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A member of staff, expert in your chosen field, is directly responsible for guiding and supporting your research programme.

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You'll gain support from other doctoral students at our monthly Doctoral Support Group.

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Top 10 for research intensity in the UK (Complete University Guide 2020)..

Overview

Commitment to quality

This programme provides specialist study for graduates intending to work in research and development environments in a variety of scientific and engineering disciplines. You'll develop your ability to apply engineering principles and develop commitment to quality practice. An expert in your chosen field will guide your research programme and you'll become part of our thriving academic community.

Centre for Biomedical Engineering and Communications (BiMEC)

The School of Engineering has a strong culture of research and enterprise. Research Excellence Framework (REF) awarded 80% of LSBU's research into General Engineering the two highest quality ratings (4* or 3*) for 'impact' (research and significance).

Research areas

We offer several research centres/areas you can join:

  • Advanced Materials
  • Big Data and Informatics
  • Biomedical and Communications
  • Energy and the Environment
  • Intelligent Monitoring and Asset Management
  • Robotics

Advantages of a PhD

A PhD, by definition, is an original contribution to knowledge. It is distinct from a taught Masters in that your final output will be an extended dissertation or creative project relevant to your field of interest, rather than module-based coursework and exams.

Research students are expected to self-direct their learning with support from a supervisory team.

Careers

Employability Service

At LSBU, we want to set you up for a successful career. During your studies – and for two years after you graduate – you’ll have access to our Employability Service, which includes:

  • Free employability workshop and events for student all year round, more details can be found on our event section.
  • Online board where you can see a wide range of placements: part-time, full-time or voluntary. You can also drop in to see our Job Shop advisers, who are always available to help you take the next step in your search.
  • LSBU Careers Hub offering group workshops on CVs, interview techniques and support, guidance on future careers, as well as loads of career resources, connecting you with employers, exciting events, 1-1 support and relevant workshops.

Our Student Enterprise team can also help you start your own business and develop valuable entrepreneurial skills.

Research skills development

All research students are required to participate in a Key Skills Development programme aimed at developing transferable skills in addition to those employed in carrying out research. Training in research methods is available through frequent research seminars.

When necessary the research student can follow, in part, relevant Masters courses available within the School and in particular units on research methodology. In some cases, research students are encouraged to follow other courses available within the University or externally aimed at improving their general expertise in their chosen areas.

In addition, they may be encouraged to follow language courses aimed at improving their oral and written skills - both essential in their future careers.

Transferable skills

A research degree will equip you with many transferable skills. The self-discipline, the demand for clear analytical thinking, and the ability to turn criticism of others work into something constructive of your own, all constitute a unique training for almost any kind of career. The excitement and satisfaction of finding new facts, a new idea, or a new way of looking at something can be highly rewarding.

Attending conferences

Research students are often sponsored to attend national and international conferences to meet leading scientists in their fields and to present their research findings. The progress of all research students is formally monitored by the University's Research Degree Committee.


LSBU CareerSmart is your ultimate gateway to career success. Our innovative programme is designed to ensure you graduate with more than just a degree, providing the support you need to stand out in a competitive job market. We've got all the tools you need, including:

  • AI Powered Career Sets - Get instant personalised feedback on your CV and cover letter by submitting it via our AI powered career tool.
  • Gamification Interviews - Get ready to pass those interviews with unlimited training access to our gamification interviews and psychometric tests!
  • Personalised Career Development Dashboard - Keep up with your skills progression with free access to practical assessments, LinkedIn learning, mentoring, and industry-standard facilities.

We understand that you’re in the driver’s seat of your career, which is why we’re committed to matching your passion and energy every step of the way.

Find out more

Entry Level Requirements

Applicants for a Research Degree programme at LSBU are usually expected to have at least a 2:1 honours degree from a UK University, or an equivalent qualification. Please also supply two academic references as part of your application. You will also be required to show proof of all of your qualifications.

If English is not your first language, you will be required to prove your competency in English, showing an IELTS score of at least 6.5 at postgraduate level. Before an offer is made, you will be invited to an interview with your potential supervisor, in person or by telephone.

