Enhancing the long-term performance of advanced engine materials by controlling microstructure
| Program start date | Application deadline |
| 2024-07-01 | - |
| 2024-10-01 | - |
| 2025-01-01 | - |
Program Overview
This PhD program at Loughborough University investigates the role of microstructure in the long-term performance of advanced engine materials. It involves material characterization, experimentation, and numerical modeling to predict mechanical behavior under extreme conditions. The project is self-funded and conducted in collaboration with the School of Mechanical, Electrical and Manufacturing Engineering, which has a world-leading research impact.
Program Outline
Other:
This doctoral research project aims to investigate the role of microstructure in the long-term performance of advanced materials used in the automotive industry, specifically engine components. This research has the potential to significantly impact the design of structural components that operate under extreme conditions. The research plan involves material characterization and experimentation using advanced monitoring techniques to quantify specific microstructural features that drive deformation at the microscale under high-temperature conditions. The project will be conducted in collaboration with the School of Mechanical, Electrical and Manufacturing Engineering, which has been ranked as "world-leading" or "internationally excellent" in its research impact (REF, 2021). The primary supervisor is Dr Konstantinos Baxevanakis.
Additional Notes:
- The project is self-funded, so applicants will need to cover the cost of tuition fees and living expenses.
- All applications should be made online.
Contact Information:
- Email: k.baxevanakis@lboro.ac.uk
- Phone: +44 (0)1509 227030
UK fee £4,786 Full-time degree per annum International fee £27,500 Full-time degree per annum 2024-25 tuition fees are applicable to projects starting in October 2024, January 2025, April 2025 and July 2025. University fees and charges can be paid in advance and there are several methods of payment, including online payments and payment by instalment. Fees are reviewed annually and are likely to increase to take into account inflationary pressures. The project is self-funded so applicants will be required to cover the cost of tuition fees and their own cost of living.
Entry Requirements
Applicants should have or expect to achieve, at least a 2:1 honours degree (or equivalent) in mechanical engineering, materials engineering, aerospace engineering, civil engineering or a related subject. A relevant master’s degree and/or experience in one or more of the following will be an advantage: mechanical engineering, materials engineering, aerospace engineering, and civil engineering.
Language Proficiency Requirements
International applicants are required to demonstrate proficiency in English. Applicants who have not already met the minimum English language requirements can complete a pre-sessional English course in the English Language Centre at Loughborough University.
Entry Requirements Breakdown by Country
The University has specific entry requirements for students from various countries. Here's a breakdown of those requirements:
Afghanistan:
- First-class honours (70%)
- Upper second-class honours (60%)
- Lower second-class honours (50%)
Albania:
- First-class honours (70%)
- Upper second-class honours (60%)
- Lower second-class honours (50%)
Algeria:
- First-class honours (70%)
- Upper second-class honours (60%)
- Lower second-class honours (50%)
Argentina:
- First-class honours (70%)
- Upper second-class honours (60%)
- Lower second-class honours (50%)
Armenia:
- First-class honours (70%)
- Upper second-class honours (60%)
- Lower second-class honours (50%)
Australia:
- Honours degree AQF level 8
- First Class, 80%
- Upper Second, 70%, H2A, Lower Second, 60%, 2B
Ordinary degree - AQF Level 7 pass (mark 46 or 50)
- High Distinction (80% or 85%)
- Distinction (75% or 80%)
- Distinction (70% or 75%)
Austria:
- Degree/ Diplomstudium/ Magister degree
- A (or 1.5) mit Auszeichnung bestanden60% or B or 3.0 (or 2)50% or C or 2.7 (or 3)
Azerbaijan:
- First-class honours (70%)
- Upper second-class honours (60%)
- Lower second-class honours (50%)
Bahamas:
- Degree from the University of the West Indies only
- 1st (GPA 3.6)2:1 (GPA 3.0) 2:2 (GPA 2.5)
Bahrain:
- GPA 4.0 scale3.53.02.8
Bangladesh:
- 4 year Bachelor of Science in Engineering (IEB and BAETE accredited courses only)
- 1st (70%) / 3.5
- 2nd (60%) / 3.0
- 2nd (55%) / 2.75
- Masters (1-2 years) following a 3 or 4 year degree
- 80% / 4.0
- 65% / 3.25
- 50% / 2.5
Barbados:
- Degree from the University of the West Indies only
- 1st (GPA 3.6)2:1 (GPA 3.0)2:2 (GPA 2.5)
Barbados Community College
- 1st or GPA 3.752:1 or GPA 3.52:2 or GPA 3.0
Belarus:
- Specialist Diploma (5Yr)
- 975
Belgium:
- Bachelor degree/Licenciaat/Licencie975
Belize:
- Degree from the University of the West Indies only
- 1st (GPA 3.6)2:1 (GPA 3.0)2:2 (GPA 2.5)
Benin:
- Maitrise
- 1815 or Bien12 or Assez Bien
Bermuda:
- Degree from the University of the West Indies only
- 1st (GPA 3.6)2:1 (GPA 3.0)2:2 (GPA 2.5)
Bolivia:
- A Licenciado, 4 years Private (public/private)
- 85/7875/6667/55
Bosnia and Herzegovina:
- Diploma Visokog Obrazovanja / Diplomirani
- 1098
Botswana:
- Master's degree
- A or 80%B or 70%C or 60%
Brazil:
- Brazil - 4 yr Bacharel or Licenciado/Licenciatura or Título Profissional
- 8.57.56.5
Brunei:
- Brunei
- First75%Upper Second (60%/B/3.1)Lower Second (50%/C/2.7)
Bulgaria:
- Diploma za Zavarsheno Visshe Obrazovanie (Diploma of Completed Higher Education)
- 654
Burundi:
- Masters or Diplôme d'Études Approfondies or Diplôme Ingénieur (professional title)1815/20 (Bien)12.5/20 (Assez Bien)
