Brunel University Uxbridge

What you'll study

Students undertake an independent research project under supervision and join subject-relevant research groups. The programme emphasises technology development in health delivery and digital dissemination of outputs. Example PhD topics advertised by supervisors include:

• Development of a miniature capsule robot for capsule endoscopy (supervisor: Md Nazmul Huda)
• AI-enabled autonomous robots for non-disruptive inspection of utility and sewage systems (Md Nazmul Huda)
• Artificially intelligent conversational agents for education and/or healthcare (Arthur Money)
• Applications of virtual laboratories and blended learning models in electrical and electronic engineering education (Ahmed Zobaa)
• Power-distribution and renewable-energy related topics (Ahmed Zobaa) including reactive power control, harmonic mitigation and electrification strategies

Research training and transferable skills are delivered through the Graduate School and the Researcher Development Programme, covering research management, dissemination and personal development. Students also have access to library and electronic resources, specialist training in digital literacy, and dedicated research support for open access and data management.

Entry requirements

The normal UK entrance requirement is a First or Upper Second Class Honours degree (1st or 2:1). Applicants must submit a personal statement and a research statement; contacting a proposed supervisor for feedback on the research statement is encouraged. Admission includes an interview conducted by at least two academic staff (remotely or face to face).

Career prospects

Doctoral graduates are prepared for research roles in academia, industry and health-technology development. The programme highlights engagement with research groups working on sensors, digital systems, robotics and interdisciplinary engineering, which supports paths into technical research, product development, or further academic posts.

Scholarships & funding angle

The course page details research support and training rather than specific scholarships. Prospective students should explore Graduate School and university funding pages, contact potential supervisors about funded projects, and consider the careers and professional development support available during and up to three years after the PhD.