Connected and Intelligent Infrastructure (Ref: SF-MEME-26-002)

About the Project

Transform tomorrow’s connected world through engineering, data, and digital technologies. We are working to create sustainable, inclusive, and healthy communities through the effective networking of intelligent connected objects and infrastructure.

Wolfson School is recognised internationally for its leadership in intelligent systems, digital engineering, and high-impact research that shapes future infrastructure. Our School hosts world-class researchers in communications, sensing, electronics, and autonomous systems, supported by cutting-edge engineering laboratories and high-performance computing capabilities.

As cities, transport systems, energy networks and built environments become increasingly data-driven and interconnected, the need for secure, resilient and human-centred engineering solutions has never been greater. Your doctoral research will contribute to the design of intelligent, connected, and trustworthy infrastructure that supports sustainable growth and enhances quality of life.

Example research areas:

• IoT-enabled infrastructure and smart mobility
• Sensor fusion, digital twins, and real-time monitoring
• Autonomous and connected systems for transport and logistics
• Secure and resilient architectures for intelligent environments
• AI-enabled urban analytics and decision support

Supervisor

• Prof Will Whittow (w.g.whittow@lboro.ac.uk)

Tuition fees for 2026-27 entry

• UK fee - £5,238 Full-time degree per annum
• International fee - £29,500 Full-time degree per annum

Fees for the 2026-27 academic year apply to projects starting in October 2026, February 2027 and July 2027.

UK tuition fees for 2026/27 are currently to be confirmed pending the release of the UKRI recommended rates. Once published, these rates will be subject to formal approval by the University before being confirmed.

Opportunity Details

• Target Start Date: October 2026
• Full time or part time available.
• Open to UK and international applicants.

How to Apply

We welcome discussions with interested candidates.

• Step 1: Interested applicants should first contact Professor Will Whittow (W.G.Whittow@lboro.ac.uk) to discuss your research interests and funding options.
• Step 2: Applicants are then strongly encouraged to contact potential supervisors with a CV, academic transcripts, and confirmation of funding sources or planned funding sources.
• Step 3: following any informal discussion, applicants are invited to make a formal application on the Loughborough Website.