University of Hertfordshire

PhD Mechanical Engineering

University of HertfordshireUniversity of Hertfordshire, Hatfield

Course overview

This PhD Mechanical Engineering at the University of Hertfordshire offers opportunities to pursue advanced study in Mechanical Engineering, allowing students to conduct original, substantial research. Key expertise areas for research include applied mechanics of structural integrity, surface engineering, polymer nano-composites, fracture mechanics, and advanced powertrain systems. Students conduct their research in well-equipped laboratories, with research often receiving essential funding support from industrial partners and external bodies such as EPSRC.

 

This programme is all about research, so students work closely with two expert supervisors on their chosen subject. Full-time students have two checks in their first two years to see how they are progressing; these are formal talks called vivas. To get a PhD, the student must submit a long written report (thesis) and then successfully defend it in a final viva with examiners who are experts in that field.

Key highlights

  • Research specialisms include fracture mechanics, CFD and multiphase flow
  • Further expertise in polymer nano-composites, biomaterials and surface engineering
  • Research supported by EPSRC, InnovateUK and industry grants
  • Principal and second supervisor, both experts in your topic
  • Research conducted in well-equipped labs aligned to expertise areas

Entry requirements

  • Degree: 1st — to include relevant Engineering
  • Degree: 2:1 — Strong applicants with a 2.1 qualification may also be considered.

Scholarships

  • Brian May MSc scholarship in Astrophysics by Research

    £2,000 for one year

    Up to £2,000

  • Helen Burchell Scholarship

    A scholarship of £750 is available each year to a student on the doctoral or master's programmes in the School of Education

    Up to £750

  • The University of Hertfordshire Graduate Scholarship - 20% Fee Discount for Herts Alumni

    This scholarship is to the value of a 20% tuition fee reduction.

    Up to 20% of fees

Careers this course leads to

  • Mechanical engineering research scientist
  • University lecturer in mechanical engineering
  • Postdoctoral research associate
  • Computational fluid dynamics (CFD) engineer
  • Materials and structural integrity engineer
  • Research and development engineer

Career opportunities

Graduates of PhD Mechanical Engineering from the   University of Hertfordshire pursue advanced careers in research, development, and management across a wide range of industries. The major career paths include:

 

  • Research Scientist 

  • Senior Design and Development Engineer

  • Technical Consultant

  • Engineering Project Leader

  • Advanced Powertrain Specialist

Cost of study

The tuition fee for the PhD Mechanical Engineering in the University of Hertfordshire for international Students is £17,420. The fee is subject to an annual increase.

Admission

Applications for the PhD Mechanical Engineering programme must be submitted through the University of Hertfordshire application system. For more about the application, speak to one of our trained counsellors for more information and assistance with the process. Contact the trained counsellors at AHZ.

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