{"id":756,"date":"2025-12-15T15:10:55","date_gmt":"2025-12-15T10:10:55","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/propakistani.pk\/edunation\/?p=756"},"modified":"2025-12-19T14:06:05","modified_gmt":"2025-12-19T09:06:05","slug":"how-to-get-the-epsrc-fibe3-cdt-generic-studentship-2026-fully-funded-phd-mres-phd-at-cambridge-uk","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/propakistani.pk\/edunation\/guides\/how-to-get-the-epsrc-fibe3-cdt-generic-studentship-2026-fully-funded-phd-mres-phd-at-cambridge-uk\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Get the EPSRC FIBE3 CDT Generic Studentship 2026 \u2013 Fully Funded PhD &amp; MRes\/PhD at Cambridge, UK"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The EPSRC FIBE3 CDT Generic <a href=\"https:\/\/propakistani.pk\/edunation\/scholarships\/epsrc-fibe3-cdt-generic-studentship\/\">Studentship<\/a> 2026 funds students who want to pursue a 1+3 MRes\/PhD research degree at the University of Cambridge. This programme belongs to the EPSRC Centre for Doctoral Training in Future Infrastructure and Built Environment (FIBE3 CDT). Students receive full funding, including tuition and a maintenance stipend. The scholarship targets researchers with strong academic records and clear research potential.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">About the EPSRC FIBE3 CDT Generic Studentship 2026<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Cambridge awards several generic FIBE3 studentships each year. Students submit research proposals aligned with FIBE3 CDT themes. The CDT then matches candidates with a suitable supervisor and project.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>The FIBE3 CDT focuses on areas such as:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Disruptive infrastructure technologies<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Circularity and whole-life approaches<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>AI-driven digitalisation<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Risk-based systems and connectivity<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The programme combines rigorous academic training with practical, industry-focused research.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Why Study in the FIBE3 CDT at Cambridge?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Students benefit in multiple ways:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Full funding: <\/strong>The studentship covers tuition at the home rate and provides a maintenance stipend.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Top-tier research: <\/strong>Cambridge offers world-class facilities for science and engineering research.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Industry collaboration: <\/strong>Students work with partner organisations in the infrastructure and built environment sectors.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Professional development:<\/strong> The CDT provides interdisciplinary training that strengthens academic and professional skills.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Research community:<\/strong> Students join a cohort dedicated to net-zero and sustainable infrastructure research.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Scholarship Summary<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Host Country: <\/strong>United Kingdom<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Host Institution:<\/strong> University of Cambridge<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Programme:<\/strong> FIBE3 CDT Generic Studentship (1+3 MRes\/PhD)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Type:<\/strong> Fully funded studentship (tuition + maintenance)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Funding Body: <\/strong>EPSRC<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Application Deadline:<\/strong> 15 April 2026 (or until funding is filled)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Start Date:<\/strong> October 2026<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Research Themes:<\/strong> Infrastructure technologies, circularity, AI digitalisation, risk systems<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Funding Priority:<\/strong> Home students first; limited international funding may be available later<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Scholarship Benefits<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>The scholarship offers:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Full tuition fee coverage at the home rate for the entire programme<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Annual maintenance stipend based on UK Research Council rates<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Funding for approved research travel or project costs<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Structured professional development through CDT cohort activities and industry engagement<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The studentship allows candidates to focus fully on research without financial stress.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Eligibility Criteria<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Candidates must:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Enrol in an eligible HDR programme (MRes\/PhD) at Cambridge<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Hold a high second-class honours degree (2:1) or higher, preferably at master\u2019s level<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Demonstrate research potential aligned with FIBE3 CDT themes<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Not have income that covers more than 75% of living costs<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Not have completed a degree at the same or higher level than the HDR programme<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Have no more than 12 months of prior HDR candidature<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Not have previously held the same or equivalent scholarship unless permitted<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The scheme prioritises home students but may support international candidates in limited cases.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Required Documents<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Applicants must submit:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Research proposal aligned with FIBE3 CDT themes<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Academic transcripts and degree certificates<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Proof of degree completion or expected results<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>CV and references<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Additional documents as specified by the Graduate Admissions Office<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Students must mention the Generic Studentship in their online application.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Application Process &amp; Timeline<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Choose an HDR programme and secure a research supervisor or project alignment<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Submit the HDR programme application through Cambridge\u2019s graduate portal<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Attach a research proposal highlighting alignment with FIBE3 CDT themes<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Cambridge reviews applications for eligibility, merit, and research potential<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The CDT assigns a supervisor and, if applicable, an industry partner<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The deadline is 15 April 2026, or until studentships are filled<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Shortlisted candidates may be interviewed or assessed<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Applying early increases the chance of securing this competitive studentship.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The EPSRC FIBE3 CDT Generic Studentship 2026 funds students who want to pursue a 1+3 MRes\/PhD research degree at the University of Cambridge. This programme belongs to the EPSRC Centre for Doctoral Training in Future Infrastructure and Built Environment (FIBE3 CDT). Students receive full funding, including tuition and a maintenance stipend. 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