PHD STUDENTSHIP: SHIP DESIGN: Fully-funded PhD studentship to research, develop, and apply state-of-the-art optimisation and machine learning methods to problems within ship design, encompassing hull, powertrain, and internal designs.
PHD STUDENTSHIP: AI AND OPTIMISATION IN SHIP DESIGN
Designation: PhD Studentship
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Funding Amount | £20,780 stipend per annum |
| Hours | Full Time |
| Placed On | 15th December 2025 |
| Closes | 5th January 2026 |
| Reference | 5794 |
| Partner Institution | Mari-UK, University of Newcastle and BMT Ltd |
| Travel | The successful candidate will be willing to travel to partners within the UK (e.g. Newcastle and Bath) as part of their studies. |
Research Area: AI and Optimisation in Ship Design, Computer Science, Computational Approaches to Engineering, Maritime
Location: Exeter, UK
Eligibility/Qualification:
- Interest in computer science and/or computational approaches to engineering applied to the maritime topic.
- Suitable for UK, EU, and International Students
Description: The PhD will focus on researching, developing, and applying state-of-the-art optimisation and machine learning methods to address challenges in ship design, driven by the move towards more sustainable shipping and changing regulations. The research will cover hull, powertrain, and internal designs.
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Last Date to Apply: 5th January 2026
