Digital Transformation of the Metals Industry PhD 48 months PHD Programme By University of Birmingham |TopUniversities

Programme overview

Degree

PhD

Study Level

PHD

Study Mode

On Campus

Hosted by leading institutions, Birmingham, Leicester, Nottingham, Loughborough and Warwick, the DigitalMetal CDT trains future leaders to drive AI-enabled transformation in the metals industry. A unique programme combining deep technical research with industry-focused digital skills.


You will develop advanced expertise at the intersection of materials engineering and digital manufacturing. Through interdisciplinary training and industrial collaboration, you will graduate ready to shape the next generation of sustainable, data-driven metal production.


Programme Structure

The programme 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).

Programme overview

Degree

PhD

Study Level

PHD

Study Mode

On Campus

Hosted by leading institutions, Birmingham, Leicester, Nottingham, Loughborough and Warwick, the DigitalMetal CDT trains future leaders to drive AI-enabled transformation in the metals industry. A unique programme combining deep technical research with industry-focused digital skills.


You will develop advanced expertise at the intersection of materials engineering and digital manufacturing. Through interdisciplinary training and industrial collaboration, you will graduate ready to shape the next generation of sustainable, data-driven metal production.


Programme Structure

The programme 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).

Admission Requirements

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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.

4 Years
Sep
Oct

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