Mechanical Engineering - PhD

The School of Engineering offers research-led degrees in a wide range of research disciplines in a highly stimulating academic environment.

The Mechanical Engineering Group in School of Engineering offers a PhD programme in Mechanical Engineering. The duration for PhD programme is three years.

This PhD research-led degree in the Mechanical Engineering Group will allow you to undertake cutting-edge projects in advanced fields of Mechanical Engineering. These research fields include:

• computer aided design (CAD),
• failure of materials and structures,
• computational fluid dynamics (CFD),
• automation and manufacturing,
• risk and reliability,
• industrial maintenance,
• robotics and autonomous systems,
• and digital mechanics

Funding your studies
We're here to help you find the best financial support available through postgraduate scholarships, research funding and loans, so you can focus on your studies.
Study support
Our expert teaching staff are leading researchers at the very forefront of their fields who use innovative teaching methods to provide you with high level supervision for your research project. Their guidance, combined with extensive facilities and support staff ensures you will get the most from your study.
Research
Kent is a leading research university, meaning that you will be informed about new discussions and developments by the people making them. This means your work will have real potential to make a difference.

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