Research degrees and studentships in CACP

Full-time funded PhD places are available on the topics listed below. Click on the links to view a short abstract of the projects offered within that area. Priority will be given to applications received by 15 November 2020, although the position will remain open till a suitable candidate has been found.

• Climate Change and Extreme Events
• Extraction and Detection of Asbestos Fibres in Soil

These fully funded studentships are open to UK and EU students (who may or may not be currently resident within the UK). Applicants must hold or expect to have been awarded by the starting date, at least an upper second class BSc honours degree (or equivalent) in a relevant discipline (e.g. physics, meteorology ,atmospheric or climate science, mathematics, computer science, engineering). Holding a Masters degree (MPhys/MSc) can be an advantage as it demonstrates relevant research experience. In addition, it can support your qualifications if your BSc was a 2.2. The University also expects overseas applicants to have an IELTS (English proficiency) score of normally 6.5 or above.

Suitably qualified candidates may also register as self-funded full-time or part-time PhD students, contingent on sufficient resources being available and research staff commitments. Applications are considered on an individual basis and may be made at any time. Potential applicants should contact Prof Sugata Kaviraj, postgraduate admissions tutor, for advice on qualifications, fees, possible research projects and working arrangements. Self-funded PhD students can apply for a government loan

We also offer an MSc by Research degree which can be taken either full-time (1 year) or part-time (2 years). Students who enrol in this programme will gain training in research methods and have the opportunity to work on a substantial research project under the supervision of a member of the research staff. As with the PhD, assessment is through submission of a thesis documenting the research project and a viva voce examination. Students are responsible for the payment of fees and living expenses. The minimum entry requirement is a lower second class honours degree in degrees such as Physics, Mathematics, Meteorology, Atmospheric and/or Climate Science, Computer Science and Engineering. Entrance is not automatic at this level and we will be particularly interested in any previous research or other relevant experience that you may have. Applications are particularly welcome up until November 2020 for entry in January 2021 although applications can be made at other times. Potential applicants should contact us for advice on qualifications, fees and further information.

Find out more about our MSc Projects