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PhD/DPhil - Doctor of Philosophy
University of Birmingham
Part Time
Sep 2026
2 Year
Course overview Pursue a career in Mechanical Engineering research with our PhD and drive transformative change. You'll work in an internationally recognised research environment, making innovative discoveries that address complex challenges in the manufacturing sector. Explore diverse research areas, from nanotechnology to vehicle and aero-technology, guided by top academics. You’ll cover a rich spectrum of interdisciplinary research such as biology, chemistry, medicine, physics, and psychology, unlocking numerous opportunities in both academic and industry settings. Research themes We are proud of our illustrious record in mechanical engineering research, we are ranked in the top 10 for Engineering research in the UK for GPA and 4 research (REF 2021). We have special strengths in: Advanced Manufacturing Biomedical Engineering Micro and Nanotechnology Vehicle Technology Our expertise is in applying engineering science to solve problems of industrial and societal significance.
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