About this course
Loughborough University offers PhD Materials as a 3-year doctoral Ph.D. programme in Materials and Mineral Engineering. Based in Loughborough, the programme is delivered by the university's specialist faculty and welcomes international applicants from across Africa and beyond.
Tuition is £28,600 per year. English-language entry requires IELTS 6.5 overall or TOEFL iBT 88. Intakes run across 5 windows (Study Period (July), 2026 and Summer (April), 2026…).
Scholarships are available to international applicants.
BDM Consult's advisors can guide you through entry requirements, scholarship eligibility, and visa support — from initial application to offer letter.
Entry requirements
A 2:1 honours degree (or equivalent international qualification) in a relevant subject.
Scholarships
Scholarships are available for this course. Speak to a BDM advisor for the latest funding and eligibility details.
Intake dates
- ▸Study Period (July), 2026
- ▸Summer (April), 2026
- ▸Autumn 2 (October), 2026
- ▸July, 2027
- ▸Study Period (February), 2027
Application deadlines differ per intake. Speak to BDM for the latest cut-off dates.