Rolls-Royce Scholarship at University of Nottingham, UK 2026 | Fully Funded

Summary:

The University of Nottingham, in partnership with Rolls-Royce, is offering a PhD Studentship in Micromechanics and In-Depth Materials Analysis of Advanced Aerospace Materials Upon the Manufacturing Process.

The PhD studentship is hosted at the Rolls-Royce University Technology Centre (UTC) in Manufacturing Technology and On-Wing Technology, a state-of-the-art research environment equipped with advanced facilities for cutting-edge aerospace investigations.

The project focuses on the micromechanics and materials behavior of advanced aerospace components under manufacturing conditions.

Eligibilities:

To be considered for the Rolls-Royce Scholarship, you must:

• Have at least a first or upper-second class degree in mechanical engineering, manufacturing, materials science, or physics.

• Graduates finishing their studies in July 2025 are also eligible.

Benefits:

• The Rolls-Royce Scholarship covers the tuition fees and provides a tax-free stipend of approximately £19,237 per year for the duration of the project (three years).  

• The scholarship offers an excellent opportunity to build strong knowledge in both manufacturing and material science while building strong relationships with both academic and industrial areas at an international level.

• Scholars also get direct access to globally recognized experts at Rolls-Royce.

Deadline:

October 31, 2025

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