280 Full-time PhD programmes in Civil Engineering & Construction

The Civil Engineering course from Kaunas University of Technology is a double degree programme with the University of Bologna, Italy.

The Civil Engineering programme from the University of Bristol addresses the global need for delivering long-term, sustainable performance of existing and new infrastructure systems.

Dalhousie University's PhD in Civil Engineering programme provides the opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge research that addresses critical infrastructure challenges, develop specialized expertise in areas such as transportation, earth and environment, structures and materials, geotechnical, and petroleum engineering.

As a doctoral research degree in Doctor of Philosophy - Construction Management candidate at Curtin University, you will uncover new knowledge either by the discovery of new facts, the formulation of theories or the innovative reinterpretation of known data and established ideas. 

LSBU is the top modern university in London for world-leading and internationally excellent research in General Engineering, which includes The Built Environment and Architecture research - Research Excellence Framework (REF) 2014. Join the Engineering and the Built Environment programme at London South Bank University.

The Civil and Environmental Engineering PhD at Monash University explores some of society’s biggest challenges with the goal of making long lasting, impactful contributions to global communities.

Receive intensive research training to prepare for doctoral study. The Doctor of Philosophy (Integrated) - Sustainable Industries and Liveable Cities programme from Victoria University  offers an alternative path to a PhD in a broad range of disciplines.

This Civil Engineering (Environmental) PhD programme from Newcastle University is ideal if you are enthusiastic about environmental engineering research. 

Built Environment department at the Eindhoven University of Technology (TU/e) is driven by our ambitions to make a difference. Sustainability, in its broadest definition, is the cornerstone of our research and education. We take the lead in (re)shaping the built environment and making it futureproof, safe, healthy, inclusive and with respect for planetary boundaries.

The Doctoral Programme in Civil Engineering at the Universidade de Aveiro offers a solid education in Civil Engineering, fostering the deepening of knowledge and the development of research skills through a multidisciplinary approach to address global challenges. 

Your PhD will be conducted within one of the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering’s world-class research groups. In the Civil and Environmental Engineering programme of the University of Surrey you’ll work to create smart and clean urban environments within the constraints of space and the challenges of ageing infrastructure.

Complete your Doctor of Philosophy - Sustainable Industries and Liveable Cities programme from Victoria University in a research institute dedicated to improving our cities and communities through scientific, technological, creative and social innovation.

The Architecture, Building and Civil Engineering programme offered from Loughborough University is home to a thriving community of over 60 academic staff, 40 technical and clerical support staff and over 240 active researchers that include fellows, associates, assistants, engineers and doctoral students.

The Civil Engineering (Water Resources) PhD programme from Newcastle University has a broad range of civil engineering water resource research. It has global consequences and our academics are leaders in their field.

Research within Civil Engineering at the University of Dundee is undertaken within two thematic groups, namely Environment and Infrastructure, within which smaller specialised research sub-groups operate.

The Civil Engineering course at University of Canterbury strives to attain the highest possible standards in both teaching and research at graduate level. Students and staff work closely together to extend and challenge their talents and abilities.

The Geospatial Engineering MPhil, PhD programme from Newcastle University aims to foster, promote and conduct research of international quality. We attract high-quality graduates and researchers and train them to international standards.

The Future Innovation in Non-Destructive Evaluation programme from University of Bristol has been created to provide EngD and PhD programmes in the vital field of non-destructive evaluation: an underpinning technology that encompasses a wide range of sensing, imaging and analysis techniques.

Enhance your career by engaging in research that addresses today's societal challenges with the Civil Engineering programme at University of Birmingham.

Research activities within the Civil Engineering degree programmes at Brunel University of London cover a wide-ranging and diverse field of topics.