273 verified phd positions for 2026–2027 are open right now. The soonest deadline is 27 October 2026 — closing-soon entries are flagged in the list. Hosted by TU Delft, Stockholm University and University of Manchester. Listings are re-verified daily against official sources.
University of Luxembourg · Luxembourg
36-month fully funded PhD in Smart Energy System Modelling at University of Luxembourg. Gross salary EUR 41,976-44,531/year. Rolling review.
University of Luxembourg · Luxembourg
Fully funded 36-month doctoral researcher in water engineering and monitoring (PFAROS project on PFAS in hospital wastewater) at the University of Luxembourg. EUR 44,531 gross/year. Rolling review.
Lund University invites applications for a doctoral student position on risk and safety of heterogeneous swarm systems, hosted by the CHASS competence centre and funded by the Swedish Foundation for Strategic Research (SSF). Swarm systems - large numbers of cooperating drones, robots and autonomous agents - promise major advances in logistics, inspection and rescue, but their heterogeneous, dynamic composition creates new safety and assurance challenges.
ETH Zurich · Switzerland
Fully funded PhD at ETH Zurich developing neuromotor interfaces for dexterous robot teleoperation using EMG and egocentric vision. Open until filled.
Lund University · Sweden
Lund University invites applications for a doctoral student in medical science with a orientation toward health sciences (halsovetenskap), within the PRO-COG project. The project studies how people with cognitive disabilities experience and navigate public environments, and how society can design environments and services that support participation for this group.
University of Oxford · United Kingdom
The Department of Psychiatry at the University of Oxford advertises a DPhil studentship on investigating and modelling brain dynamics across species, based in Dr Andrea Luppi's research group and supported by his ERC Starting Grant. The project develops computational models of how brain activity is organised dynamically across species - bridging human and animal neuroimaging and electrophysiology - to understand which principles of brain organisation are conserved through evolution and how they break down in disease.
University of Oxford · United Kingdom
The DPhil in Cardiovascular Science (Cardiovascular Disease Prevention) at Oxford is a four-year programme funded by the British Heart Foundation. It combines interdisciplinary training with research at the intersection of population health, systems biology, and data science/AI. Final application deadline: 1 December 2026.
The University of Edinburgh · United Kingdom
PhD at University of Edinburgh developing eco-friendly and high-performing organic photovoltaics using sustainable materials and manufacturing methods. Competitive funding available. Deadline: 31 Dec 2026. Funding is not guaranteed: self-funded applications are welcome, and eligible Home students may compete for scholarships.
University of Twente · Netherlands
This two-year Engineering Doctorate develops repeatable fieldwork and data-management procedures for underground utility mapping. The work centres on ground-penetrating radar at Twente’s Utility Mapping Site. Applicants can apply without IELTS - selection is based on documents and an English interview, not a test certificate.
The University of Edinburgh · United Kingdom
Fully funded PhD at University of Edinburgh examining environmental and health impacts of titanium ore deposits on communities near mining operations. £21,805/year stipend. UK students only.
EPFL EDBB open PhD positions across 15+ labs in biotechnology and bioengineering on the Lausanne campus. Swiss doctoral salary (~CHF 55,000+ gross/year). Next admission deadline: 1 November 2026.
Lancaster University · United Kingdom
3.5-year fully funded PhD developing shared-autonomy framework for safety-critical remote robotics. UK home students. £22,780 stipend.
Lancaster University · United Kingdom
3.5-year fully funded PhD developing next-generation attack surface mapping techniques. UK home students. £20,780 stipend.
University of Cambridge · United Kingdom
EPSRC FIBE3 CDT (Future Infrastructure and Built Environment: Unlocking Net Zero) at the University of Cambridge offers a fully funded 1+3 year MRes + PhD programme starting October 2027. Focuses on infrastructure challenges for the net-zero transition. Fully funded for eligible Home students, with very limited international funding. Application fee: £20. Deadline: 14 April 2027.
Bath Spa University · United Kingdom
Bath Spa University invites applications for ESRC-funded PhD studentships through the South West Doctoral Training Partnership (SWDTP), with Bath Spa pathways in education, management and business, and sociotechnical futures. The internal Bath Spa application round closes at 11:59pm on 8 November 2026, ahead of the SWDTP final deadline of 12 January 2027, so candidates intending to nominate Bath Spa as their host should complete the university's research-degree application early.
University of Leeds · United Kingdom
The University of Leeds, as part of the ESRC White Rose Doctoral Training Partnership, offers a range of social science PhD studentships for 2027/28 entry. Open to UK and international applicants. Covers fees at UKRI rates plus a maintenance grant of £21,805 (2026/27 rate). Multiple award types available: +3.5, +3.75, and 1+3.5. Deadline: 20 January 2027.
ETH AI Center · Switzerland
ETH AI Center Doctoral Fellowships 2026: fully funded AI doctoral fellowships at ETH Zurich fostering interdisciplinary collaboration. Deadline: 27 October 2026, 16:00 CET.
European University Institute · Italy
EUI Special Doctoral Fellowships 2027: named fellowships (Adam Smith, Burckhardt, Kelsen, Arendt) funding PhD study in Florence with a EUR 1,650 monthly grant. Deadline 15 January 2027 (14:00 CET).
The University of Edinburgh · United Kingdom
Fully funded PhD at University of Edinburgh investigating the chemistry of lanthanide and actinide metals and oxides under extreme conditions. £21,805/year stipend. UK/EU students.
Monash University - Ghedini Lab · Australia
Monash University in Melbourne, Australia, offers a fully funded PhD research opportunity in the Department of Materials Science and Engineering focusing on smart polymer nanocomposites. The project, titled 'Smart Polymer Nanocomposites: Design, Synthesis and Applications,' focuses on developing advanced polymer nanocomposite materials for next-generation coatings and foam technologies. Supervised by Associate Professor Vipul Agarwal. Stipend rate: AUD $37,145 per year (2026 RTP rate). Supervisor research interest does not itself guarantee a funded PhD position; scholarship eligibility depends on applicant nationality and scheme.
Imperial College London · United Kingdom
The MSEI Lab at Imperial College London offers a fully funded PhD in AI-driven 3D ultrasound imaging and autonomous robotic guidance. Supervised by Dr. Dandan Zhang. Deadline: January 2027.
University of Manchester · United Kingdom
PhD studentship at the University of Manchester (Department of Materials) in AI, digital engineering, textiles and wearable technologies. The project is developed jointly between the successful applicant and supervisor. Fully funded for 3.5 years, starting January 2027. Stipend £21,805 per year (2026/27 UKRI rate). Deadline: 30 March 2027.
University of Salford · United Kingdom
This PhD project will enhance the mechanical properties of concrete materials using graphene products, assessing mechanical and durability properties to identify market-ready products.
University College London · United Kingdom
PhD studentship at University College London in foundational artificial intelligence, focusing on reinforcement learning, intelligent data acquisition, generative and foundation models, and applications in communication systems, engineering, and scientific discovery. Fully funded for Home (UK) students with a stipend of £23,805 per year. Supervised by Dr Sattar Vakili.