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PGR Recruitment Hub

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🎥 Hear from Current Doctoral Researchers

Thinking about a PhD or and EngD but unsure what to expect? Watch our series of interviews with doctoral researchers who share their experiences of applying for, funding and undertaking postgraduate research.

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Abi Atkin (University of Strathclyde, Saturn CDT)

Aisha Mariam (University of Cambridge) 

🎙️ IGNITE your PhD in Energy Webinar

Listen to our panel discussion featuring academic supervisors, a doctoral researcher and professional staff discussing routes into research, overcoming barriers, and creating more inclusive research environments.

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PGR Opportunities - Find energy-related postgraduate research opportunities, including PhDs and EngDs. Applicant Support - Support for applicants from diverse and underrepresented backgrounds to access and succeed in apply for postgraduate energy research opportunities Recruiter Support - Equip recruiters with practical tools and guidance to create inclusive, accessible, and engaging opportunities to attract diverse range of applicants.
Applicant Support - Support for applicants from diverse and underrepresented backgrounds to access and succeed in apply for postgraduate energy research opportunities PGR Opportunities - Find energy-related postgraduate research opportunities, including PhDs and EngDs. Recruiter Support - Equip recruiters with practical tools and guidance to create inclusive, accessible, and engaging opportunities to attract diverse range of applicants.

The IGNITE Network+ Inclusive Energy Postgraduate Research Hub supports fairer, more inclusive pathways into postgraduate research across the UK energy sector. It brings together guidance, tools, and opportunities to help both prospective applicants and recruiters contribute to a more diverse research community.

What the Hub aims to do:

  • Widen access to PGR pathways for prospective researchers from underrepresented and marginalised* backgrounds, especially those exploring opportunities in the energy sector.
  • Provide inclusive, practical guidance that supports applicants to navigate the PGR process with confidence, from understanding what PGR study involves to finding opportunities.
  • Support fair and equitable recruitment, offering tools and resources that help departments, supervisors, and institutions strengthen inclusive practices.
  • Centralise information so all candidates and recruiters can access opportunities and support in one place.

* Who do we mean by “underrepresented”?

We use “underrepresented” to refer to groups who have historically been less visible in postgraduate research or who may experience structural barriers to progression. This includes, for example:

  • people from minoritised ethnic backgrounds
  • disabled students
  • those from lower socio‑economic backgrounds
  • LGBTQ+ applicants
  • women in energy research


These groups, among others, may face additional challenges in accessing PGR opportunities, and the Hub aims to help remove those barriers.

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