PhD Studentship: Development and Characterisation of High Thermal Conductivity Insulation Systems for Offshore Wind Generator Windings
The University of Manchester
This 3.5-year PhD studentship is open to Home (UK) applicants. The successful candidate will receive an annual tax-free stipend set at the UKRI rate (£21,805 for 2026/27; subject to annual uplift), and tuition fees will be paid. We expect the stipend to increase each year. EU students with settled or pre-settled status and international student can apply but their application eligibility will be determined on a case-by-case basis. The start date is October 2026. We recommend that you apply early as the advert ma...
This 3.5-year PhD studentship is open to Home (UK) applicants. The successful candidate will receive an annual tax-free stipend set at the UKRI rate (£21,805 for 2026/27; subject to annual uplift), and tuition fees will be paid. We expect the stipend to increase each year. EU students with settled or pre-settled status and international student can apply but their application eligibility will be determined on a case-by-case basis. The start date is October 2026. We recommend that you apply early as the advert ma...
Opportunity details
This 3.5-year PhD studentship is open to Home (UK) applicants. The successful candidate will receive an annual tax-free stipend set at the UKRI rate (£21,805 for 2026/27; subject to annual uplift), and tuition fees will be paid. We expect the stipend to increase each year. EU students with settled or pre-settled status and international student can apply but their application eligibility will be determined on a case-by-case basis. The start date is October 2026. We recommend that you apply early as the advert may be removed before the deadline. This PhD project aims to develop and characterise advanced insulation systems with enhanced thermal conductivity, specifically designed to improve heat transfer within generator windings while maintaining electrical, mechanical, and environmental performance. By targeting the root causes of thermal bottlenecks, the project aims to enable higher current-carrying capabilities and slow the insulation degradation due to thermal ageing, ultimately enhancing generator reliability and lifespan. The research will begin with a systematic investigation of existing insulation systems to identify key thermal limitations and their impact on winding performance. This will involve literature review, industrial benchmarking, and baseline experimental characterisation of conventional insulation materials. Particular emphasis will be placed on understanding the relationship between thermal conductivity, temperature distribution, and ageing behaviour under representative operating conditions. Building on this foundation, the core of the project will focus on the design and development of novel thermally enhanced insulation materials. Potential approaches include incorporating thermally conductive fillers, developing advanced polymer composites,...
Eligibility
This 3.5-year PhD studentship is open to Home (UK) applicants. The successful candidate will receive an annual tax-free stipend set at the UKRI rate (£21,805 for 2026/27; subject to annual uplift), and tuition fees will be paid. EU students with settled or pre-settled status and international student can apply but their application eligibility will be determined on a case-by-case basis. Applicants should have, or expect to achieve, at least a 2.1 honours degree or a master’s in a relevant science or engineering related discipline.
Requirements
This 3.5-year PhD studentship is open to Home (UK) applicants. The successful candidate will receive an annual tax-free stipend set at the UKRI rate (£21,805 for 2026/27; subject to annual uplift), and tuition fees will be paid. EU students with settled or pre-settled status and international student can apply but their application eligibility will be determined on a case-by-case basis. Applicants should have, or expect to achieve, at least a 2.1 honours degree or a master’s in a relevant science or engineering related discipline.
Funding and benefits
Funding eligibility: UK Students. Funding amount: £21,805 annual tax-free stipend and tuition fees will be paid.
How to apply
EU students with settled or pre-settled status and international student can apply but their application eligibility will be determined on a case-by-case basis. We recommend that you apply early as the advert may be removed before the deadline. We strongly recommend that you contact the main supervisor, Dr Chen - lujia.chen@manchester.ac.uk, for this project before you apply.
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Benefits
Funding eligibility: UK Students. Funding amount: £21,805 annual tax-free stipend and tuition fees will be paid.
Eligibility summary
This 3.5-year PhD studentship is open to Home (UK) applicants. The successful candidate will receive an annual tax-free stipend set at the UKRI rate (£21,805 for 2026/27; subject to annual uplift), and tuition fees will be paid. EU students with settled or pre-settled status and international student can apply but their application eligibility will be determined on a case-by-case basis. Applicants should have, or expect to achieve, at least a 2.1 honours degree or a master’s in a relevant science or engineering related discipline.
Requirements
This 3.5-year PhD studentship is open to Home (UK) applicants. The successful candidate will receive an annual tax-free stipend set at the UKRI rate (£21,805 for 2026/27; subject to annual uplift), and tuition fees will be paid. EU students with settled or pre-settled status and international student can apply but their application eligibility will be determined on a case-by-case basis. Applicants should have, or expect to achieve, at least a 2.1 honours degree or a master’s in a relevant science or engineering related discipline.
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