Vibration Engineering Section (VES)
EngineeringVibration Engineering SectionPostgraduate study

PhDs in Vibration Engineering

Not your average PhD

Our PhD researchers with the Vibration Engineering Section have:

  • Accessed the UK’s most advanced facilities for vibration testing, analysis and control

  • Brought their ideas to life beyond computer modelling: developed and tested prototypes in our lab and deployed them as a real-world solution, using our  expertise and capabilities

  • Worked on industry-led projects and network with global engineering consultancy companies

  • Have been supported by  supervisors at the forefront of their field

  • Undertaken helicopter escape training

Hear from our former PhD researchers

How to apply

  1. Read the information on the Engineering PhD programme page, and check you meet the entry criteria. 
  2. Propose a project idea to one of our academics, following the instructions below.
  3. Browse our list of alternative funding sources and information on how to fund a PhD. 
  4. Submit your application online, following the process explained on the postgraduate research website.

How to propose a PhD idea

  1. Before applying for a PhD, please prepare a 500-word outline of your proposed research project, and send this by email to the  academic whose research specialism matches your project. 
  2. If you receive a positive response, you can then plan to submit a formal application in the form of a research proposal. Please see the postgraduate research website for advice on writing a research proposal.

If your idea is not related to our specific research areas, please see the other Engineering research themes at the University, as another academic may be more suitable to supervise you.