Applications
Applications to join the programme in October 2025 are now closed. We will be announcing our projects for Cohort 3 (starting Sept 2026) in October. Please check our website then for updates.
If you have any questions about the programme or future application cycles, feel free to get in touch at cdtgreenindustrialfutures@hw.ac.uk
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
We warmly encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. Our programme values diversity as a cornerstone of innovation and collaboration, and we are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels respected, supported, and empowered to thrive. The CDT-GIF are committed to ensuring flexibility throughout our programme to support student’s needs and personal circumstances, for example those with medical conditions, caring responsibilities and other considerations. For example, we are open to exploring part-time options if appropriate for the nature of the research.
Entry requirements
As a minimum we require candidates to have a First-class or 2:1 MEng or and MSc with merit (over 60%) in a relevant area i.e. Chemical Engineering, Process Engineering, Chemistry, Materials Science, Geoscience etc. Candidates for socio-politico-economic research topics will also be considered with a relevant MA. Applicants who have a First-class BSc/BEng (Hons) and can demonstrate significant relevant industry/research experience may also be considered.
Candidates should be aware of and meet the entry requirements for the university hosting the PhD studentship.
Who is eligible for funding?
Home students
Full funding (fees and stipend) is available for home students. Home students must meet the following criteria and the associated residency requirements:
- Be a UK National
- Have settled status
- Have pre-settled status
- Have indefinite leave to remain or enter
- Be an Irish National (Irish Nationals eligibility is derived from the UK Ireland Common Travel Area Agreement)
If a candidate does not meet the criteria above, they would be classed as an International student.
International Students
We only have a limited number of spaces for international students. For international applicants, any offers made to international students will be conditional on fees being waived at the host university for the project and a successful visa application process.
Non-native English speakers must ensure they meet the English language requirements.
English Language Requirements
Non-native English speakers need to provide evidence of a SELT (Secure English Language Test) at CEFR (Common European Framework of Reference) Level B2 taken within two years of the date of application.
There are several types of SELT, but IELTS (International English Language Testing System) is the most common. The minimum requirement is IELTS 6.5 or equivalent, no individual component can be less than 6.0 in a single sitting.
A degree from an English speaking university can also be accepted.