Jeffrey Andrew Thomas Research Scholarship

[Full tuition, £21,805 stipend (2026/27), plus up to £1,000 yearly for research costs.]

This PhD studentship at Swansea University, funded by the Jeffrey Andrew Thomas Research Scholarship, offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to innovative chemical engineering solutions for sustainable process engineering and low-carbon industrial systems. The project is designed to support resource-efficient technologies and cleaner production pathways, aligning with the department’s research strengths.

Research themes may include resource and energy efficiency, renewable feedstocks, cleaner production, complex fluids and multiphase flows in sustainable chemical systems, advanced separation and purification, water and wastewater treatment, and applied materials and technologies for clean processes. The specific project focus will be tailored to the successful candidate’s interests and expertise, providing flexibility and scope for academic development.

The studentship covers full tuition fees, a generous stipend of £21,805 for the academic year 2026/27, and up to £1,000 annually for research costs. This comprehensive funding package ensures that students can focus on their research without financial concerns.

Applicants should have a strong academic background in chemical engineering or a closely related discipline. Experience or interest in sustainable process engineering, resource efficiency, renewable feedstocks, or water and wastewater treatment is desirable. English language proficiency requirements apply as per Swansea University guidelines.

The application deadline is 18 May 2026. Interested candidates should apply online via the Swansea University scholarship portal, preparing a CV, academic transcripts, and a personal statement outlining their research interests. For further details and to access the application form, visit the official scholarship page.