As a PhD or MPhil student in engineering you will be a member of the College of Engineering, Mathematics and Physical Sciences. The current research activities in engineering cover a wide range of interests within civil, electronic, mechanical, manufacturing and materials engineering, as well as in engineering management. Research funding is obtained from a range of sources such as the UK Engineering and Physical Sciences Research Council, the Department of Trade and Industry, the South West Regional Development Agency, the European Union and local, national and international industry.

A degree in Engineering from Exeter opens many career doors. You will develop a wide range of highly employable skills such as project management, time management, IT and communication alongside specific engineering knowledge. Many leading employers actively target our engineering graduates. Most choose to enter a technical career in industry after their degree, however some prefer to use their skills in more generalist areas such as finance or general management.