University of Glasgow SP Energy Networks PhD Studentships 2026
About this scholarship
PhD studentships at the University of Glasgow in partnership with SP Energy Networks, supporting research in cyber security and digital twinning for future energy and critical networks.
The University of Glasgow SP Energy Networks PhD Studentships are collaborative doctoral awards offered through a strategic alliance between the University of Glasgow and SP Energy Networks in the United Kingdom. Based on the referenced posting, these studentships support PhD research connected to cyber security, digital twinning, and future cyber-physical critical networks.
The programme is aimed at students who want to undertake interdisciplinary doctoral research spanning computing, engineering, and energy networks. The projects are linked to a strong research environment involving the University of Glasgow Advanced Research Centre, the Glasgow Centre for Sustainable Energy, the James Watt School of Engineering, and the School of Computing Science, together with industrial collaboration from SP Energy Networks.
Funding in the referenced opportunity is described as full stipend and fee funding at UK/Home student rates for successful applicants. This means the award is suitable for eligible PhD candidates who meet the Home fee status requirements stated in the posting. As the exact package can vary by project call, applicants should carefully review the current project details before applying.
These studentships are specifically suited to candidates with a strong interest in doctoral research and in topics such as energy systems, cyber security, digital infrastructure, and interdisciplinary engineering or computing. Applications are generally made through the University of Glasgow process for the advertised studentship project, following the instructions in the relevant call.
If you are seeking an industry-connected PhD in the United Kingdom with exposure to both academic and applied research in energy networks, this programme can offer a valuable route into advanced research and innovation.
Eligibility
Who can apply for this scholarship
Applicants should be suitable for PhD study and have a clear interest in cyber security, digital twinning, cyber-physical critical networks, or related interdisciplinary engineering and computing research. The referenced posting states that funding is available at UK/Home student rates, so applicants typically need to meet the relevant Home fee status requirements for the funded award.
Requirements
Documents typically needed to apply
Where you can use this
Open positions accepting University of Glasgow SP Energy Networks PhD Studentships.
