Finding and measuring growing black holes in the next generation of astronomical surveys at University of Sheffield 2026

Eligibility:

• The Finding and Measuring Growing Black Holes in the Next Generation of Astronomical Surveys scholarship is available to students worldwide who have a strong academic background in astrophysics or a related field.
• Ideal candidates will have an interest in exploring the processes that drive supermassive black holes to accrete material and influence galaxy evolution.
• Applicants should be motivated to work with large-scale data from upcoming surveys like Rubin’s Legacy Survey of Space and Time (LSST).

Application Process:

• To apply for the scholarship, candidates must follow the instructions provided on the University of Sheffield’s PhD application page.
• For full consideration for an STFC funded PhD studentship please apply before 31st January 2026.

Benefits and Value:

• The Finding and Measuring Growing Black Holes scholarship offers significant funding, providing tuition fees coverage and a living stipend for the successful candidate.
• Students will gain hands-on experience in data mining and analysis, working with vast datasets from future surveys such as LSST.