PhD Positions in Computational Modelling of Heterogeneous, Systems

Overview

Het Sys is an EPSRC-supported Centre for Doctoral Training (CDT) which trains people toapply and extendstate-of-the-art in computational modelling of heterogeneous, real-world systems across a range of research themes spanning quantum, atomistic and continuum models of materials and molecules. The Het Sys team are now recruiting a new cohort of enthusiastic students from across the physical sciences who enjoy using their mathematical skills and thinking flexibly to solve complex problems to join our EPSRC Centre for Doctoral Training in Modelling of Heterogeneous Systems at the University of Warwick, UK.

Our exciting range of new PhD projects for Oct 2026 can be found on our webpage.

Het Sys is built around a closely knit, highly collaborative team of academics from science departments across Warwick, including Physics, Engineering, Chemistry, Life Sciences, Mathematics, Statistics and the Warwick Manufacturing Group. With its project partners HetS is developing talented, energetic PhD students to push boundaries in this exciting field. The students will inspire new ideas, approaches, and innovation and become future leaders in developing new technologies.

Full funding is available for 10+ candidates, including those who meet the required UK residency criteria plus a small number of international students.

We require at least a 2(i) honours degree at BSc or an integrated masters degree (e.g. MPhys, MChem, MSci, MEng etc.) in a physical sciences, mathematics or engineering discipline. PhD duration is 4 years including the training program which runs over the first 2 years with a gradual transition from full training to full research. The studentships pay a stipend to cover maintenance as well as paying the university fees and research training support.

The stipend is at the standard UKRI rate, and all fees plus a research training support grant including a generous travel budget and HPC access are also fully funded.

See the information about the application process.

The first-round deadline for all applicants is 28 January 2026
. Interviews will be held on 25 February 2026
.