EPSRC (Engineering and Physical Sciences Research Council)

EPSRC Centre for Doctoral Training (CDT) in Sensor Technologies and Applications - Full Studentship

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Fees (Home) , Maintenance , Other (see below)
4.0 Years (Fixed Length)
Prospective applicant
Masters, PhD
Full Time
2026/27

About

This EPSRC Centre for Doctoral Training (CDT) in Sensor Technologies and Applications in an Uncertain World (Sensor CDT) is a four-year research training programme. The Sensor CDT aims to train leaders in sensor development through an interdisciplinary, research-focused training programme. The first year is a Master's of Research (MRes), followed by three years of PhD research. More information about the Sensor CDT is available on our website.

Full studentships are available for the Sensor CDT. These cover the stipend (at the UKRI rate), fees, and a Research and Training Support Grant (RTSG).

The majority of awards are made to Home students, but up to 30% may be made to International (including EU) students. International students receiving UKRI funding are automatically eligible for the University Fee Bursary Scheme to cover the difference between the Home and International fee rates. International students are encouraged to apply for additional funding sources. Further information can be found at Postgraduate funding search or Cambridge Bursary Scheme Funding.

To be considered for this funding, Applicants must tick the box 'I wish to apply for funding' on the Application Portal and meet the eligibility criteria.

Award details

4.0 Years (Fixed Length)
Fees (Home) Maintenance Other (see below)

A Research Training and Support Grant you can use for other training costs, such as attending a conference, a secondment or project consumables.

10 (approximately)
2026/27
Yes

Subject to UKRI Terms and Conditions only, including when formal sick leave (medical intermission) or parental leave is granted.

Academic merit Other (see below)

Suitability for a research project.

CDT-funded students are expected to abide by the UKRI training grant terms and conditions. Any other requirements will be detailed in the formal offer letter.


Eligibility

Prospective applicant
Masters PhD
Full Time
56 departments/schools, See full list
Department / School
EPSRC CDT MRes + PhD in Sensor Technologies and Applications
Course

Funding is considered automatically when applying for the Sensor CDT and ticking the 'I wish to apply for funding' box on the Application Portal. For more information about the Sensor CDT's eligibility requirements, please visit our website.

Application Process

No

Key dates

Following the application deadlines published on the Sensor CDT website, applications are considered as part of a gathered field. We aim to interview shortlisted candidates within four weeks from the application deadline.

The deadline for the first round of applications will be in early January with interviews of shortlisted candidates scheduled for January and February. If places remain unfilled after the first round further application rounds will be opened and deadlines published on the Sensor CDT website.

Successful applicants that are fully EPSRC funded should expect to hear in February- April. Industrial funded students should hear back in February- May.

Last updated: 08 Sep 2025 10:36:26