Funded PhD Studentships at the EPSRC Centre for Doctoral Training (CDT) in Offshore Wind Energy Sustainability and Resilience at University of Sheffield 2026

Funded PhD Studentships at the EPSRC CDT in Offshore Wind Energy Sustainability and Resilience

The University of Sheffield, through the EPSRC Centre for Doctoral Training in Offshore Wind Energy Sustainability and Resilience, offers fully funded PhD studentships for the 2026 intake. These awards provide full tuition fees and an annual stipend of £20,780, increasing in line with EPSRC guidelines in subsequent years.

Eligibility

• Applicants must have a strong academic background in fields such as Biology, Chemistry, Computer Science, Earth Science, Engineering, or Environmental Science.
• Candidates must meet the EPSRC’s academic entry requirements and demonstrate a passion for contributing to the sustainable growth of the offshore wind sector.
• Applications are welcome from UK students with diverse academic and professional experiences.

Application Process

• Applications are open on a rolling basis for PhD studentships beginning in September 2026.
• Interested candidates should visit the official CDT website for more details and to submit their application.

Benefits and Value

• The EPSRC CDT offers fully funded scholarships covering tuition fees and providing a stipend of £20,780 per annum (subject to progression).
• This funding will increase in line with EPSRC guidelines in subsequent years.

Apply now: https://www.sheffield.ac.uk/postgraduate/phd/projects