EPSRC Centre for Doctoral Training in Composites Science, Engineering and Manufacturing
September 2021 Entry
Applications for the Advanced Composite PhD are now for September 2021 entry. Deadline for applications: 31 January 2021.
Watch our webinar from the Engineering Postgraduate Virtual Open Day on 26 November 2020.
Our programme

I feel really lucky to have had the opportunity to collaborate and work with so many different researchers and people.
Alumni interviews
Graduate destinations
Videos
What are composites? Why study at the CoSEM CDT? Find out in this short film.
Public engagement
Meet our public engagement reps and learn more about our latest public engagement activities and community outreach highlights.
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There has never been such a demand for composite specialists, and with advanced composites now a national strategic priority area for research, this is a truly exciting area to be working in. Our four year interdisciplinary PhD training aims to address the need for future leaders in this field. The CDT brings together scientists and engineers and benefits from strong industrial links. Our innovative programme includes an integrated taught component during the first year.
News
- CoSEM CDT students inspire the public at FUTURES 2020 festival 7 December 2020
- Composites CDT project collaboration opportunity 1 December 2020
- CoSEM CDT student wins Hexcel project prize 30 November 2020
Browse the CDT news archive.
CDT Conference
- 8th CDT Conference - 16 April 2019
- 7th CDT Conference - 10 April 2018
- 6th CDT Conference - 11 April 2017
- 5th CDT Conference - 5 April 2016
- 4th CDT Conference - 14 April 2015
*previously called the EPSRC Centre for Doctoral Training in Advanced Composites for Innovation and Science (ACCIS CDT). See Vision for more details.