Choose your country

  • Afghanistan
  • Albania
  • Algeria
  • Angola
  • Argentina
  • Australia
  • Austria
  • Azerbaijan
  • Bahrain
  • Bangladesh
  • Barbados
  • Belgium
  • Botswana
  • Brazil
  • British Council Women in STEM Scholarships
  • Bulgaria
  • Cambodia
  • Cameroon
  • Canada
  • Chile
  • China
  • Colombia
  • Croatia
  • Cyprus
  • Czech Republic
  • Denmark
  • Dominican Republic
  • Egypt
  • Estonia
  • Ethiopia
  • Finland
  • France
  • Gambia
  • Georgia
  • Germany
  • Ghana
  • Greece
  • Hungary
  • India
  • Indonesia
  • Iran
  • Iraq
  • Ireland
  • Italy
  • Jamaica
  • Japan
  • Jordan
  • Kazakhstan
  • Kenya
  • Kuwait
  • Latvia
  • Lebanon
  • Libya
  • Lithuania
  • Luxembourg
  • Malaysia
  • Malta
  • Mauritius
  • Mexico
  • Mongolia
  • Morocco
  • Myanmar
  • Nepal
  • Netherlands
  • New Zealand
  • Nigeria
  • Norway
  • Oman
  • Pakistan
  • Poland
  • Portugal
  • Qatar
  • Romania
  • Russian Federation
  • Saudi Arabia
  • Senegal
  • Serbia
  • Sierra Leone
  • Singapore
  • Slovakia
  • Slovenia
  • Somalia
  • South Africa
  • South Korea
  • Spain
  • Sri Lanka
  • Sweden
  • Switzerland
  • Thailand
  • Trinidad and Tobago
  • Tunisia
  • Turkiye
  • Uganda
  • Ukraine
  • United Arab Emirates
  • United States of America
  • Uzbekistan
  • Venezuela
  • Vietnam
  • Zambia
  • Zimbabwe

Need further information?

Call us on 0800 923 8888 to discuss entry requirements.

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Apply

Course delivery modes and application methods

Mode Duration Start date Application code Application method
Full-time 3 years January; April; September 9043 Direct to LSBU
Part-time 5 years January; April; September 9049 Direct to LSBU
Distance learning 6 years January; April; September 9067 Direct to LSBU

Home/EU postgraduate students and research students should apply through our dedicated application system.

Full details of how to do this are supplied on our How to apply section for postgraduate students and our How to apply section for research students.

International applicants should use our international application system. Full details can be found on our How to apply section for international students.

See our admissions policy (PDF File 1,043 KB) and complaints policy (PDF File 516 KB).

Considering your application

Your application will be circulated to a number of potential supervisors who will look at your academic qualifications, experience and the research proposal to decide whether your research interest is something that could be supervised at LSBU.

There will also be an interview either by telephone or at the University. If you are successful you will be offered a place on a course and informed of the next enrolment date. The whole process normally takes between six to eight weeks, from receipt of your application to a decision being made about your application at the School.

Research proposal

When applying, please attach an outline of your research proposal or a project summary (up to 1,000 words).

Academic Technology Approval Scheme

If you are a non-EU/EEA national, you may need to apply to the Foreign and Commonwealth Office (FCO) for clearance from the Academic Technology Approval Scheme (ATAS) in order to study this course. This is a requirement for enrolment at the University or for obtaining a Confirmation of Acceptance for Studies (CAS) if you need to make a Tier 4 General visa application.

You can find more information about whether you will require this via the FCO website and in our MyLSBU guide to the Academic Technology Approval Scheme.

The process for getting an ATAS certificate can take some time, so it is important that you check whether you need one as early as possible. Failure to produce a valid ATAS certificate could result in delays to receiving your CAS or we may be unable to enrol you at the University.

The JACS code for this course is H100.

Prepare to start

We help our students prepare for university even before the semester starts. To find out when you should apply for your LSBU accommodation or student finance read the How to apply tab for this course.

