PhD Engineering

PhD researchers form an integral part of our Research Environment working across a broad spectrum of research areas. From computational modelling, through to production and characterisation of nanomaterials, microsensors and large composite structures, we provide state of the art facilities and technical assistance to support our researchers in conducting world-leading research. Our facilities include a broad range of managed open-access equipment that include dedicated suites for advanced materials characterisation (including TEM), rapid prototyping and additive manufacturing, microelectronics, composites (3D-woven materials), general chemistry and both tissue engineering and microbiology laboratories. Over the past decade, Engineering research at Ulster has continued to grow both in terms of scale and quality. The 2021 Research Excellence Framework has judged that 100% of our research has outstanding or very considerable impact in terms of its reach and significance. An outstanding 94% of our research was judged as world-leading or internationally excellent, with 100% of our research environment described as being conducive to producing research of world-leading and internationally excellent quality. These attributes underline Ulster as an excellent choice when considering pursuing postgraduate research studies in engineering.

Applicants should hold, or expect to obtain, a First or Upper Second Class Honours Degree in a subject relevant to the proposed area of study. We may also consider applications from those who hold equivalent qualifications, for example, a Lower Second Class Honours Degree plus a Master’s Degree with Distinction. In exceptional circumstances, the University may consider a portfolio of evidence from applicants who have appropriate professional experience which is equivalent to the learning outcomes of an Honours degree in lieu of academic qualifications.