PhD Scholarship - Resilient Control of Offshore Wind Transmission Systems for a Net-Zero Grid

This PhD scholarship is offered by the EPSRC CDT in Offshore Wind Energy Sustainability and Resilience, a partnership between Durham, Hull, Loughborough and Sheffield Universities. The project focuses on developing grid-forming HVDC control strategies that stabilize voltage and frequency during contingencies and enable fast, oscillation-free restoration after faults in offshore wind transmission systems. The research aims to cut downtime, reduce energy not served, and provide practical support for black-start and re-energisation procedures, directly supporting secure integration of large volumes of offshore wind on the path to net zero. The successful applicant will undertake six months of training with the CDT cohort at the University of Hull before continuing their PhD research at Durham University. The scholarship covers fees plus a stipend and includes comprehensive training in offshore wind sector needs, electromagnetic transient simulation, converter control, and system resilience.