Enrolment

Before you start your course we’ll send you information on what you’ll need to do before you arrive and during your first few days on campus. You can read about the process on our Enrolment pages.

How to apply

International students

International applicants can apply directly to LSBU and should consult our international how to apply guide for further information on the application process and key dates.

Accommodation

Prepare to start

Applicant events
After you’ve received your offer we’ll send you emails about events we run to help you prepare for your course. You’ll also be invited to our Applicant Taster Day so keep your eyes peeled!
Enrolment
Before you start your course, we’ll send you information on what you’ll need to do before you arrive and during your first few days on campus. You can read about the process on our enrolment pages.

Fees

United Kingdom

£5190

Tuition fees for home students

International

£18200

Tuition fees for international students

Tuition fees are subject to annual inflationary increases. Find out more about tuition fees for Undergraduate or Postgraduate courses.

full-time

Full-time Year 1 - All Available Courses

PhD General Engineering (FT) - Year 1 FT Southwark SEPT FULL YEAR
The fee shown is for entry 2026/27
UK fee: £5190 International fee: £18200
AOS/LSBU code: 9043 Session code: 1FS00
Total course fee for this location/stream:

* The full amount is subject to fee increases, the total shown below is based on current fees.

UK: £15570
International: £54600
PhD General Engineering (FT) - Year 1 FT Southwark JAN FULL YEAR
The fee shown is for entry 2026/27
UK fee: £5190 International fee: £18200
AOS/LSBU code: 9043 Session code: 1FS10
Total course fee for this location/stream:

* The full amount is subject to fee increases, the total shown below is based on current fees.

UK: £15570
International: £54600
PhD General Engineering (FT) - Year 1 FT Southwark APR FULL YEAR
The fee shown is for entry 2026/27
UK fee: £5190 International fee: £18200
AOS/LSBU code: 9043 Session code: 1FS20
Total course fee for this location/stream:

* The full amount is subject to fee increases, the total shown below is based on current fees.

UK: £15570
International: £54600

Full-time Year 2 - All Available Courses

PhD General Engineering (FT) - Year 2 FT Southwark SEPT FULL YEAR
The fee shown is for entry 2026/27
UK fee: £5190 International fee: £18200
AOS/LSBU code: 9043 Session code: 2FS00
Total course fee for this location/stream:

* The full amount is subject to fee increases, the total shown below is based on current fees.

UK: £15570
International: £54600
PhD General Engineering (FT) - Year 2 FT Southwark JAN FULL YEAR
The fee shown is for entry 2026/27
UK fee: £5190 International fee: £18200
AOS/LSBU code: 9043 Session code: 2FS10
Total course fee for this location/stream:

* The full amount is subject to fee increases, the total shown below is based on current fees.

UK: £15570
International: £54600
PhD General Engineering (FT) - Year 2 FT Southwark APR FULL YEAR
The fee shown is for entry 2026/27
UK fee: £5190 International fee: £18200
AOS/LSBU code: 9043 Session code: 2FS20
Total course fee for this location/stream:

* The full amount is subject to fee increases, the total shown below is based on current fees.

UK: £15570
International: £54600

Full-time Year 3 - All Available Courses

PhD General Engineering (FT) - Year 3 FT Southwark SEPT FULL YEAR
The fee shown is for entry 2026/27
UK fee: £5190 International fee: £18200
AOS/LSBU code: 9043 Session code: 3FS00
Total course fee for this location/stream:

* The full amount is subject to fee increases, the total shown below is based on current fees.

UK: £15570
International: £54600
PhD General Engineering (FT) - Year 3 FT Southwark JAN FULL YEAR
The fee shown is for entry 2026/27
UK fee: £5190 International fee: £18200
AOS/LSBU code: 9043 Session code: 3FS10
Total course fee for this location/stream:

* The full amount is subject to fee increases, the total shown below is based on current fees.

UK: £15570
International: £54600
PhD General Engineering (FT) - Year 3 FT Southwark APR FULL YEAR
The fee shown is for entry 2026/27
UK fee: £5190 International fee: £18200
AOS/LSBU code: 9043 Session code: 3FS20
Total course fee for this location/stream:

* The full amount is subject to fee increases, the total shown below is based on current fees.

