A research-led, interdisciplinary PhD in Energy Science and Technology that prepares engineers and architects to tackle technical, environmental and economic challenges across energy systems. Suited to graduates from engineering, physical sciences, mathematics or architecture who want to specialise in renewable, nuclear, conventional energy or energy planning and management.
The programme combines core and elective coursework with research. It includes 11 core courses and 44 elective courses, arranged to support students from diverse academic backgrounds. Research directions highlighted by the Institute include renewable energy, nuclear research, conventional energy and energy planning and management.
The programme is open to candidates from a wide range of undergraduate and graduate backgrounds. Typical applicant disciplines listed by the Institute include Mechanical, Electrical, Chemical, Mining, Petroleum and Natural Gas, Civil and Environmental Engineering; Meteorology; Architecture; Chemistry; Physics; and Mathematics.
Graduates are expected to work at the intersection of technology, environment and economics in the energy sector. The doctorate aims to produce researchers, technical specialists and policy-aware engineers or architects capable of developing and evaluating energy technologies, contributing to energy planning, or pursuing academic and R&D careers focused on renewable, nuclear or conventional energy systems.
The source page does not specify funding details. Prospective doctoral candidates should consult the Institute's admissions and financial support pages or contact the Energy Institute directly for information on scholarships, assistantships and other funding opportunities.
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