Materials and Fluid Flow Modelling

• Undertake doctoral research in the diverse field of materials and fluid flow modelling.
• Learn advanced techniques with cutting-edge technology and expert tutelage.
• Contribute to the acclaimed work of MERI researchers.
• Join a vibrant research community, including 100 PhD students.

This course allows you to undertake research into a specific area of materials and fluid flow modelling. This varied subject encompasses everything from liquid crystals and polymers to thermodynamics. Your work will join extremely well-regarded MERI publications – a high proportion of which are considered 'world leading' or 'internationally excellent'.

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2. How you learn

All our courses are designed around a set of key principles based on engaging you with the world, collaborating with others, challenging you to think in new ways, and providing you with a supportive environment in which you can thrive.

As this is a research course, most of your work will be carried out independently. You'll benefit from the support and expertise of your supervisory team – including a Director of Studies and a second supervisor who have specific interest in your chosen subject area. Indicative topic areas include liquid crystals, self-assembled structures and foods. You'll also be able to use wide-ranging simulation methods for your work – molecular dynamics or Monte Carlo, for example.

You learn through

• independent research
• laboratory training
• research training, including mandatory ethics and integrity sessions
• teacher training
• participation in the MERI Research Colloquium – presenting posters and oral presentations

Applied learning

Networking opportunities

You will be part of the University's community of researchers, with the opportunity to attend and/or contribute to a range of discipline, college and University-wide presentations, training and conferences.

• Applicants with a four year Bachelor degree would be considered for entry to programmes at postgraduate level.
• Applicants with a Masters degree, from a recognised university, including a formal research proposal would be considered for PhD research study.