UK: £15570
International: £54600

Full-time Year 4 - All Available Courses

PhD General Engineering (FT) - Year 4 FT Southwark SEPT (Extension - Writing Up)
The fee shown is for entry 2026/27
UK fee: £1280 International fee: £1280
AOS/LSBU code: 9043 Session code: WUS00
Total course fee for this location/stream:

* The full amount is subject to fee increases, the total shown below is based on current fees.

UK: £1280
International: £1280
PhD General Engineering (FT) - Year 1 FT Southwark JAN FULL YEAR (Extension - Writing Up)
The fee shown is for entry 2026/27
UK fee: £1280 International fee: £1280
AOS/LSBU code: 9043 Session code: WUS10
Total course fee for this location/stream:

* The full amount is subject to fee increases, the total shown below is based on current fees.

UK: £1280
International: £1280
PhD General Engineering (FT) - Year 1 FT Southwark APR FULL YEAR (Extension - Writing Up)
The fee shown is for entry 2026/27
UK fee: £1280 International fee: £1280
AOS/LSBU code: 9043 Session code: WUS20
Total course fee for this location/stream:

* The full amount is subject to fee increases, the total shown below is based on current fees.

UK: £1280
International: £1280

part-time

Part-time Year 1 - All Available Courses

PhD General Engineering (DL) - Year 1 PTDL Southwark SEPT FULL YEAR
The fee shown is for entry 2026/27
UK fee: £5190 International fee: £5190
AOS/LSBU code: 9067 Session code: 1DS00
Total course fee for this location/stream:

* The full amount is subject to fee increases, the total shown below is based on current fees.

UK: £25950
International: £25950
PhD General Engineering (PT) - Year 1 PT Southwark SEPT FULL YEAR
The fee shown is for entry 2026/27
UK fee: £3114 International fee: £10920
AOS/LSBU code: 9049 Session code: 1PS00
Total course fee for this location/stream:

* The full amount is subject to fee increases, the total shown below is based on current fees.

UK: £15570
International: £54600
PhD General Engineering (DL) - Year 1 PTDL Southwark JAN FULL YEAR
The fee shown is for entry 2026/27
UK fee: £5190 International fee: £5190
AOS/LSBU code: 9067 Session code: 1DS10
Total course fee for this location/stream:

* The full amount is subject to fee increases, the total shown below is based on current fees.

UK: £25950
International: £25950
PhD General Engineering (DL) - Year 1 PTDL Southwark APR FULL YEAR
The fee shown is for entry 2026/27
UK fee: £5190 International fee: £5190
AOS/LSBU code: 9067 Session code: 1DS20
Total course fee for this location/stream:

* The full amount is subject to fee increases, the total shown below is based on current fees.

UK: £25950
International: £25950
PhD General Engineering (PT) - Year 1 PT Southwark JAN FULL YEAR
The fee shown is for entry 2026/27
UK fee: £3114 International fee: £10920
AOS/LSBU code: 9049 Session code: 1PS10
Total course fee for this location/stream:

* The full amount is subject to fee increases, the total shown below is based on current fees.

UK: £15570
International: £54600
PhD General Engineering (PT) - Year 1 PT Southwark APR FULL YEAR
The fee shown is for entry 2026/27
UK fee: £3114 International fee: £10920
AOS/LSBU code: 9049 Session code: 1PS20
Total course fee for this location/stream:

* The full amount is subject to fee increases, the total shown below is based on current fees.

UK: £15570
International: £54600

Part-time Year 2 - All Available Courses

PhD General Engineering (DL) - Year 2 PTDL Southwark SEPT FULL YEAR
The fee shown is for entry 2026/27
UK fee: £5190 International fee: £5190
AOS/LSBU code: 9067 Session code: 2DS00
Total course fee for this location/stream:

* The full amount is subject to fee increases, the total shown below is based on current fees.

