EPSRC Centre for Doctoral Training in Fusion Power
The EPSRC Centre for Doctoral Training in Fusion Power offers fully funded 4-year PhD studentships in Materials Science, Plasma Physics, and related fields. Open to all nationals, the application deadline is 10 August 2026.
Eligible Degrees
Doctorate (PhD)
Eligible Nationalities
Canada, Germany, Netherlands, France, Singapore, Australia, New Zealand, United States, Ireland, United Arab Emirates
Destination
United Kingdom
Eligible Courses
Materials Science, Plasma Physics, Magnetic Confinement Fusion, Inertial Fusion Energy, Instrumentation & Diagnostics, Computational and Theoretical Physics
University
University of Sheffield International College, The University of Sheffield
EPSRC Centre for Doctoral Training in Fusion Power Scholarship
The EPSRC Centre for Doctoral Training in Fusion Power provides fully funded four-year PhD research studentships. These awards cover tuition fees and provide a stipend at the standard UKRI rate. The scholarship supports study in fields including Materials Science, Plasma Physics, Magnetic Confinement Fusion, Inertial Fusion Energy, Instrumentation & Diagnostics, and Computational and Theoretical Physics.
Eligibility Criteria
- Applicants should have a strong academic background in physics, engineering, materials science, or related fields.
- The program is open to applicants from all backgrounds, with emphasis on encouraging diversity and increasing participation from underrepresented communities in fusion.
- Flexible and part-time study options are supported when possible.
Application Process
Applications for the Fusion Power PhD program should be made through the official Fusion CDT website.
Value/Benefits
The EPSRC Centre for Doctoral Training in Fusion Power offers fully funded 4-year PhD studentships that cover tuition fees and provide a stipend at the standard UKRI rate.
This scholarship is open for: Open to all nationals. The deadline for application is 10 Aug, 2026. Apply here.
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