Explore PhD opportunities in Security, Cybersecurity, and Cyber-Physical Risk at UCL

University College London (UCL) offers cutting-edge, fully funded PhD programmes through its renowned Centres for Doctoral Training (CDTs). Become part of an interdisciplinary research community tackling critical challenges in cyber-physical risk, cybersecurity, and crime prevention.

These transformative programmes will place you at the forefront of innovative research while equipping you with transferable skills in innovation, networking, collaboration, and leadership. These opportunities are ideal for ambitious students passionate about addressing global security challenges, cybersecurity threats, and advancing the field of security and crime science.

Join our PhD open evening

Discover more about UCL’s PhD programmes in cybersecurity, security science, and cyber-physical risk at our Open Evening. Meet faculty, current students, and learn about funding and applications.

Date: 6 March 2025 | Time: 6–8pm
Location: In-person at UCL or online via Zoom

Register now for UCL PhD Open Evening.

EPSRC Centre for Doctoral Training in Cyber-Physical Risk

A fully funded, four-year programme preparing future leaders to tackle cyber-physical risks and disinformation. This new centre is led by UCL’s departments of Security and Crime Science (SCS) and Computer Science (CS), and supported by the EPSRC, the UK’s Engineering and Physical Sciences Research Council.

Highlights include:

• Interdisciplinary focus on cyber-physical systems, online communication, and futures studies.
• Collaboration with top organisations like the UK Home Office and Amazon.
• Fully funded studentships are available for eligible Home students, plus a limited number of studentships through partnership with Albion Ventures, supporting entrepreneurial students.

Learn more and how to apply

UCL Centre for Doctoral Training in Cybersecurity

Become a leader in the evolving field of cybersecurity, addressing the societal, commercial, and political implications of emerging technologies. This programme is a collaboration between UCL's departments of Computer Science (CS), Security and Crime Science (SCS), and Science, Technology, Engineering and Public Policy (STEaPP).

Highlights include:

• Expertise in systems security, cryptography, cybercrime, and public policy.
• Cross-sector collaboration with industry, government, and academia.
• Multidisciplinary training across computer science, criminology, economics, and more.

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UCL SECReT: Security and Crime Research Training

Since 2009, UCL SECReT has trained future leaders in security and crime science through interdisciplinary research spanning engineering, social sciences, psychology, and political science. Graduates go on to impactful roles across government, industry, and academia.

Highlights include:

• Research on cybercrime, terrorism, forensic science, and AI-enabled crime threats.
• Membership in the SECReT Society, for seminars, poster sessions, and social events.
• Alumni working in leading organisations like the UK Home Office, Darktrace, and the National Crime Agency.

Discover UCL SECReT and apply now

Find out more about these programmes on 6 March 2025, 6–8pm. Meet the teams, explore funding options, and learn how to apply.

Register now for UCL PhD Open Evening