Sustainable Energy Technology PhD
University of Nottingham
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PhD/DPhil - Doctor of Philosophy

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University Park Campus

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Full Time

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FEB

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3 years

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PhD/DPhil - Doctor of Philosophy

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University Park Campus

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3 years

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Research overviewPhD projects in the area of sustainable energy technology explore how new and renewable technologies may be harnessed at the scale of buildings and the wider built environment.Research areasSubject areas covered include:••combined heat power systems•cooling technologies•heat power cycles•energy storage•eco-cities/smart cities•sustainable building materials•vehicles, transport and pollution control•photovoltaic thermal systems; solar energy systems (e.g. solar powered cooling); ...Read more

Research overview

PhD projects in the area of sustainable energy technology explore how new and renewable technologies may be harnessed at the scale of buildings and the wider built environment.

Research areas

Subject areas covered include:

  • combined heat power systems
  • cooling technologies
  • heat power cycles
  • energy storage
  • eco-cities/smart cities
  • sustainable building materials
  • vehicles, transport and pollution control
  • photovoltaic thermal systems; solar energy systems (e.g. solar powered cooling); wind energy
  • solar water desalination systems
  • sustainable waste management and disposal
  • clean fossil fuel and carbon capture technologies

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  • Expert staff will work with you to explore PhD career options and apply for vacancies, develop your interview skills and meet employers. You can book a one-to-one appointment, take an online course or attend a workshop.

    International students who complete an eligible degree programme in the UK on a student visa can apply to stay and work in the UK after their course under the

  • Graduate immigration route
  • . Eligible courses at the University of Nottingham include bachelors, masters and research degrees, and PGCE courses.

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    6th
    CUG Ranking
    CUG Ranking
    Source: Complete University Guide 2025
    30th

    Entry requirements

    2:1 (or international equivalent) and/or a masters at merit level or above in a relevant subject.

    Tuition fees

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    Domestic

    £5,100 per year

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    Students from Domestic

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    This is the fee you pay if the University is in the same country that you live in (England, Scotland, Wales, Northern Ireland)

    £21,500 per year

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    Students from EU

    The amount you'll pay if you come to study here from somewhere in the EU.

    £21,500 or £28,600 depending on the nature of your project

    £21,500 per year

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    Please note: The fees might vary so please make sure you contact the institution for up to date information.

    Students from International

    The amount you'll pay if you come to study here from a country outside the EU.

    £21,500 or £28,600 depending on the nature of your project

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    University of Nottingham
    University of Nottingham , Nottingham

    The University of Nottingham is a pioneering institution with a long and distinguished heritage in education....

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    University of Nottingham
    University Park Nottingham Nottinghamshire NG7 2RD United Kingdom
    Nearest train station: Beeston  0.8 miles away
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