Pre-application workshops

YOUR FULLY FUNDED PHD JOURNEY STARTS HERE...

Passionate about creating a cleaner planet? 

Turn your passion for research into action to achieve NetZero. Join our online pre-application workshop and discover why a PhD with the ReNU⁺ Centre for Doctoral training could launch your career in renewable energy.

• Learn about ReNU⁺– our fully funded PhD programme training the next generation of innovators in clean energy
• Get expert guidance on crafting a strong PhD application
• Hear real experiences from current doctoral researchers
• Ask any questions in an informal setting

Workshop Dates and Times:

• Online Pre-application Workshop 1 – Wednesday 10 December 2025, 1.30pm – 3.30pm
• Online Pre-application Workshop 2 - Saturday 24th January 2026, 11am – 1pm

Please complete the form below to register for the workshops. You can choose which workshop you would like to attend via the drop-down option on the form. Please register for one date only as the content will be the same on both dates.

If you have an issues registering for the pre-application workshops, or you have any questions, please email renu@northumbria.ac.uk.

PhD project opportunities will be posted in early December on the Apply Now page.

Application deadline: Monday 2nd February 2026

PhD start date: 1st October 2026