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Soft Matter for Formulation and Industrial Innovation (SOFI CDT) 2025

Awarded by Engineering and Physical Sciences Research Council (EPSRC)

Scholarship Details

Eligible Degrees

PhD

Funding Type

Full Funding · Full tuition fees + Stipend at EPSRC standard rate + Other benefits

Eligible Courses

Soft Matter Science, Formulation Science, Industrial Innovation in Chemistry/Materials

Eligible Nationalities

Open to UK students, with some EPSRC-eligible EU students considered

Can Be Taken At

University of LeedsUniversity of EdinburghDurham University

Provider

Engineering and Physical Sciences Research Council (EPSRC)

Last Verified On

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Overview

Eligibility Criteria for Soft Matter for Formulation and Industrial Innovation (SOFI CDT) 2025:

Applicants must:

  • Be eligible to pursue a PhD in the UK.
  • Be interested in soft matter, formulation science, and industrial innovation.
  • Meet the admission requirements of Durham University (initial registration) and the participating universities (Durham, Edinburgh, Leeds).
  • Be willing to complete the first six months at Durham University for cohort training before selecting a PhD project at one of the participating universities.

Value of Soft Matter for Formulation and Industrial Innovation (SOFI CDT) 2025:

48-month studentship including:

  • Full tuition fees.
  • Stipend at EPSRC standard rate.
  • Generous allowances for equipment, conferences, and workshops.

Application Process:

Visit the SOFI CDT website for details and application forms.

SIMPLE 5 STEP PROCESS

How to Apply

1

Check Eligibility

Confirm that you meet the scholarship requirements

2

Prepare Documents

Gather all required documents for your application

3

Submit Application

Apply through the official scholarship application process

4

Application Review

The scholarship provider evaluates eligible applications

5

Scholarship Decision

Selected applicants are informed about the final results

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Documents Needed

  • Academic Transcripts (Usually required)

  • Income Certificate (For need-based scholarships)

  • Identity Proof (Usually required)

  • Admission / Offer Letter (For select scholarships)

  • Statement of Purpose (If applicable)

  • Language Test Scores (If applicable)

  • Recommendation Letters (If applicable)

  • Other Supporting Documents (As specified by the scholarship provider)

Note: The exact document requirements vary by scholarship. Always refer to the official application guidelines

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  • The deadline of Soft Matter for Formulation and Industrial Innovation (SOFI CDT) 2025 is Expired.
  • Soft Matter for Formulation and Industrial Innovation (SOFI CDT) 2025 is offered to PhD degree.
  • Soft Matter for Formulation and Industrial Innovation (SOFI CDT) 2025 is offered for Soft Matter Science, Formulation Science, Industrial Innovation in Chemistry/Materials.
  • Soft Matter for Formulation and Industrial Innovation (SOFI CDT) 2025 is open for: Open to UK students, with some EPSRC-eligible EU students considered.
  • Soft Matter for Formulation and Industrial Innovation (SOFI CDT) 2025 is offered by Engineering and Physical Sciences Research Council (EPSRC).
  • Soft Matter for Formulation and Industrial Innovation (SOFI CDT) 2025 covers Full Funding, Full tuition fees + Stipend at EPSRC standard rate + Other benefits.