EPSRC Centre for Doctoral Training in Renewable Energy Northeast Universities (ReNU) is an added value doctoral training programme funded by the Engineering and Physical Sciences Research Council.

Over the next 5 years it will create a pipeline of highly skilled doctoral graduates that will drive forward innovation in small scale renewable and sustainable distributed energy. It is a collaboration between Newcastle, Northumbria and Durham universities.

If you have a strong academic background in a science, technology, engineering or mathematics discipline and are motivated by the opportunity to create a more sustainable future then find out more information on our website.

There a range of benefits of joining a CDT, such as:

• you'll belong to a supportive cohort environment
• you'll get direct access to experts from industry
• the curriculum is bespoke. It is designed to give you industry-ready skills, such as leadership, transdisciplinary skills, and experiential research training
• you'll have access to facilities, training and support from additional partner institutions
• our committment to equality, diversity and inclusion. This will be at the heart of each of our CDTs, including ensuring flexibility in all activities so that CDT participants with caring and family responsibilities are able to participate fully 

Each PhD award includes:

• full UK/EU Fees (UKRI rate)
• an annual living allowance of £14,777 (minimum UKRI rate)
• a Research Training grant that provides costs for consumables, travel, conferences, etc
• placement opportunities with industrial partners

Please note that only UK Nationals automatically qualify for a full studentship award (fees and stipend) under the UKRI Terms & conditions. Additional eligibility terms apply for EU &International students. Please enquire directly to each CDT.

Please apply via our Postgraduate Admissions portal. Please ensure you refer to the application guidance on the relevant CDT webpage.