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Program Facts
Program Details
Degree
PhD
Major
Nuclear Engineering | Electrical Engineering | Mechanical Engineering
Area of study
Engineering
Course Language
English
About Program
Program Overview
The Fusion CDT is a doctoral training program that focuses on fusion-relevant disciplines. It is a collaboration between six top UK universities and industry partners. The program offers a comprehensive support system for students and is committed to promoting equality, diversity, and inclusion in the field of fusion energy. Students in the program have the opportunity to study abroad and receive a generous scholarship package.
Program Outline
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- Centre Overview: The Fusion CDT is a collaboration between six of the UK's top universities: Durham, Liverpool, Manchester, Oxford, Sheffield, and York.
- Research Areas: The program focuses on doctoral training in fusion-relevant disciplines, including materials science, plasma physics, nuclear physics, technology, laser physics, and instrumentation.
- Industry Involvement: The CDT collaborates with leading fusion industry partners, such as Tokamak Energy and EUROfusion.
- Student Support: The program offers a comprehensive support system for students, including academic advisors, career guidance, and mental health resources.
- ED&I Commitment: The CDT is committed to promoting equality, diversity, and inclusion in the field of fusion energy.
- Outreach Activities: The program engages in various outreach activities to promote public understanding of fusion energy and inspire future generations of researchers.
- Contact Information: The Fusion CDT can be contacted at 01904 324907 or via email at info@fusioncdt.ac.uk.
Additional Information:
- The program is funded by the Engineering and Physical Sciences Research Council (EPSRC).
- Applications for the program open in the fall of each year.
- The program typically admits around 20 students per year.
- The duration of the program is 4 years.
- Students in the program have the opportunity to study abroad at one of the CDT's partner universities.
- The program offers a generous scholarship package that covers tuition fees, living expenses, and travel costs.
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