Key information
- Duration: Full-time, 12 months
- Start dates & application deadlines: Starting September 2027; Apply before Aug 2027
Overview
This Future Innovation in Non-Destructive Evaluation programme from University of Bristol connects universities with industry. The result is research that makes a difference - EDF, Airbus and E.ON are just a few of the companies our students have worked with to create real impact.
The University of Bristol leads, alongside centre partners Imperial College London and the Universities of Manchester, Nottingham, Strathclyde and Warwick. The CDT has been co-created by a consortium of 49 companies, including Airbus, Rolls-Royce, EDF, BAE Systems and Shell. Visit the programme website for more information
Career prospects
Graduates are found in a variety of careers all over the globe, including world-leading research. Many work as consultants or as part of large-scale engineering industries with excellent employability as a result of studying in the centre.
Programme structure
Projects fall into three broad themes:
- The Future NDE technologies theme will focus on the physics and engineering of the sensing transducers, imaging and processing methods.
- Future infrastructure NDE will be driven by the need to reduce manual inspection through increased use of robotic manipulators and permanently installed systems.
- Future manufacturing inspection places speed and automation at its core which must be seamlessly integrated, including into fast-moving production lines.
Admission requirements
Academic requirements
Upper Second Class
English requirements
- TOEFL iBT: 88
- PTE Academic: 67
- IELTS: 6.5
Other requirements
General requirements
Applicants should have or expect to obtain a first class, good 2:1 degree or Master's in engineering or physical science. In our experience the best candidates can use their knowledge to solve technical problems, are interested in useful research, are well-organised and are good communicators.
Fees and funding
Tuition Fees
- International: 52,381 AUD / year (≈ 27,500 GBP / year)
- Domestic: 9,726 AUD / year (≈ 5,106 GBP / year)
Additional Details
Home: part-time: £2,553 per year
Living costs
Bristol, United Kingdom: 1,429-2,400 AUD / month
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.