University of Nottingham Ningbo China (UNNC)
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University of Nottingham Ningbo China PhD Scholarship
Mechanical Engineering PhD Scholarship in New Materials, Manufacturing, Energy Conversion, and Robotics University of Nottingham Ningbo China in China
Degree Level
PhD
Field of study
Mechanical Engineering
Funding
The scholarship covers tuition fees and provides a monthly stipend of RMB 4,500 for up to 36 months, subject to satisfactory progression. Successful candidates may also have the opportunity to undertake teaching or research assistant duties from the second year after GTA training.
Deadline
Oct 31, 2026
Country
China
University
University of Nottingham Ningbo China (UNNC)
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Mechanical Engineering Key Discipline PhD Scholarship at the University of Nottingham Ningbo China (UNNC) is open for PhD study in the Faculty of Science and Engineering.
The scholarship supports research in new material and composite structure, advanced manufacturing and precision fabrication, high efficiency energy conversion and transfer technology, smart dynamics, control and robotics, and ergonomics and innovative industrial design. Candidates are encouraged to contact potential supervisors before applying.
Funding: tuition fees are covered and the scholarship provides a monthly stipend of RMB 4,500 for up to 36 months, subject to satisfactory progression. From the second year, students may also have opportunities for teaching or research assistant duties after GTA training.
Eligibility: applicants must first meet the PhD entry requirements. The post states that applicants should hold a master’s degree with a minimum average score of 65% and Merit or above from a British university, plus a bachelor’s degree at upper second class or above. The faculty also considers applicants with a first-class bachelor’s degree from a British university or equivalent from other prestigious institutions. English language proficiency is required, and an IELTS score report or equivalent must be submitted by the deadline.
Application: no separate scholarship application is needed. Applicants should apply through the PhD application system, select scholarship reference number 26KEYME, and follow the university’s required documents checklist. The closing date is 31 October 2026 (China Standard Time), with entry in 15 February 2027.
Location: University of Nottingham Ningbo China, Ningbo, China.
Funding details
The scholarship covers tuition fees and provides a monthly stipend of RMB 4,500 for up to 36 months, subject to satisfactory progression. Successful candidates may also have the opportunity to undertake teaching or research assistant duties from the second year after GTA training.
What's required
Applicants must first meet the entry requirements of the PhD programme. Required qualifications include a master’s degree with a minimum average score of 65% and Merit or above from a British university, plus a bachelor’s degree at upper second class or above. The Faculty of Science and Engineering also considers applicants with a bachelor’s degree with first class honours from a British university or equivalent from other prestigious institutions. Applicants must meet the required English language proficiency for the relevant subject area and submit an IELTS score report or equivalent by the deadline.
How to apply
No separate scholarship application is required. Apply through the PhD application system and select the correct scholarship reference number (26KEYME). Contact potential supervisors before submitting the application.
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