Filippo Marchetti

Applications are open for 10 funded doctoral studentships at the University of Westminster. This opportunity is aimed at prospective PhD students whose research interests connect with International Space Law , EU Private International Law , or Data and Artificial Intelligence Regulation . The advertised research themes include the commercialisation of space activities, liability and responsibility in space, dispute resolution, legal issues arising from new technologies, and the regulation of data and AI, including the EU AI Act and GDPR. The post is associated with Filippo Marchetti , Associate Professor of International Law and Technology, who indicates a willingness to supervise strong candidates and invites interested applicants to contact him for an informal discussion if they are unsure about the fit of their proposal. These are Quintin Hogg Trust (QHT) studentships for 2027-28. The post states that the studentships are funded, but it does not include a stipend amount or further financial breakdown in the text provided. Applicants are directed to the official call for full eligibility and funding information. Deadline: 5 February 2027. Good fit for applicants with backgrounds or interests in: international law, space law, EU law, private international law, legal regulation of AI, data protection law, technology law, and related socio-legal research. Next step: review the official call and application process via the provided link, confirm eligibility, and apply before the deadline.