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Overview
Digital Transformation of the Metals Industry at University of Birmingham combines specialist taught modules, transferable skills training, industrial engagement, and a major doctoral research project, delivered through a structured four-year pathway across partner universities universities (Leicester, Birmingham, Nottingham, Loughborough, Warwick).
Career:
As a graduate of the DigitalMetal CDT you will be well placed for careers across the metals and manufacturing sector, advanced materials development, industrial digitalisation, research institutions, and academia. Equipped with a unique blend of digital, materials and manufacturing expertise, they are prepared to become future leaders in industrial innovation and academia.
Programme Structure
You will undertake a structured portfolio of technical and transferable-skills modules delivered collaboratively across partner institutions. These modules provide the foundation required to conduct high-quality interdisciplinary doctoral research.
- core training in digital manufacturing;
- data in industry;
- machine learning and AI;
- metallurgy fundamentals;
- digital twinning and smart factories.
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 48 months
Start dates & application deadlines
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Students are strongly encouraged to apply by 1 June.
Language
English
TOEFL® IBT 80
PTE Academic 64
IELTS 6
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Delivered
On Campus
Campus Location
- Birmingham, United Kingdom
Disciplines
Materials Science View 50 other PhDs in Materials Science in United KingdomWhat students do after studying
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Academic requirements
GPA Upper Second Class
English requirements
TOEFL® IBT 80
PTE Academic 64
IELTS 6
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Other requirements
General requirements
A first-class or upper second-class degree (or equivalent) in Engineering, Materials Science, Computer Science, Physics, Mathematics, or a related discipline. A strong motivation for digital manufacturing, metals processing, and AI.
Tuition Fees
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Additional Details
Fully funded (EPSRC CDT)
Living costs
Birmingham
United Kingdom
765 - 1134 GBP / month
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Scholarships Information
Below you will find PhD's scholarship opportunities for Digital Transformation of the Metals Industry.
Available Scholarships
You are eligible to apply for these scholarships but a selection process will still be applied by the provider.
Provided by university
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
24 Sep 2026
Birmingham Marshall Scholarship
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University of Birmingham
Birmingham, United Kingdom
Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
07 Oct 2026
Fulbright U.S. Student Program
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Independent provider
Grant
10000 GBP
Deadline
21 Jun 2026
GREAT Scholarship
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
30 Nov 2026
ServiceScape Scholarship
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Independent provider
Grant
3500 USD
Deadline
15 Nov 2026
ACES Scholarships
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Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
Not specified
Erasmus+ - Grants for study mobility
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
19000 GBP
Deadline
Not specified
Scholarships for PhD Students
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
12000 USD
Deadline
16 Aug 2026
Amberscholar Scholarship
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
6000 USD
Deadline
16 Aug 2026
Amberscholar Scholarship
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
4000 USD
Deadline
30 Jun 2026
The New York Pass® Education Scholarship
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
10000 USD
Deadline
01 Sep 2026
The PhD Prep Fellowship
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
5000 USD
Deadline
28 Aug 2026
Women Scholarship for International Students
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
13 Jul 2026
Dream Chaser Scholarship
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
31 Oct 2026
$1,500 Annual Video Contest Scholarship
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
22500 GBP
Deadline
Not specified
Commonwealth Shared Scholarship – University Bids
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Independent provider
Grant
3000 USD
Deadline
31 Dec 2026
Scholarship for students with disabilities
Need-based
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Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
30 Jun 2026
$1,500 Annual Students’ Presentation Crafting Scholarship
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Independent provider
Grant
12000 USD
Deadline
11 Jan 2027
Tobacco Harm Reduction Scholarship Programme
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Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
20 May 2026
PlagiarismSearch Essay Contest
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
1500 USD
Deadline
Not specified
The Annual IELTS from 6 to 9 Scholarship
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Independent provider
Grant
3000 USD
Deadline
Not specified
AAPG Foundation Grants-in-Aid
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