Key Information
- Duration: Full-time 36 months; Part-time 60 months (5–7 years)
- Start dates & application deadlines:
- Starting January 2027 – Apply before Oct 2026
Overview
The research work carried out under the Engineering: Mechanics, Materials and Advanced Manufacturing theme from Cardiff University, develops, validates and verifies reliable models alongside robust, accurate and efficient simulation tools to describe and understand complex non-linear systems, both natural and engineered, on a wide range of spatial and temporal scales, with an emphasis on advanced materials and structures.
Research key focus
- The research also focuses on the development of innovative, advanced and environmentally friendly technology, together with its effective and sustainable implementation via suitable hardware, software or management systems to applications within the transport, energy generation and manufacturing industries.
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Programme Structure
The main research areas include:
- Advanced Materials and Computational Mechanics
- Tribology and Contact Mechanics
- Aerospace Engineering
- Automotive Engineering
- Sustainable manufacturing
- Advanced manufacturing technologies
- Micro/nano manufacturing
Admission Requirements
Academic requirements
We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
English requirements
- TOEFL iBT: 90
- PTE Academic: 69
- IELTS: 6.5
Other requirements
Suitable for graduates in engineering and related subject areas such as physics, mathematics, earth sciences and computer science.
Tuition Fees
Tuition fees are shown in AUD and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.
- International: AU$50,857 / year (≈ £26,700 / year) – for non-residents
- Domestic: AU$9,535 / year (≈ £5,006 / year) – for citizens or residents
Additional Details: Part-time tuition fees: £2,503.
Living costs (Cardiff, United Kingdom): AU$1,196–2,030 / month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding / Scholarships
Below you will find PhD's scholarship opportunities for Engineering: Mechanics, Materials and Advanced Manufacturing.
- Fulbright-Cardiff University scholarship – Merit-based – Deadline 07 Oct 2026
- Cardiff University Marshall Scholarship – Merit-based
- Fulbright U.S. Student Program – Deadline 07 Oct 2026
- ACES Scholarships – 3,500 USD – Deadline 15 Nov 2026
- ServiceScape Scholarship – 1,000 USD – Deadline 30 Nov 2026
- Erasmus+ – Grants for study mobility – Merit-based
- Scholarships for PhD Students – 19,000 GBP
- Boustany Astronomy PhD Scholarship – Merit-based – Deadline 28 Feb 2027
- $1,500 Annual Video Contest Scholarship – Deadline 31 Oct 2026
- Women Scholarship for International Students – 5,000 USD – Deadline 28 Aug 2026
- Voice Talent Online Scholarship – 1,000 USD – Deadline 01 Mar 2027
- The PhD Prep Fellowship – 10,000 USD – Deadline 01 Sep 2026
- Dream Chaser Scholarship – 1,000 USD – Deadline 13 Jan 2027
- Scholarship for students with disabilities – 3,000 USD – Deadline 31 Dec 2026
- Commonwealth Shared Scholarship – University Bids – 22,500 GBP
- The Annual IELTS from 6 to 9 Scholarship – 1,500 USD
- Tobacco Harm Reduction Scholarship Programme – 12,000 USD – Deadline 11 Jan 2027