UK: £25950
International: £25950
PhD General Engineering (PT) - Year 2 PT Southwark SEPT FULL YEAR
The fee shown is for entry 2026/27
UK fee: £3114 International fee: £10920
AOS/LSBU code: 9049 Session code: 2PS00
Total course fee for this location/stream:

* The full amount is subject to fee increases, the total shown below is based on current fees.

UK: £15570
International: £54600
PhD General Engineering (DL) - Year 2 PTDL Southwark JAN FULL YEAR
The fee shown is for entry 2026/27
UK fee: £5190 International fee: £5190
AOS/LSBU code: 9067 Session code: 2DS10
Total course fee for this location/stream:

* The full amount is subject to fee increases, the total shown below is based on current fees.

UK: £25950
International: £25950
PhD General Engineering (DL) - Year 2 PTDL Southwark APR FULL YEAR
The fee shown is for entry 2026/27
UK fee: £5190 International fee: £5190
AOS/LSBU code: 9067 Session code: 2DS20
Total course fee for this location/stream:

* The full amount is subject to fee increases, the total shown below is based on current fees.

UK: £25950
International: £25950
PhD General Engineering (PT) - Year 2 PT Southwark JAN FULL YEAR
The fee shown is for entry 2026/27
UK fee: £3114 International fee: £10920
AOS/LSBU code: 9049 Session code: 2PS10
Total course fee for this location/stream:

* The full amount is subject to fee increases, the total shown below is based on current fees.

UK: £15570
International: £54600
PhD General Engineering (PT) - Year 2 PT Southwark APR FULL YEAR
The fee shown is for entry 2026/27
UK fee: £3114 International fee: £10920
AOS/LSBU code: 9049 Session code: 2PS20
Total course fee for this location/stream:

* The full amount is subject to fee increases, the total shown below is based on current fees.

UK: £15570
International: £54600

Part-time Year 3 - All Available Courses

PhD General Engineering (DL) - Year 3 PTDL Southwark SEPT FULL YEAR
The fee shown is for entry 2026/27
UK fee: £5190 International fee: £5190
AOS/LSBU code: 9067 Session code: 3DS00
Total course fee for this location/stream:

* The full amount is subject to fee increases, the total shown below is based on current fees.

UK: £25950
International: £25950
PhD General Engineering (PT) - Year 3 PT Southwark SEPT FULL YEAR
The fee shown is for entry 2026/27
UK fee: £3114 International fee: £10920
AOS/LSBU code: 9049 Session code: 3PS00
Total course fee for this location/stream:

* The full amount is subject to fee increases, the total shown below is based on current fees.

UK: £15570
International: £54600
PhD General Engineering (DL) - Year 3 PTDL Southwark JAN FULL YEAR
The fee shown is for entry 2026/27
UK fee: £5190 International fee: £5190
AOS/LSBU code: 9067 Session code: 3DS10
Total course fee for this location/stream:

* The full amount is subject to fee increases, the total shown below is based on current fees.

UK: £25950
International: £25950
PhD General Engineering (DL) - Year 3 PTDL Southwark APR FULL YEAR
The fee shown is for entry 2026/27
UK fee: £5190 International fee: £5190
AOS/LSBU code: 9067 Session code: 3DS20
Total course fee for this location/stream:

* The full amount is subject to fee increases, the total shown below is based on current fees.

UK: £25950
International: £25950
PhD General Engineering (PT) - Year 3 PT Southwark JAN FULL YEAR
The fee shown is for entry 2026/27
UK fee: £3114 International fee: £10920
AOS/LSBU code: 9049 Session code: 3PS10
Total course fee for this location/stream:

* The full amount is subject to fee increases, the total shown below is based on current fees.

UK: £15570
International: £54600
PhD General Engineering (PT) - Year 3 PT Southwark APR FULL YEAR
The fee shown is for entry 2026/27
UK fee: £3114 International fee: £10920
AOS/LSBU code: 9049 Session code: 3PS20
Total course fee for this location/stream:

* The full amount is subject to fee increases, the total shown below is based on current fees.

