Exciting Opportunity: Join CDT-FORT to Shape the Future of Secure Networks- 12 studentships available for October 2025 entry- apply by 28 th February to secure your place Are you passionate about cybersecurity, AI, and networking? The EPSRC Centre for Doctoral Training in Future Open SecuRe NeTworks (CDT-FORT) offers an unparalleled PhD opportunity. This groundbreaking initiative funded by EPSRC, brings together the world-leading expertise of the University of Surrey and Queen's University Belfast. Program Highlights: Enhanced Stipend: Enhanced fully-funded 4 year PhD scholarships that include a tax free stipend of £22.2k (equivalent to a starting salary of £24.5k in industry) alongside a generous RTSG Four-Year Structure: Year 1 features taught modules to build core skills. Exceptional Facilities & Industry Links: Benefit from expert guidance and cutting-edge research environments and Internship opportunities with our 20 Industry partners including HP, AWS, Intel, Nvidia and more Support for Diversity: Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI) bursaries available. Research Themes: Focus on one of our 4 key themes; Space/Terrestrial Comms and Security, Trustworthy AI for Secure Future Open Networks, Secure and Trustworthy Hardware or AI-assisted Physical Layer Security Additional enhanced training: Leadership, Innovation Public engagement, Hackathons and more Video As global reliance on secure digital systems grows, your research will play a pivotal role in shaping the future. Graduates from CDT-FORT enjoy outstanding employment prospects, thanks to the program’s deep connections with industry leaders. Apply by 28 th February 2025 : Visit our website via the ' Apply ' button above and apply directly to the University of your choice. Questions? Email us at cdtfortqub.ac.uk Don’t miss this chance to define your future and drive innovation in a growing field £22,200 (Circa)