NTNU PhD Scholarship 2026 in Norway | Fully Funded
Apply for the fully funded NTNU PhD Scholarship 2026 in Norway, focusing on computational mechanics of protective structures under blast and impact loading. The application deadline is 15 August 2026.
Overview
The NTNU PhD Scholarship 2026 provides a fully funded doctoral research position at the Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU) in Trondheim, Norway. Hosted within the Department of Structural Engineering, the project investigates whether existing civil infrastructure can withstand modern warfare threats, including missile and drone attacks. The research integrates advanced finite element simulations, blast loading models, and fluid-structure interaction analyses to support civil preparedness and societal resilience.
Benefits
- Gross annual salary of approximately NOK 550,800, depending on qualifications and seniority.
- An exciting research position with an important societal mission in an international environment.
- Career guidance and professional follow-up throughout the three-year PhD period.
- Access to advanced computational resources and recognized expertise in computational mechanics.
- Standard employee benefits as a PhD candidate at NTNU.
Eligibility
- Must hold a relevant Master’s degree in Structural Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Computational Mechanics, or equivalent.
- Coursework must correspond to a five-year Norwegian study path, including 120 credits at the master's level.
- Final-year master's students may apply, provided the degree is obtained and documented by 30 November 2026.
- Requires a strong academic background with an average grade of B or better on the Master’s degree.
- Must meet the admission requirements for the faculty’s doctoral programme.
How to Apply
Applicants must gather all required documentation, including academic transcripts and diplomas, a CV, a copy of the Master's thesis, a research statement of up to 1000 words, a 400-word letter of motivation, any relevant publications, and contact details for three referees. Submissions must be completed electronically through the official Jobbnorge portal before the final date.
Deadline
The closing date for applications is 15 August 2026.