UK: £15570
International: £54600

Part-time Year 4 - All Available Courses

PhD General Engineering (DL) - Year 4 PTDL Southwark SEPT FULL YEAR
The fee shown is for entry 2026/27
UK fee: £5190 International fee: £5190
AOS/LSBU code: 9067 Session code: 4DS00
Total course fee for this location/stream:

* The full amount is subject to fee increases, the total shown below is based on current fees.

UK: £25950
International: £25950
PhD General Engineering (PT) - Year 4 PT Southwark SEPT FULL YEAR
The fee shown is for entry 2026/27
UK fee: £3114 International fee: £10920
AOS/LSBU code: 9049 Session code: 4PS00
Total course fee for this location/stream:

* The full amount is subject to fee increases, the total shown below is based on current fees.

UK: £15570
International: £54600
PhD General Engineering (DL) - Year 4 PTDL Southwark JAN FULL YEAR
The fee shown is for entry 2026/27
UK fee: £5190 International fee: £5190
AOS/LSBU code: 9067 Session code: 4DS10
Total course fee for this location/stream:

* The full amount is subject to fee increases, the total shown below is based on current fees.

UK: £25950
International: £25950
PhD General Engineering (DL) - Year 4 PTDL Southwark APR FULL YEAR
The fee shown is for entry 2026/27
UK fee: £5190 International fee: £5190
AOS/LSBU code: 9067 Session code: 4DS20
Total course fee for this location/stream:

* The full amount is subject to fee increases, the total shown below is based on current fees.

UK: £25950
International: £25950
PhD General Engineering (PT) - Year 4 PT Southwark JAN FULL YEAR
The fee shown is for entry 2026/27
UK fee: £3114 International fee: £10920
AOS/LSBU code: 9049 Session code: 4PS10
Total course fee for this location/stream:

* The full amount is subject to fee increases, the total shown below is based on current fees.

UK: £15570
International: £54600
PhD General Engineering (PT) - Year 4 PT Southwark APR FULL YEAR
The fee shown is for entry 2026/27
UK fee: £3114 International fee: £10920
AOS/LSBU code: 9049 Session code: 4PS20
Total course fee for this location/stream:

* The full amount is subject to fee increases, the total shown below is based on current fees.

UK: £15570
International: £54600

Part-time Year 5 - All Available Courses

PhD General Engineering (DL) - Year 5 PTDL Southwark SEPT FULL YEAR
The fee shown is for entry 2026/27
UK fee: £5190 International fee: £5190
AOS/LSBU code: 9067 Session code: 5DS00
Total course fee for this location/stream:

* The full amount is subject to fee increases, the total shown below is based on current fees.

UK: £25950
International: £25950
PhD General Engineering (PT) - Year 5 PT Southwark SEPT FULL YEAR
The fee shown is for entry 2026/27
UK fee: £3114 International fee: £10920
AOS/LSBU code: 9049 Session code: 5PS00
Total course fee for this location/stream:

* The full amount is subject to fee increases, the total shown below is based on current fees.

UK: £15570
International: £54600
PhD General Engineering (DL) - Year 5 PTDL Southwark JAN FULL YEAR
The fee shown is for entry 2026/27
UK fee: £5190 International fee: £5190
AOS/LSBU code: 9067 Session code: 5DS10
Total course fee for this location/stream:

* The full amount is subject to fee increases, the total shown below is based on current fees.

UK: £25950
International: £25950
PhD General Engineering (DL) - Year 5 PTDL Southwark APR FULL YEAR
The fee shown is for entry 2026/27
UK fee: £5190 International fee: £5190
AOS/LSBU code: 9067 Session code: 5DS20
Total course fee for this location/stream:

* The full amount is subject to fee increases, the total shown below is based on current fees.

UK: £25950
International: £25950
PhD General Engineering (PT) - Year 5 PT Southwark JAN FULL YEAR
The fee shown is for entry 2026/27
UK fee: £3114 International fee: £10920
AOS/LSBU code: 9049 Session code: 5PS10
Total course fee for this location/stream:

* The full amount is subject to fee increases, the total shown below is based on current fees.

