PhD Scholarships in Chemicals Manufacturing: The University of Nottingham and Nottingham Trent University invite applications for a series of fully funded PhD scholarships aimed at skilled applicants from STEM disciplines. The scholarships are designed to address the urgent need for sustainable chemicals manufacturing and foster multidisciplinary innovation for Net-Zero economies.
PhD Scholarships in Sustainable Chemicals Manufacturing for October 2025
Designation
PhD Scholarships (12 positions available)
Table of Scholarship Details
| Detail | Description |
|---|---|
| Research Areas | Circular Recovery, Greener CO2 Conversion, Non-Thermal Plasma Chemical Synthesis, Enhancing Sustainability in Chemical Manufacture |
| Location | University of Nottingham and Nottingham Trent University, UK |
| Funding | Fully funded 4-year scholarship covering fees, stipend (£20,780 – 25/26 UKRI rate), and Research Training Support Grant |
| Application Deadline | 28 March 2025, 5 PM |
| Interviews | April 2025 |
Research Areas
- Circular Recovery of Organics and Metals from Wastes
- Academic Mentors: Ifty Ahmed (Lead), Andrea Laybourn, Edward Lester, and others from both universities.
- Manufacturing Liquid Energy through Greener CO2 Conversion
- Academic Mentors: Darren Lee (Lead), David Robinson, Sophie Benjamin, and others.
- Non-Thermal Plasma Promoted Bulk Chemical Synthesis
- Academic Mentors: Elmar Slikboer (Lead), Georgios Dimitrakis, Demosthenes Koutsogeorgis, and others.
- Enhancing Sustainability in Chemical Manufacture
- Academic Mentors: Connor Taylor (Lead), Edward Lester, Jonathan Hirst, and others.
Eligibility/Qualification
Candidates should ideally possess:
- A minimum of an upper second-class honours degree (or equivalent) in a STEM-based subject such as:
- Chemistry, Biochemistry, Physics, Material Science, Natural Sciences, Biotechnology, Pharmacy, Chemical Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Synthetic Biology, Computational Biology/Chemistry, or closely related fields.
- A combination of a 3-year undergraduate degree in a relevant discipline along with a master’s degree and/or industry experience may also be acceptable.
Language Requirement: If English is not your first language, an IELTS score of 6.5 (with no less than 6.0 in any element) is required. Alternative qualifications are accepted.
Description
Successful candidates will engage in cutting-edge research addressing the challenges of sustainable chemical manufacturing. The PhD projects will develop innovation skills and drive technologies necessary for sustainable practices in line with Net-Zero goals. The universities are committed to fostering an inclusive study environment that encourages diversity and supports all students.
How to Apply
Interested candidates should complete the following forms:
- Application Guide 2025
- PG Reference Form
- New CDT Application 2025
Submit the completed forms to cdt-suschem@nottingham.ac.uk.
Last Date for Application
28 March 2025 – 5 PM
For further details and application process, please refer to the official university websites.
