG (Warwick Manufacturing Group)

University of Warwick

Be part of a diverse research community striving to push the boundaries of science and technology.

Join an international community of scholars and business leaders, renowned for their impact in academia and industry. World-leading academics will guide you to become an expert in your chosen field. You will have opportunities to attend conferences to speak about your research, where you will make valuable connections with leading academics and companies.

The PhD at WMG, University of Warwick is concentrated on a contribution to knowledge. It requires you to discover, interpret and communicate new knowledge through original research, and to present and defend research outcomes which extend across the forefront of your chosen discipline.

You will combine doctoral-level research with real industrial relevance in a department globally renowned for academic excellence, business focus, industry collaboration and impact in the competitive marketplace.

Research is at the heart of WMG. With many innovative research areas we offer a range of research degree topics so you can pursue your interests and passions. Our projects have strong links with leaders in global industry, meaning your research will be directly applicable to solve the challenges facing organisations today.

WMGs research themes

• Automation Systems

• Additive Manufacturing

• Battery Systems
• Ceramics
• Connected and Cooperative Autonomous Systems
• Connectivity and Communications Technology
• Cyber Security
• Data Science
• Digital Lifecycle Management
• Electrochemical Materials
• Energy Applications
• Engineering Materials and Assembly
• Health Informatics and Health Data Science
• Healthcare Technologies and Biomedical Engineering
• High Volume Automotive Composite Manufacturing
• Human Factors
• IV Sensors
• Laser Beam Welding
• Metrology and 3D Imaging
• Nanocomposites
• Plastics
• Power Electronics, Machines and Drives
• Secure Cyber Systems
• Steels Processing
• Sustainable Materials and Manufacturing
• Supply Chains
• Verification and Validation
• Visualisation

Full details of our research interests are listed on the WMG web pagesLink opens in a new window.

You can also read our general University research proposal guidance.Link opens in a new window

Find out more about our research areasLink opens in a new window and take a look at our current vacanciesLink opens in a new window to see the opportunities we currently have and their supervisors.

We also welcome informal enquiries, giving you the opportunity to discuss projects with supervisors to help you decide if it’s right for you.

Use the following links to find out more about our research groups and academics to contact if you are interested in a particular research area or complete our enquiry formLink opens in a new window.

• WMG ResearchLink opens in a new window
• WMG Research Degree programmesLink opens in a new window

You can also see our general University guidance about finding a supervisor.Link opens in a new window

2:i undergraduate degree and/or a Master’s degree (or equivalent) in Engineering, Computer Science, Chemistry, Physics, Mathematics or a relevant subject.
Please see individual project adverts for any further requirements.

• Band A
• IELTS overall score of 6.5, minimum component scores not below 6.0.

There are no additional entry requirements for this course.

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