PhD with Rolls-Royce in Future Propulsion and Power

1 week ago


Loughborough, Leicestershire, United Kingdom Loughborough University Full time

The fully funded studentship in Future Propulsion and Power is a 4-year programme: 1-year master's leading to the MRes in Future Propulsion and Power at Cambridge University, followed by a 3-year PhD project at Loughborough University.

Our projects focus both on the detail of key technologies and on the integrated nature of the gas turbine as a whole. This programme will teach the skills, and provide the necessary environment, to develop research that delivers both academic excellence and maximum industrial impact. You will be part of the Loughborough Rolls-Royce University Technology Centre (UTC), widely recognised as a world leading research centre, taking part in the development of modern aero-engines - working in a dynamic and highly competitive environment.

The UTC is based in the National Centre for Combustion and Aerothermal Technology (NCCAT), a multi-million-pound development acting as the UK's primary hub for research focusing on the development of future low emission aerospace combustion systems, reducing the environmental impact of aircraft, with opportunities for wider exploitation beyond aerospace.

PhD projects will be developed during year one (MRes at Cambridge), which will be relevant to current and future technologies being developed by Rolls-Royce, with whom we work closely. Loughborough has a specific track record of research excellence in gas turbine aerothermal processes, one of the three major components of turbomachinery (compressor, combustor and turbine).

CDT students will benefit hugely from the network of experts and portfolio of skills they have built up at the heart of the CDT.

Funding Details

Funding Minimum: UK (fully funded) and Int (part funded)

Additional Funding Information

Tuition fees cover the cost of your teaching, assessment and operating University facilities such as the library, IT equipment and other support services. University fees and charges can be paid in advance and there are several methods of payment, including online payments and payment by instalment. Fees are reviewed annually and are likely to increase to take into account inflationary pressures.

We offer a tax-free stipend of £22, /24 rate) per annum, plus tuition fees (UK rate), to those who are eligible to pay UK fees. A limited number of places may be available to international students, covering fees (UK rate), plus a stipend. UKRI funding will not cover international fees. The fee difference will have to be met through other sources. To qualify for a full award, applicants must meet the EPSRC eligibility criteria.

A tax-free stipend of £22, /24 rate) per annum



  • Loughborough, Leicestershire, United Kingdom Loughborough University Full time

    The Rolls-Royce University Technology Centre in Combustion System Aerothermal Processes (UTC) and the National Centre for Combustion and Aerothermal Technology (NCCAT) is looking to recruit a Research Associate in Future Gas Turbine Combustion Systems.This is a full time post on a fixed term contract for 18 months.Please follow the link for further details.


  • Loughborough, Leicestershire, United Kingdom Loughborough University Full time

    DC Microgrids (MG) can connect various renewable generators and energy storage and play a vital role in the goal of reaching Net Zero.The overall management of a DC MG relies on reliable communication and information flow between power electronic interfaces. Dual modulation of power and data is an emerging technology for DG MGs, where data is transmitted on...


  • Loughborough, Leicestershire, United Kingdom Loughborough University Full time

    DC Microgrids (MG) can connect various renewable generators and energy storage and play a vital role in the goal of reaching Net Zero.The overall management of a DC MG relies on reliable communication and information flow between power electronic interfaces. Dual modulation of power and data is an emerging technology for DG MGs, where data is transmitted on...

  • PhD Studentship

    5 days ago


    Loughborough, Leicestershire, United Kingdom Loughborough University Full time

    This collaborative PhD opportunity is supported by the 3Pillars Project which is a not-for-profit Charitable Incorporated Organisation (CIO). 3Pillars Project launched a new 5-year strategy to grow and share their work in summer 2024. In addition, they were granted £300,000 by the National Lottery Community Fund to deliver their GAMEPLAN intervention over...


  • Loughborough, Leicestershire, United Kingdom Loughborough University Full time

    Climate change is a prominent, real-world, ongoing event that can cause high feelings of stress and anxiety in people. It is an ongoing challenge to try and reduce our digital carbon footprint, at both an individual and organisational level, which cumulatively has a huge impact on climate change. Digital decarbonisation provides a real-world strategy that we...


  • Loughborough, Leicestershire, United Kingdom Loughborough University Full time

    Climate change is a prominent, real-world, ongoing event that can cause high feelings of stress and anxiety in people. It is an ongoing challenge to try and reduce our digital carbon footprint, at both an individual and organisational level, which cumulatively has a huge impact on climate change. Digital decarbonisation provides a real-world strategy that we...


  • Loughborough, Leicestershire, United Kingdom Loughborough University Full time

    Department - Loughborough: Mechanical, Electrical and Manufacturing EngineeringSecondary Department - Loughborough: PhysicsClosing date of advert: 5th July 2024Start date: October 2024Full-time/part-time availability: Full-time 3.75 years, Part-time 7.5 yearsName of primary supervisor/CDT lead: Prof Michael Henshaw (Doctoral Centre Lead)Name(s) of secondary...


