University College London (UCL) invites applications for 50 fully funded 4-year PhD studentships under the UCL EPSRC Landscape Award (UELA).

These prestigious awards provide an opportunity for outstanding students to pursue cutting-edge research within the broad fields of Science and Engineering. The UELA initiative aims to support innovative research projects across all Engineering and Physical Sciences Research Council (EPSRC) themes, including areas critical to sustainable and technological advancement.

Areas of Research

Applicants can choose from over 100 research projects listed in the UELA project catalogue. These projects span multiple EPSRC research themes, including but not limited to:

• • Energy and Decarbonisation – Renewable energy systems, sustainable technologies, and climate resilience.
  • Artificial Intelligence and Robotics – Machine learning, automation, and intelligent systems.

• • Healthcare Technologies – Biomedical engineering, digital health, and medical imaging.

• • Advanced Manufacturing and Materials – Nanotechnology, smart materials, and industrial design.
  • Mathematical and Physical Sciences – Computational modelling, quantum science, and applied mathematics.

Applicants may apply for up to five projects from the catalogue, ensuring alignment between their academic background, research interests, and career aspirations.

Why Choose UCL?

UCL is one of the world’s leading universities, known for its academic excellence, global impact, and interdisciplinary research culture. Ranked consistently among the top institutions globally, UCL fosters an environment where creativity, collaboration, and innovation thrive.

Key reasons to study at UCL include:

• A strong international reputation for research and teaching in science, technology, and engineering.
• Access to world-class facilities and laboratories, supporting both theoretical and applied research.
• Opportunities to collaborate with global industry partners and research networks.
• A commitment to developing researchers with the skills, knowledge, and leadership qualities needed for academic, industrial, and societal impact.

What the Studentships Offer

Successful candidates will receive comprehensive funding and support to pursue their doctoral studies. The UELA studentships include:

• • Full Tuition Fees for 4 Years
    • Covers the full cost of study for both Home and International students.
    • International students receive a UCL award to cover the additional overseas fee.
  • Annual Stipend
    • Minimum of £23,466 for the academic year 2026/27, rising annually in line with UCL policy.

• Research Training Support Grant (RTSG)
  • £5,000 per student to cover additional costs such as specialized training, research materials, fieldwork, conferences, or travel.
• Flexible Study Options
  • Both full-time and part-time study options are available.
  • Part-time students (minimum 50% of full-time) will have the duration and stipend adjusted on a pro-rata basis.
• Diverse Project Catalogue
  • Access to over 100 projects across UCL’s Faculties of Engineering, Mathematical and Physical Sciences, and Built Environment.

Up to 15 of the 50 studentships will be awarded to international candidates, reflecting UCL’s strong commitment to global collaboration and academic diversity.

Eligibility and Selection

The UELA studentships are open to both Home and International applicants with strong academic backgrounds in relevant disciplines. Candidates should demonstrate:

• Academic excellence in a related undergraduate or master’s degree.
• Research potential and alignment with one or more EPSRC research themes.
• Motivation to engage in high-impact scientific or engineering research.

• Applicants must submit their applications through the online application forms available on the UCL EPSRC Landscape Award website.

  Application Steps:

  1. 1. Review the UELA Project Catalogue to identify up to five projects of interest.
     2. Prepare the required application materials, including academic transcripts, a personal statement, and reference letters.

   

  1. 1. Submit the application before the deadline of 13:00 (UK time) on January 5, 2026.

   

  1. Ensure all required documents are uploaded in the specified format; incomplete or late applications will not be considered.