PhD / MPhil Materials, Design and Manufacturing at University of Liverpool

Programme overview

This PhD programme offers the opportunity to contribute to world-leading research in materials, design and manufacturing, with strong industrial, clinical and academic collaborations. Researchers tackle global challenges through interdisciplinary innovation, from atomic-scale materials to advanced manufacturing technologies. The PhD programme in the Department of Materials, Design and Manufacturing Engineering offers a dynamic and collaborative research environment, empowering postgraduate researchers to address complex engineering challenges.

Faculty: Faculty of Science and Engineering | Duration: 3-4 years full-time; 6-7 years part-time | Study mode: full-time; part-time also available | Intake: Year round | Location: Liverpool, England, United Kingdom

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Application information

Entry requirements

The typical entry requirement is an Honours degree in an Engineering, Physical Sciences or Computer Sciences subject at a level of: Bachelor’s degree only – 1st Class Integrated master’s degree – 2:1 or above Master’s degree – Pass. Bachelor’s degree outcome irrelevant. Each application is assessed individually to reflect your qualifications with respect to the requirements for each individual programme.; English language: IELTS 6.5 overall, with no component below 5.5

Domestic applicants: GBP 5,238 a year (2026/27). full-time Source

International applicants: GBP 25,350 a year (2026/27). full-time; £25,350 or £32,200 per year depending on the research project (higher rate for laboratory-based projects), confirmed in the offer letter Source

Intake: Year round

Duration: 3-4 years full-time; 6-7 years part-time

Apply through the official page: https://theuniversityofliverpool.my.site.com/

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