EPSRC Centre for Doctoral Training in Quantum Information Science and Technologies at the University of Sussex 2026

EPSRC Centre for Doctoral Training in Quantum Information Science and Technologies at the University of Sussex

The EPSRC CDT in Quantum Information Science and Technologies offers fully funded, four-year PhD scholarships that cover all tuition fees, provide an annual tax-free stipend, and include a substantial research budget. Stipend rates will differ for both home and international students.

Eligibility Criteria of EPSRC Centre for Doctoral Training in Quantum Information Science and Technologies:

1. The applicant should hold or expect to achieve at least an upper-second class (2:1) undergraduate honours degree (or equivalent), preferably in fields such as Physics, Mathematics, Engineering, Computer Science, Chemistry, or any related discipline.
2. The applicant must meet the English language requirement with an IELTS score of 6.5 overall and at least 6.0 in each section, or an equivalent qualification.
3. The applicant can apply for fully funded studentships available to both UK and international candidates, and applications from under-represented groups in postgraduate research are strongly encouraged.

Application Process: 

1. The application follows a two-step process, beginning with the compulsory pre-application form available on the official QIST-CDT website.
2. After submitting the pre-application, applicants must apply through the University of Sussex postgraduate admissions system, selecting “QUANTUM INFORMATION SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGIES (PhD)” for a September 2026 start.
3. In the funding section of the Sussex application, applicants should clearly mention “EPSRC QIST PhD” to be considered for funding.

Award: An award of GBP 21,780, which is of four-year PhD scholarships that cover all tuition fees, provides an annual tax-free stipend, and includes a substantial research budget.