Overview
Course detail
Your research will be supported by our computational and experimental facilities. We have strong links with industry and excellent employability in the diverse sector of civil engineering.
The Civil Engineering programme of the University of West London invites applications for doctoral research in various topic areas, including:- environment
- sustainability
- water and wastewater Engineering
- energy modelling
- climate change adaptation
- resiliency
- geotechnics
- structures
- transport
- health and infrastructure.
With academic staff with extensive professional experience within a vast array of engineering disciplines, we provide a stimulating and supportive environment where you will benefit from:
- peer feedback and discussion
- a series of master-classes and lectures from industry figures
- support by a supervisor and second supervisor suited to your project.
Programme Structure
To enable you to enhance your professional profile, we support you throughout your research degree by:
- providing research seminars
- organising doctoral events and activities
- facilitating networking and collaboration opportunities
- encouraging and supporting publication and dissemination of your research
- offering opportunities to gain teaching expertise and experience.
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 36 months
- Part-time
- 72 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- StartingApply anytime.
- StartingApply anytime.
Language
Delivered
Disciplines
Civil Engineering & Construction Materials Science & Engineering General Engineering & Technology View 17 other PhDs in Materials Science & Engineering in United KingdomAcademic requirements
English requirements
Other requirements
General requirements
UK:
The minimum entry requirements for a research degree are:
- a good first degree (First Class or Upper Second Class), or equivalent qualification in a relevant field
- a Masters Degree (MA, MSc, MBA or MRes) with Merit, or equivalent postgraduate or research experience.
EU/International:
The minimum entry requirements for a research degree are:
- a good first degree (First Class or Upper Second Class), or equivalent qualification in a relevant field
- a Masters Degree (MA, MSc, MBA or MRes) with Merit, or equivalent postgraduate or research experience.
- Competence in written and spoken English is a pre-requisite for entrance to this programme. An IELTS (International English Language Testing System) score of 6.5 (with no element under 6.0).
Tuition Fee
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International
13250 GBP/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 13250 GBP per year during 36 months. -
EU/EEA
3995 GBP/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 3995 GBP per year during 36 months.
Living costs for London
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
Studyportals Tip: Students can search online for independent or external scholarships that can help fund their studies. Check the scholarships to see whether you are eligible to apply. Many scholarships are either merit-based or needs-based.