UK: £15570
International: £54600
PhD General Engineering (PT) - Year 5 PT Southwark APR FULL YEAR
The fee shown is for entry 2026/27
UK fee: £3114 International fee: £10920
AOS/LSBU code: 9049 Session code: 5PS20
Total course fee for this location/stream:

* The full amount is subject to fee increases, the total shown below is based on current fees.

UK: £15570
International: £54600

Part-time Year 6 - All Available Courses

PhD General Engineering (DL) - Year 6 PTDL Southwark SEPT (Extension - Writing Up)
The fee shown is for entry 2026/27
UK fee: £1280 International fee: £1280
AOS/LSBU code: 9067 Session code: WUS00
Total course fee for this location/stream:

* The full amount is subject to fee increases, the total shown below is based on current fees.

UK: £1280
International: £1280
PhD General Engineering (PT) - Year 6 PT Southwark SEPT (Extension - Writing Up)
The fee shown is for entry 2026/27
UK fee: £1280 International fee: £1280
AOS/LSBU code: 9049 Session code: WUS00
Total course fee for this location/stream:

* The full amount is subject to fee increases, the total shown below is based on current fees.

UK: £1280
International: £1280
PhD General Engineering (DL) - Year 1 PT Southwark JAN FULL YEAR (Extension - Writing Up)
The fee shown is for entry 2026/27
UK fee: £1280 International fee: £1280
AOS/LSBU code: 9067 Session code: WUS10
Total course fee for this location/stream:

* The full amount is subject to fee increases, the total shown below is based on current fees.

UK: £1280
International: £1280
PhD General Engineering (DL) - Year 1 PT Southwark APR FULL YEAR (Extension - Writing Up)
The fee shown is for entry 2026/27
UK fee: £1280 International fee: £1280
AOS/LSBU code: 9067 Session code: WUS20
Total course fee for this location/stream:

* The full amount is subject to fee increases, the total shown below is based on current fees.

UK: £1280
International: £1280
PhD General Engineering (PT) - Year 1 PT Southwark JAN FULL YEAR (Extension - Writing Up)
The fee shown is for entry 2026/27
UK fee: £1280 International fee: £1280
AOS/LSBU code: 9049 Session code: WUS10
Total course fee for this location/stream:

* The full amount is subject to fee increases, the total shown below is based on current fees.

UK: £1280
International: £1280
PhD General Engineering (PT) - Year 1 PT Southwark APR FULL YEAR (Extension - Writing Up)
The fee shown is for entry 2026/27
UK fee: £1280 International fee: £1280
AOS/LSBU code: 9049 Session code: WUS20
Total course fee for this location/stream:

* The full amount is subject to fee increases, the total shown below is based on current fees.

UK: £1280
International: £1280

For more information, including how and when to pay, see our fees and funding section for undergraduate students.

The individual fee for this course is shown above. For more information, including how and when to pay, see our fees and funding section for postgraduate students.

At the LSBU Doctoral College we are committed to supporting and developing professional researchers who are driven to make a difference. We have a range of PhD Scholarships available in partnership with businesses and organisations - and when they're available we'll publish notices on the LSBU Doctoral College site.

Bench Fees

Bench fees are a standard part of the PhD fee structure at most reputable institutions and are in addition to the main course fees. They cover study related costs such as specialist equipment, study participant fees, research related travel, lab and research consumables, etc. The bench fee for the PhDs Engineering and Engineering and Built Environment Course fees + 5k lab-based; 2k ICT-based.

Please check your fee status and whether you are considered a Home, EU or International student for fee-paying purposes and for our regulatory returns, by checking at the the UK Council for International Student Affairs (UKCISA) find your fee status page.

Visit our Policies and procedures page for details on fees policies.

Possible fee changes

The University reserves the right to increase its fees in line with changes to legislation, regulation and any government guidance or decisions.

The fees for international students are reviewed annually and the University reserves the right to increase the tuition fees to reflect increased costs of delivery and to maintain an a high-quality student experience. This increase would be no more than Consumer Prices Index (CPI) increases plus 5%.

Scholarships

We offer several types of fee reduction through our scholarships and bursaries. Find the full list and other useful information on our scholarships page.

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