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Sustainable Energy Technology PhD

University of Nottingham

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  • Qualification

    PhD/DPhil - Doctor of Philosophy

  • Location

    University Park Campus

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    01-APR-24, 01-JUL-24, 01-OCT-24, 01-DEC-24, 01-FEB-25

  • Duration

    3 years

Course summary

Research overview

PhD projects in the area of sustainable energy technology explore how new and renewable technologies may be harnessed at the scale of buildings and the wider built environment.

Research areas

Subject areas covered include:



  • combined heat power systems

  • cooling technologies

  • heat power cycles

  • energy storage

  • eco-cities/smart cities

  • sustainable building materials

  • vehicles, transport and pollution control

  • photovoltaic thermal systems; solar energy systems (e.g. solar powered cooling); wind energy

  • solar water desalination systems

  • sustainable waste management and disposal

  • clean fossil fuel and carbon capture technologies

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  • Expert staff will work with you to explore PhD career options and apply for vacancies, develop your interview skills and meet employers. You can book a one-to-one appointment, take an online course or attend a workshop.

    International students who complete an eligible degree programme in the UK on a student visa can apply to stay and work in the UK after their course under the

  • Graduate immigration route
  • . Eligible courses at the University of Nottingham include bachelors, masters and research degrees, and PGCE courses.

    Tuition fees

    Students living in United States
    (International fees)

    £ 21,500per year

    Tuition fees shown are for indicative purposes and may vary. Please check with the institution for most up to date details.

    University information

    University of Nottingham

    University of Nottingham

    • University League Table

      28th

    • Campus address

      University of Nottingham, University Park, Nottingham, Nottingham, NG7 2RD, England

    Career-boosting opportunities including internships and work placements, exchange programmes, international campuses, and entrepreneurial support.
    A range of prestigious international scholarships for high-achieving students from around the world.
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