PhD Advanced Technology Institute in Guildford United Kingdom | University of Surrey

The Advanced Technology Institute (ATI) stands as one of the University's premier global research hubs. As a doctoral candidate, you'll collaborate with fellow ATI experts across diverse fields like quantum computing, nanoscale science, sustainable energy, high-frequency engineering, and novel materials. With 160 researchers - spanning engineering, physics, materials science, biology, and chemistry - the institute fosters an interdisciplinary environment where PhD scholars constitute nearly half the team. Your research journey will likely involve global scientific partnerships, broadening your international perspective. Through the Doctoral College, you'll gain essential training to evolve into an independent researcher capable of pioneering future technological breakthroughs.

The ATI's state-of-the-art facilities - supported by over £40 million in funding - provide cutting-edge tools for fabrication, analysis, and simulation. These resources empower you to explore new frontiers in physics and engineering while engaging with industrial partners across different scales. You'll have the opportunity to join relevant professional bodies, typically including the IET and/or IOP as an associate member, with eligibility for full membership after three years of postgraduate work. The University of Surrey's research excellence is demonstrated by its REF 2021 rankings: 15th nationally for engineering research power and top 20 for overall research output quality across all disciplines.