How to apply
Note to potential applicants: The QE-CDT has recruited the final cohort and is no longer accepting applications. However, we are happy to share that applications for our new Quantum Information Science and Technologies CDT are open! Please head to QIST CDT for more information about the new doctoral training programme and how to apply!
We are pleased to announce that following EPSRC’s call for new Centre’s for Doctoral Training (CDT), our bid for the new Quantum information Science and Technologies CDT has been successful.
This new CDT, delivered in collaboration with the University of Sussex, has been developed by a leading team of academics and industrial partners. The programme will provide unique cross-disciplinary training in experimental and theoretical quantum information and quantum technologies, as well as specialised training in entrepreneurship, project management, collaborative working, responsible research and innovation (RRI), science policy, and communication skills.
This programme is the next step to a successful career in quantum technologies, whether you are:
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a computer scientist with interest in developing quantum algorithms
- a chemist intrigued by the modelling power of quantum simulators
- a mathematician with a passion for quantum computing
- a physicist excited to implement practical technologies
- an engineer inspired to deploy a quantum-enabled communications network
The QIST CDT will offer its students a range of exciting opportunities, including:
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International Industry Week to visit partners and collaborators overseas
- QIST Field Trips to visit partners and collaborators in the UK
- Enterprise training to hone your business idea
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Science policy training
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Opportunities to develop your academic skills in practice
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Funded internship / placement opportunities with leading organisations
As a leading global institution, we are keen to attract talented and motivated individuals from a diverse range of backgrounds. Further information on our commitment to equality and diversity can be found here.
Further guidance on the application process is available.
Applicants should have an upper-second class degree in a relevant subject (or equivalent qualification).
- Awards available: PhD
- Duration of programme: Four years full time
- Number of places: 10 per year
International students
We have funding available for international students. To be considered for a fully funded international studentship, please apply as early as possible. We are happy to accept applications from overseas students who are also applying for funding from other sources, for example from their home country. Please specify which scholarship you are applying for in the online application form.
EU applicants are now considered International unless settled or pre-settled status has been granted in the UK.
English-language requirements: Profile E
For details of this Profile please see the University's English Language Requirements Policy, in addition to the standard entry requirements.
Find information for international students on eligibility, funding options and studying at Bristol.
For more on international equivalent qualifications, please see our country specific information.
Fees and funding
Please see our fees for 2024/25.
EPSRC studentships covering fees and living costs are available to UK/EU/International students. We also encourage and support international applicants applying to funding schemes from their home country, such as CSC (China), CONACYT (Mexico), CONICYT (Chile) and COLCIENCIAS (Colombia). Further information on funding for prospective UK, EU and international postgraduate students.
Further information
Contacts
If you have any further enquiries about your application, please contact us.
"The first year completely changed my mind about what I wanted to do for my PhD, meaning I’m now doing work that I’m far more interested in, motivated by and suited to than I would otherwise have been, and was able to make an informed choice regarding the people that I work with."
"Going into the CDT from an Electronic Engineering background and having a very basic knowledge quantum theory, I was worried that I would be behind my peers, and struggle to get up to speed. However, the introductory modules in the first year, were structured in a way that I was taught everything I needed to know to work in the field and my practical engineering experience in many ways put me at an advantage when it came to starting the research phase of my PhD."