Quantum Nano-optical Metadevices PhD Scholarship 2026

Controlling nanoscale light−matter interactions will be foundational for advanced quantum nanophotonic devices, including optically/electrically pumped light sources, switches, modulators, and photodetectors. In this project we will engineer coupling of quantum emitters, such as quantum dots, atomic defects in 2D materials or Moiré superlattices, to metasurfaces for future monolithic chips with indistinguishable emitters.

Summary

1. Application Deadline: July 31, 2026
2. Value: Fully Funded (4-year stipend approx. £31,000/year for UK students)
3. Study Level: PhD
4. Sponsor: University of Southampton
5. Course to Study: PhD Quantum Technology Engineering / Quantum Nano-optical Metadevices
6. Eligible Country: All nationalities

Eligibility Criteria for Quantum Nano-optical Metadevices PhD Scholarship 2026

You must have a UK 2:1 honours degree or its international equivalent.

Benefits of Quantum Nano-optical Metadevices PhD Scholarship 2026

1. Funding is on a competitive basis and within the EPSRC Centre for Doctoral Training in Quantum Technology Engineering at the University of Southampton.
2. UK students receive a 4 year UKRI TechExpert tax-free stipend of around £31k per year (UKRI minimum +£10k).
3. Studentships at the UKRI minimum rate are available for EU and Horizon Europe students and International students. Overseas students who have or are seeking external funding are welcome to apply.
4. While researching your project, you will also receive substantial training in scientific, technical, and commercial skills.

How to Apply

Interested and qualified? Go to University of Southampton on student-selfservice.soton.ac.uk to apply

You need to:

1. choose programme type (Research), 2026/27, Faculty of Engineering and Physical Sciences
2. select Full time or Part time
3. search for programme PhD Quantum Tech Eng
4. add name of the supervisor in section 2 of the application

Applications should include:

1. your CV (resumé)
2. 2 academic references
3. degree transcripts and certificates to date
4. English language qualification (if applicable)

Supervisors: Potential Supervisors.

Contacts:

1. Faculty of Engineering and Physical Sciences
2. If you have a general question, email our doctoral college (feps-pgr-apply@soton.ac.uk).
3. Project leader
4. For an initial conversation, email Dr Giorgio Adamo (G.Adamo@soton.ac.uk).

For more information, kindly visit University of Southampton webpage.

Application Deadline

July 31, 2026

Application Link(s)

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