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We are looking for applicants that have the potential to do great research and contribute new knowledge to Acoustics. But we also want applicants who have a broader interest in sound and who want to join and collaborate across a diverse community of researchers. We will provide you with access to bespoke training and specialist laboratories to support your individual research and develop the core skills to make a difference in your future career.

Two students working on a loudspeaker in an anechoic chamber

We are currently accepting PhD applications from home students starting this autumn.

List of funded PhD Projects
Application Process

What is funded?

The CDT provides fully-funded PhD positions. This includes:

  • A stipend based on the standard UKRI rate. For 2025/2026 this is £20,780.
    • A small number of enhanced stipends for widening participation are available. Increased value of £2,000/annum.
  • Cost of UK home tuition fees.
    • A small number of places will fund international fees (the number we can offer is restricted by the funder).
  • Research Training Support (RTS), which covers costs of carrying out research such as lab consumables, travel to conferences, access to facilities etc.
  • Free access to the CDT’s cohort training such as summer schools. We cover travel and subsistence costs.

Eligibility

Academic Qualifications

  • A 2.1 or better in a relevant undergraduate degree or a relevant masters degree.
  • Must be in Engineering, Physics, Mathematics, Computer Science, Audiology, Psychology, Environmental Science, Architecture or another subject with relevance to your research topic.

Only applicants eligible for home tuition fees can apply.

Timeline

  • Application deadline:  25 April 2025
  • Interviews and CDT offers: May 2025
  • Application to host university begin: May 2025

Application process

More details and forms here.

Questions?