PhD Engineering at University of Aberdeen

The School of Engineering provides a strongly multidisciplinary research environment, where you have the opportunity to undertake research through either full-time or part-time study, including MSc by Research, PhD or an EngD level. Our research degree programme provides thorough training in a particular subject area through original exploration and experimentation and culminating in a thesis or dissertation which sets out the conclusions of the research undertaken.

Study mode: full-time / part-time  |  Location: Aberdeen, Scotland, United Kingdom

What you will study

Research themes include Applied Dynamics and Structures Research Group, Electrical Systems and Electronics Research Group, Solid Mechanics and Materials Research Group, Fluid Mechanics Research Group, Chemical Processes and Materials Engineering Group and Centres of research excellence.

Career pathways

Our Engineering postgraduates are sought by a wide range of employers in the UK and worldwide. Many take up positions in the engineering industry, in engineering consultancy companies, and in the computing industry.

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