Fully Funded PhD Opportunities at Queen’s University Belfast
Institution: Queen’s University Belfast, Northern Ireland
Application Deadline: February
Program Type: Fully Funded PhD Positions
Location: Belfast, Northern Ireland
Eligibility: Master’s degree holders
How to Apply
Submit your application through the University’s Online Application Portal. Early applications are encouraged.
Research Areas Overview
Cybersecurity & Cryptography
Program Title
Research Focus
Key Areas
Side-channel Analysis (FPGA)
Post-Quantum Cryptography
CRYSTALS-Kyber, Hardware Implementation
Micro Shuffling Analysis
Lightweight Crypto Implementation
Side-channel Protection, Microcontroller
Explainable ML for Side-channel Analysis
Machine Learning Security
DPA, CPA, Protected Implementations
Anti-counterfeiting for IoT
IoT Security
Botnet Prevention, Device Protection
Post-Quantum Digital Signatures
Future Cryptography
Authentication, TLS Protocols
Secure Computation
Advanced Cryptography
Homomorphic Encryption, Privacy
Communications & Antenna Technology
Program Title
Research Focus
Key Areas
Millimeter-Wave Antennas
6G Networks
Dual-Function, MIMO Radar
Sub-Terahertz Antennas
3D Integration
G-band, RF Integration
Sub-Millimeter Wave Systems
Imaging Applications
300/500 GHz, High Resolution
Cell-Free Massive MIMO
6G Security
Machine Learning, Signal Processing
Computing & Software Systems
Program Title
Research Focus
Key Areas
Digital Twins
Edge Computing
Cloud-Edge Integration
Chatbot Development
Serverless Computing
FaaS, Nanoservices
Research Software Management
Technical Debt
Software Engineering
Graph Processing
High-Performance Computing
Distributed Systems
Molecular Dynamics
ML-Based Prediction
Algorithm Optimization
AI & Machine Learning
Program Title
Research Focus
Key Areas
Object Detection
Attention Mechanisms
Signature Learning
LLM Security
Privacy Risks
Defensive Strategies
Generative AI Security
Cybersecurity
Malware Detection
Hyperspectral Imaging
Self-supervised Learning
Image Analysis
Data Security & Privacy
Program Title
Research Focus
Key Areas
Password Authentication
Precomputation Attack
PAKE Mechanisms
Record Linkage
Healthcare Data
Privacy-Preserving Methods
Secure Searching
Cloud Computing
Multi-client Systems
Compliance Management
Causal Networks
Regulatory Standards
Key Benefits
Full funding for the duration of the PhD
Access to state-of-the-art research facilities
Collaboration opportunities with industry partners
International research environment
Application Requirements
Master’s degree in a relevant field
Strong academic background
Research proposal
English language proficiency
Academic references
Research Impact Areas
Next-generation wireless communications (6G)
Quantum-safe cryptography
Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning
Healthcare technology
Cybersecurity
Edge computing and cloud systems
Industrial applications
Environmental monitoring
Contact Information
For detailed information about specific programs and application procedures, visit the Queen’s University Belfast official website or contact the respective department directly.
Note: All positions listed have an application deadline. Early applications are encouraged as positions may be filled before the deadline.