Complex Integrated Systems for Defence and Security Centre for Doctoral Training (iPhD and EngD)

By tackling some of the biggest challenges facing modern society, our work is helping to improve lives worldwide. In the most recent Research Excellence Framework 2021, 100% of our research impact is recognised as world-leading or internationally excellent.As a PhD student you'll be supported by a team of academic supervisors who'll be on hand to guide your research and provide advice. Working alongside our world-class team of researchers means you'll be working on cutting-edge research and pioneering solutions.We'll provide you with the grounding you need to become a successful researcher. You'll benefit from both technical and personal training. You'll also be able to develop your skills further through placements in industry, mentoring, attending conferences and presenting your work.Most of our research projects have strong links with industry so you'll be able to conduct experiments at a variety of facilities to ensure your research has real world impact.Main areas of researchOur research areas include:acousticsaerodynamics and flight mechanicsastronauticsbioengineeringcomputational engineering and designdynamicsenergy and climate changeenergy technologyengineering materials and surface engineeringinfrastructuremaritime engineeringmechantronicsnational centre for advanced tribology at Southampton (nCATS)signal processing audio and hearingtransportationwater and environmental engineeringPursue an iPhD or EngD across the breadth of the MOD science and technology portfolio at the University of Southampton.Address the complex integrated systems research challenges, spanning across physical, digital and biological systems.Supporting applicants from all career stages including those from diverse and non-traditional backgrounds, transferring from military to civilian job roles to those working in the D&S sector and recent university graduates.