Two fully-funded PhD opportunities in the United Kingdom are approaching their application deadlines, with one closing on September 29, 2026, and the other on September 30, 2026.
The scholarships are available at the University of Warwick and the University of Leeds. Their research areas cover steelmaking, materials engineering, numerical computing, and computer science.
Both positions provide financial support for doctoral study and are scheduled to begin in 2027.
UK PhD Scholarships 2026 Details
| Scholarship | University | Research Area | Funding | Deadline | Start |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PhD Studentship in Nitrogen Behavior in EAF Steelmaking | University of Warwick | Materials Engineering / Steelmaking | Full UK tuition + UKRI-rate stipend | September 29, 2026 | January 2027 |
| School of Computer Science Scholarship – Mixed Precision | University of Leeds | Computer Science / Numerical Linear Algebra | Full academic fees + £21,805 annual maintenance grant | September 30, 2026 | February 2027 |
University of Warwick PhD Studentship
The University of Warwick is offering a PhD studentship through Warwick Manufacturing Group (WMG) to study nitrogen behavior during Electric Arc Furnace (EAF) steelmaking.
The project will examine how nitrogen enters and behaves in molten steel during the EAF process. Researchers will use laboratory experiments, thermodynamic analysis, kinetic modelling, and computer simulations to study the issue.
The project also involves Tata Steel UK and focuses on improving steel quality while supporting cleaner steel production.
Funding and Benefits
The studentship covers full UK tuition fees and provides a tax-free UKRI-rate stipend for four years.
PhD students will also have access to WMG research laboratories, analytical equipment, and computational facilities. Working with Tata Steel UK will provide exposure to industrial research and steelmaking challenges.
Eligibility
Applicants should have a strong academic background in metallurgy, materials science, chemical engineering, mechanical engineering, or a related discipline.
The scholarship listing gives a minimum GPA of 3.3. Candidates should also have an interest in steelmaking, process metallurgy, computational modelling, or sustainable manufacturing.
The listed English requirements are IELTS 7.5 or TOEFL iBT 108.
The eligibility information provided for this studentship lists UK and selected European countries, so applicants should check the nationality and fee-status requirements carefully before applying.
Required Documents
Applicants should prepare the required academic and supporting documents, including:
- Academic transcripts
- Degree documents
- Essay
- Two recommendation letters
The position is scheduled to begin in January 2027.
University of Leeds PhD Scholarship
The University of Leeds School of Computer Science Scholarship 2025/26: Mixed Precision offers one fully-funded PhD position in the project “Mixed precision methods for numerical linear algebra at exascale.”
The research focuses on numerical algorithms that use different levels of precision to improve the performance and energy efficiency of scientific computing.
Work under the project will cover numerical linear algebra, mixed-precision computing, high-performance computing, and modern hardware accelerators. The research may also contribute to scientific software libraries such as SLEPc and MAGMA.
The project is supervised by Dr Massimiliano Fasi and may involve collaboration with researchers at the University of Leeds, Rutherford Appleton Laboratory, and Environment and Climate Change Canada.
Funding and Benefits
Successful candidates will receive a tax-free maintenance grant of £21,805 per year for 3.5 years.
The scholarship also covers full academic fees. Students can gain research experience in scientific computing, numerical algorithm development, and high-performance computing while working with researchers in the field.
Eligibility
The opportunity is open to UK and international fee-rated applicants.
Suitable academic backgrounds include applied mathematics, computational mathematics, computer science, physics, and engineering. Applicants should also have basic programming experience in C, C++, Julia, MATLAB, or Python.
Knowledge of numerical linear algebra is useful but is not listed as essential.
The scholarship listing gives a minimum GPA of 3.5 and an IELTS requirement of 6.5.
Required Documents
Applicants should submit:
- Detailed CV
- Motivation letter
- Publication list
- Names and email addresses of two references
The PhD is scheduled to start in February 2027.
Research Areas
The two opportunities cover different areas of doctoral research.
The Warwick project focuses on nitrogen behavior in EAF steelmaking, process metallurgy, materials engineering, thermodynamics, and sustainable steel production.
At Leeds, the research centers on mixed-precision computing, numerical linear algebra, scientific software, numerical algorithms, and high-performance computing.
How to Apply
Applicants should first review the research project and check whether their academic background matches the stated requirements.
Candidates applying to Warwick should follow the university’s application process for the WMG PhD studentship and submit the required academic documents.
For Leeds, applicants need to follow the School of Computer Science PhD scholarship process and provide the CV, motivation letter, publication list, and two references.
The University of Warwick deadline is September 29, 2026, while the University of Leeds deadline is September 30, 2026. Applicants should complete their applications before the relevant closing date.
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