Become a student

Become a student

Study at the forefront of energy demand research

- Are you interested in energy demand research; a complex interplay of people, buildings and economics? 

- Are you looking for a high level multidisciplinary doctoral training programme (MRes + PhD) in energy which gives you the opportunity to learn from experienced researchers and to undertake original research at a world leading institution? 

- Are you a graduate with a good first degree in one of the following areas; physics, mathematics, engineering, natural sciences, geographical sciences, social sciences, materials science, architecture, planning and surveying or any other built environment disciplines?

  • As one of our students you will join a vibrant and diverse community of academics and graduate students.
  • Join either Loughborough or UCL where you will be supervised by world-leading academics assisted by industry partners and stakeholders providing a route into future employment in the rapidly expanding field of energy demand research.
  • You will gain project and programme management skills; teamwork, communication and leadership skills; and the ability to seek optimal solutions to complex or multifaceted problems.
  • You will receive an enhanced stipend of approx. £17,000 per annum tax free plus UK/EU fees for four years (conditions apply).

For information on how to apply see the apply section!

To register your interest for future years see the contact us section!

"Being a part of the LoLo Centre has been a brilliant opportunity to meet like-minded people from a wide range of backgrounds, it's been very exciting to see this problem from so many different points of view which has given me an appreciation of the breadth of the issue and the number of different aspects that must be addressed in order to tackle it effectively. This multidisciplinary approach in particular is something that I don't think I would have gained in a traditional engineering department and will hopefully give depth and scope to my PhD."Richard Jack, LoLo PhD student, Loughborough

"The MRes in Energy Demand Studies at UCL synthesises current energy demand issues and provides an opportunity to explore the issues from a multi-disciplinary angle and at different scales. It is a privilege to have been taught by the very best in the field and this combined with the nature of the taught element in small groups, supported with regular seminars and tutorials, allowed me to engage at an advanced intellectual level. As a student we also have access to staff's expertise and opportunities to draw on the UCL Energy Institute's research projects and data, supporting our own research interests and pursuits. The programme in particular provides a strong basis to become an independent researcher in the field." Sofie Pelsmakers, LoLo PhD student, UCL Energy Institute