PhD Studentship: Virtual Tools for Powertrain NVH Refinement

Project details

Powertrain Noise, Vibration and Harshness (NVH) is an important indicator that affects the perception of vehicle quality. The automotive industry invests significant resources (simulation and experiment) to design vehicle models with superior NVH performance.

The Dynamics Research Group in the Wolfson School of Mechanical, Electrical and Manufacturing Engineering is working closely with Ferrari S.p.A, aiming to develop novel approaches, methods, and virtual tools to study and refine the NVH attributes of automotive powertrains.

The project is suitable for students who have either an engineering or a physics background. Regular reporting and interactions with the automotive OEM are also requirements. Visits to the Headquarters in Italy are part of the training and dissemination activities.

By completing the PhD programme, you will become a future leader in NVH technology of automotive powertrains, having collaborated with one of the most prominent companies worldwide.

Supervisors

Primary supervisor: Stephanos Theodossiades

Secondary supervisors: Anal Hajjaj and Nick Morris

Entry requirements

Our entry requirements are listed using standard UK undergraduate degree classifications i.e. first-class honours, upper second-class honours and lower second-class honours.

Entry requirements for United Kingdom

A minimum of an upper-class honours degree (2:1) or overseas equivalent in Engineering or Physics, or equivalent relevant industrial experience.

English language requirements

Applicants must meet the minimum English language requirements. Further details are available on the International website.

Fees and funding

Tuition fees for 2024-25 entry

UK fee

Fully funded full-time degree per annum

International fee

Fully funded full-time degree per annum

Tuition fees cover the cost of your teaching, assessment and operating University facilities such as the library, IT equipment and other support services. University fees and charges can be paid in advance and there are several methods of payment, including online payments and payment by instalment. Fees are reviewed annually and are likely to increase to take into account inflationary pressures.

The studentship is for 3 years and provides a tax-free stipend of £19,237 per annum for the duration of the studentship, plus tuition fees at the UK rate. International students are welcome to apply and a strong candidate may secure a fee waiver for the difference between UK and International tuition fees. This project is funded between Loughborough University and Ferrari S.p.A

How to apply

To apply please click above 'Apply' Button. Under programme name, select ‘Mechanical and Manufacturing Engineering/Electronic, Electrical & Systems Engineering’ and quote the advert reference number FP-ST-2024 in your application.

To avoid delays in processing your application, please ensure that you submit your CV and the minimum supporting documents.

The following selection criteria will be used by academic schools to help them make a decision on your application.

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