What is the Sensor CDT?
The EPSRC Sensor CDT, established in 2014, has trained over 120 postgraduate students to become experts in sensor technologies and applications.
Structure of the course
The Sensor CDT is a 1+3 MRes and PhD course.
In the first year, students undertake a Masters of Research in Sensor Technologies and Applications.
In years 2-4, students complete an interdisciplinary research project in one of several departments in the University of Cambridge.
Throughout their time in the Sensor CDT, students engage in a range of continuous training.
Team Challenges
In the summer, our MRes students take part in the Team Challenge, where they solve a real-world sensing problem together.
Sensors Day
Our annual Sensors Day brings together researchers from academia and industry, alongside our students and alumni, to showcase cutting-edge research.
News
1 Apr 2026
Applications for fully-funded studentships have reopened
31 Mar 2026
Leadership change at the Sensor CDT
23 Mar 2026
Sensor CDT at Cambridge Festival 2026!
12 Mar 2026
Sensor CDT MRes students present their projects at first mini-conference
10 Dec 2025
Sensor CDT joins UK TechExpert pilot
12 Nov 2025
Sensors Day 2025
