The Grantham Institute PhD Network
The Grantham Institute funds PhD studentships and is a hub for doctoral students researching climate change and environmental science across Imperial.
Grantham PhD network
Grantham PhD network current students
In October 2025, the Grantham Institute welcomed eleven new students to their PhD network. These students, funded by NERC and the Grantham Institute, are joining existing SSCP DTP cohorts and taking part in climate change and environmental training and engagement activities. Meet our 2025 intake here.
A generous legacy donation to Imperial has provided funding for eight PhD studentships researching energy-related challenges. Meet Taylor PhD students.
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Science and Solutions for a Changing Planet DTP
The Science and Solutions for a Changing Planet Doctoral Training Partnership (SSCP DTP) is a NERC-funded doctoral training programme led by Imperial. It has been hosted by the Grantham Institute, working with six core partners and over 20 Imperial Departments since 2015. The SSCP DTP has brought together and trained a new generation of environmental experts and leaders to tackle some of the toughest challenges of our time. The SSCP DTP welcomed its final student cohort in autumn 2024. Find out more about the programme.
Current studentship and network opportunities
The Grantham Institute also offers fully funded PhD studentships. The award covers provides 3.5 years of funding to include tuition fees, a maintenance stipend and research expenses associated with the project. Find out more about current opportunities.