£1.2 million boost for postgraduate training at Durham University

We use cookies to ensure that we give you the best experience on our website. You can change your cookie settings at any time. Otherwise, we'll assume you're OK to continue. £1.2 million boost for postgraduate training at Durham University Durham University is to receive £1.2 million in Government funding for postgraduate research and training to support PhD students in science and engineering. The investment from the Engineering and Physical Sciences Research Council (EPSRC) will enable the University to increase its number of PhD students, facilitate collaborations with industry and extend the length of support for PhD students dependent on the project. The funding aims to recruit and retain the best students in research careers. Dr Nadja Reissland , Deputy Head of the Science Faculty at Durham University, said: "It is crucial to keep investing in new generations of scientists who can develop new solutions to problems and increase our understanding of challenges we face in the world today.