Beyond Wind: Fully Funded PhD Opportunity in Tropical Cyclone Risk, Flooding, and Landslides at Loughborough University ·Loughborough University

Overview

This opportunity offers a fully funded PhD project titled “Beyond Wind! Where and Why Flooding and Landslides Amplify Tropical Cyclone Risk” at Loughborough University, focusing on the interaction of multiple hazards during tropical cyclones.

Eligibility

• A strong undergraduate degree or Master’s degree
• At least a UK 2:1 honours degree or equivalent international qualification
• Academic background in a relevant discipline

Relevant fields may include Civil Engineering, Climate Science, Environmental Science, Geography, Data Science, Hazard Modelling, Earth Sciences, Disaster Risk Management, and AI and Informatics. International applicants must meet English language requirements.

Benefits

• Tax-free annual stipend of £21,805
• Tuition fees covered at the UK rate
• Funding duration: 3.5 years
• Potential full international fee waiver for outstanding international students
• Research and professional development opportunities
• International placements and collaborations

How to Apply

Applications are to be submitted online through Loughborough University. Candidates must:

1. Select School of Social Science and Humanities under programme name
2. Quote the project reference IRISK-26-LU-03

Required documents include a personal statement, CV, academic transcripts, and proof of English proficiency (IELTS or TOEFL).

Deadline

Application Deadline: June 9, 2026