  • Loughborough, Leicestershire, United Kingdom Loughborough University Full time

    An exciting PhD opportunity jointly funded by the UK Research and Innovation Council and Sellafield Ltd is available in the Advanced Materials Modelling Group at Loughborough University. This will involve modelling of special nuclear materials to understand better the role of gases during storage. Safe and secure long-term storage of nuclear waste is...


  • Loughborough, Leicestershire, United Kingdom Loughborough University Full time

    An exciting PhD opportunity jointly funded by the UK Research and Innovation Council and Sellafield Ltd is available in the Advanced Materials Modelling Group at Loughborough University. This will involve modelling of special nuclear materials to understand better the role of gases during storage. Safe and secure long-term storage of nuclear waste is...


  • Loughborough, Leicestershire, United Kingdom Loughborough University Full time

    An exciting PhD opportunity jointly funded by the UK Research and Innovation Council and Sellafield Ltd is available in the Advanced Materials Modelling Group at Loughborough University. This will involve modelling of special nuclear materials to understand better the role of gases during storage. Safe and secure long-term storage of nuclear waste is...


  • Loughborough, Leicestershire, United Kingdom Loughborough University Full time

    Supervisor(s)Dr Anna Rita Bennato, Loughborough UniversityDr Morakinyo Adetutu, Loughborough UniversityEnquiries email: Closes: 16 May 2024Subject areasEconomics;Physical & environmental science.Project description This study aims to investigate the pivotal role of wind turbine owners' decisions and policy alternatives for enhancing the integration of...


  • Loughborough, Leicestershire, United Kingdom Loughborough University Full time

    Supervisor(s)Dr Anna Rita Bennato, Loughborough UniversityDr Morakinyo Adetutu, Loughborough UniversityEnquiries email: Closes: 16 May 2024Subject areasEconomics;Physical & environmental science.Project description This study aims to investigate the pivotal role of wind turbine owners' decisions and policy alternatives for enhancing the integration of...


  • Loughborough, Leicestershire, United Kingdom Loughborough University Full time

    This project is sponsored by Network Rail and is an exciting opportunity to work on the degradation of masonry-lined tunnels, which pose a risk to UK railway infrastructure. This project will: (i) enhance understanding of the degradation processes; (ii) investigate inspection and condition assessment strategies; and (iii) develop modelling techniques,...


  • Loughborough, Leicestershire, United Kingdom Loughborough University Full time

    Current AI models are not designed to reuse and share knowledge. When conditions change, e.g., data distributions, locations, or platforms, retraining needs to occur from scratch. In some cases, like for foundation models or for complex robotics tasks, the process requires very large amount of data and energy. Recent advances towards lifelong learning and...


  • Loughborough, Leicestershire, United Kingdom Loughborough University Full time

    Current AI models are not designed to reuse and share knowledge. When conditions change, e.g., data distributions, locations, or platforms, retraining needs to occur from scratch. In some cases, like for foundation models or for complex robotics tasks, the process requires very large amount of data and energy. Recent advances towards lifelong learning and...


  • Loughborough, Leicestershire, United Kingdom Loughborough University Full time

    Sarcopenia is characterised by a loss of muscle strength, muscle mass, as well as low physical performance, and is now classified as a disease in its own right. Although often associated with ageing, it is also recognised as a complication of numerous other long term health conditions (e.g. chronic kidney disease) and is associated with worse clinical...


  • Loughborough, Leicestershire, United Kingdom Loughborough University Full time

    Sarcopenia is characterised by a loss of muscle strength, muscle mass, as well as low physical performance, and is now classified as a disease in its own right. Although often associated with ageing, it is also recognised as a complication of numerous other long term health conditions (e.g. chronic kidney disease) and is associated with worse clinical...


  • Loughborough, Leicestershire, United Kingdom Loughborough University Full time

    This project aims to develop advanced optical methods for measurement within the combustion environment. The project will be conducted within the state-of-the-art NCCAT labs with a focus on delivering optical temperature measurements that are applicable to aerospace gas turbines. Successful temperature measurement would provide vital information about the...


  • Loughborough, Leicestershire, United Kingdom Loughborough University Full time

    This project aims to develop advanced optical methods for measurement within the combustion environment. The project will be conducted within the state-of-the-art NCCAT labs with a focus on delivering optical temperature measurements that are applicable to aerospace gas turbines. Successful temperature measurement would provide vital information about the...


  • Loughborough, Leicestershire, United Kingdom Loughborough University Full time

    Start date: October 2024Project detailsSystems thinking and systems mapping are essential in unpacking tensions, trade-offs and dilemmas in the complex issues around digital decarbonisation and system change.As identified by the Design Council (Beyond Net Zero, 2021), effective transition to net zero and beyond requires system thinking to see how everything...