HetSys is an EPSRC-supported Centre for Doctoral Training (CDT) in the Modelling of Heterogeneous Systems, based at the University of Warwick, Coventry, UK. HetSys trains people to challenge current state-of-the-art in computational modelling of heterogeneous, real-world systems across a range of research themes, spanning quantum, atomistic and continuum models of materials and molecules. The HetSys team are now recruiting a new cohort of enthusiastic students from across the physical sciences who enjoy using their mathematical skills and thinking flexibly to solve complex problems. Our exciting range of new PhD projects for Oct 2025 can be found on our webpage.
HetSys is built around a closely knit, highly collaborative team of academics from science departments across Warwick including Physics, Engineering, Chemistry, Life Sciences, Mathematics, Statistics and the Warwick Manufacturing Group. With its project partners, HetSys is developing talented, energetic PhD students to push boundaries in this exciting field. The students will inspire new ideas, approaches and innovation and become future leaders in developing new technologies.
Full funding is available for 10+ candidates, including those who meet the required UK residency criteria plus a small number of international students.
We require at least a 2(i) honours degree at BSc or an integrated masters degree (e.g. MPhys, MChem, MSci, MEng etc.) in a physical sciences, mathematics or engineering discipline. PhD duration is 4 years including the training programme which runs over the first 2 years with a gradual transition from fully training to fully research. The studentships pay a stipend to cover maintenance as well as paying the university fees and research training support. The stipend is at the standard UKRI rate (for 2024/25 that is £19,237), and all fees plus a research training support grant including a generous travel budget and HPC access are also fully funded.
The first-round deadline for all applicants is 20 January 2025. Interviews will be held on 12 February 2025.
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