As a PhD student within Engineering, you will become an expert in your own field of research at one of the largest and most diverse engineering, environmental science and audiology faculties in the UK. As well as being a member of the prestigious Russell Group the University of Southampton is the most powerful University for general engineering research in the UK (REF 2014). If you have an upper second class or first class degree in engineering, you are eligible for our PhD programme. Within the four years of the programme you will be conducting original research for your thesis, publishing papers and presenting your research to the academic community. But it's not just about gaining your PhD, we want you to invest in your research career. That's why our programme ensures you benefit from both technical and personal training as well as development through placements in industry, mentoring, conference attendance and technical courses. Our scope extends well beyond the boundaries of the University with a comprehensive outreach and engagement programme so your research can reach the wider community.<br><br>Working alongside our world-class team of researchers you will have the opportunity to work on cutting-edge research pioneering solutions to some of the key challenges facing society and industry. We will provide you with the grounding you need to become a successful researcher. You will be given comprehensive skills training including communication skills, research methodology and specialist knowledge through taking relevant technical modules from our MEng and MSc programmes. You will have plenty of opportunities to network with fellow researchers and potential employers through attendance at national and international conferences and getting involved with research projects funded by our industry partners. Our research success is closely linked to the success of our research programmes. Our research groups are partnered with the Graduate School which provides our students with an excellent research environment, with the delivery of high quality research programmes being our foremost priority.