The University of Nottingham, in partnership with the Rolls-Royce University Technology Centre (UTC), is pleased to announce applications for the 2026 Rolls Royce Scholarship.
This fully funded PhD studentship covers full tuition fees and provides a tax-free stipend of approximately £19,237 per year, making it a unique opportunity for international students passionate about aerospace research.
Scholarship Summary;
- Host: University of Nottingham | Rolls-Royce UTC
- Host Country: United Kingdom
- Category: Postgraduate Scholarships | PhD Studentships
- Eligible Countries: All Countries
- Reward: Full Tuition | £19,237 Annual Stipend
- No IELTS Required
- Deadline: October 31, 2025
Scholarship Details
The Rolls Royce Scholarship is offered as a PhD studentship in Micromechanics and Advanced Materials Analysis of Aerospace Components under Manufacturing Processes. The project is hosted at the Rolls-Royce University Technology Centre (UTC) in Manufacturing Technology and On-Wing Technology, one of the world’s leading research facilities equipped with cutting-edge resources for aerospace innovation.
This doctoral research will focus on understanding the micromechanics and behavior of advanced aerospace materials during and after the manufacturing process. Students will benefit from a stimulating research environment, combining academic rigor at the University of Nottingham with industrial expertise from Rolls-Royce.
Eligibility Criteria
To be eligible for the Rolls Royce Scholarship 2026, applicants must:
- Hold at least a First Class or Upper-Second Class degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing, Materials Science, or Physics.
- Be in their final year of studies (graduating by July 2025) or already hold the required qualification.
Scholarship Benefits
Recipients of the Rolls Royce Scholarship will receive:
- Full tuition fee coverage for the three-year PhD project
- A tax-free stipend of approximately £19,237 per year
- Access to advanced aerospace research facilities at Rolls-Royce UTC
- Opportunities to collaborate with globally recognized experts in academia and industry
- The chance to build an international research profile in aerospace materials and manufacturing
Required Documents
Applicants should prepare the following for submission:
- A detailed Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- A cover letter outlining motivation and suitability for the scholarship
- Copies of academi
- c transcripts
How to Apply
To apply for the Rolls Royce Scholarship at the University of Nottingham 2026:
- Visit the program’s official webpage via the application link
- Send your CV, cover letter, and academic transcripts directly to Prof. Dragos Axinte
- Shortlisted candidates will be invited for an interview, after which successful applicants will be guided to submit a formal university application
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