University of Greenwich

PhD Engineering - Research

University of Greenwich

Course overview

The PhD in Engineering - Research at the University of Greenwich is a 3-4 year full-time programme designed for students who wish to pursue original, in-depth research under expert supervision. Students first register for the MPhil programme and, after a successful review at the end of their first year, move on to PhD registration.

 

The study will focus on a specific research topic aligned to one of the faculty’s research groups.  As part of the programme, students will participate in the Postgraduate Researcher Development Programme (PGRDP), which offers both mandatory and elective training sessions, workshops, and seminars to support skill development, while benefiting from excellent facilities, including Engineering laboratories and strong industrial connections.

Assessment is by submission of a written thesis and a viva-voce examination with a panel chair,  external, and internal examiners. The supervisory team provides regular feedback, meeting formally every two weeks and via annual reviews by a faculty committee. This programme is based at the Medway Campus, the Department of Engineering hosts around 50 MPhil and PhD students across seven research groups, and comprehensive training from the Research and Enterprise Training Institute (RETI) will be provided throughout the studies.

Entry requirements

Suitable applicants for the PhD Engineering - Research course at the University of Greenwich will be required to attend an interview, submit a detailed Research proposal, provide a Curriculum Vitae (CV), a personal statement, provide 2 academic or professional references, and also identify and contact a potential PhD supervisor.

Grade Requirements:

  • Applicants require at least an undergraduate honours degree with a minimum of a second class upper (2:1) or equivalent, or a Master’s degree with a minimum of 60% overall (or equivalent) in a relevant discipline.

  • Candidates who do not meet these criteria but have significant professional experience may be considered, subject to approval by the Associate Dean for Research and Knowledge Exchange and the programme leader. 

English Language requirements:

International applicants from non-English speaking backgrounds need to meet one of the following English proficiency requirements:

  • An overall IELTS 6.5 with a minimum of 6.0 in each skill.

  • International Baccalaureate English A; Grade 4.

  • International Baccalaureate English B; Grade 5.

  • PTE Academic: 63 with no less than 51 in each skill.

  • TOEFL IBT: 82 overall with no less than: Reading:18, Listening:17, Speaking:20, Writing:17. 

Scholarships

  • David Fussey Choral Exhibition Bursary

    The bursary is worth £1,000 per year for up to three years. Winners will be expected to perform a number of duties.

    Up to £1,000

  • International Hardship Fund

    The maximum award is £1,000 per academic year.

    Up to £1,000

  • International Scholarship Award

    International students who hold an offer to study at the University of Greenwich could receive a tuition fee discount worth up to £3,500 in their first year.

  • Mister Gees Foundation Bursary

    We are grateful to the Mister Gees Foundation, who are sponsoring a bursary worth £5,000 to a student enrolled on MSc Water, Waste and Environmental Engineering.

    Up to £5,000

  • The Global Greenwich Bursary

    A scholarship of up to £2,000 paid to students who are undertaking their first approved study abroad Programme at the University of Greenwich.

  • Uni Toolkit Scholarship

    This is a £1000 cash bursary paid in your first year of study to students from our local school.

    Up to £1,000

  • Visionary Scholarship

    We can offer two cash scholarships worth £5,750.

    Up to £5,750

  • William Hills Scholarship

    The William Hills Bursary offering three students £5,000 each year for the duration of their 3-year BEng Mechanical Engineering degree including extended programmes.

    Up to £5,000

Career opportunities

Graduates of the PhD in Engineering - Research from the University of Greenwich can pursue careers such as:

  • Research and Development Engineer

  • University Academic Lecturer

  • Consultant in Infrastructure or Manufacturing

  • Technical Specialist in Engineering firms

  • Innovation Manager 

Cost of study

The tuition fee for the PhD in Engineering - Research in the University of Greenwich is £17,975 for international students.

Admission

You can apply directly through the university's online application portal. For personalised help with your application, please speak to one of our trained counsellors.

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