PhD (technical research project)
Cranfield University, Cranfield
Overview
A three-year full-time research PhD at Cranfield for projects that use its technical infrastructure, agreed with a supervisor, ending in a thesis and viva voce examination.
Highlights
- Fixed research intake dates through the year
- Supervisor-led programme with research training
- Thesis assessed by viva voce
Entry requirements
- Academic
- A UK first or second class honours degree in a relevant subject, or an equivalent international qualification.
- English language
- IELTS 6.5 overall and 5.5 in all skill components, as set out in the general entry requirements; some courses need a higher score.
Working after you graduate
Bachelor's and master's graduates on a Student visa may apply in the UK for the Graduate visa: two years if applying by 31 December 2026, or 18 months if applying on or after 1 January 2027.
Checked on 10 October 2026. Official source.