Overview

In this Construction and Project Management MPhil/PhD programme from University College London (UCL), students chose their own topic, and research topics tend to fall into the broad areas of management, economics and finance of the built environment. Research can focus upon the current conditions or can adopt a historical perspective, and can be qualitative and/or quantitative in nature.

The University welcomes PhD and MPhil proposals from outstanding applicants related to the above research topics. The research degrees of PhD and MPhil are awarded for the most advanced level of study available at UCL. The aim is to make an original contribution to knowledge leading to the enhancement of academia and practice.

Careers

Many of our PhD students have secured academic positions in top universities and jobs as leading practitioners in major organisations of the private and public sector.

Employability

The programme is intended to supply graduate PhD students with expertise in areas including economics and finance of the built environment, management of project enterprises and project-based networks.

Programme Structure

Research areas:

Management, such as innovation, leadership, organisations, culture, strategy related to projects. enterprises and the construction industry.

Economics and finance, related to construction, real estate, property development, infrastructure, climate change, sustainability.

Data analytics, such as big data, building information modelling, social networks, building services.

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 36 months
Part-time
- 60 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-26 00:00:00

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More details

Students are advised to apply as early as possible due to competition for places.

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

92

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62

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IELTS

6.5

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Credits

360 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

London, United Kingdom

Disciplines

Civil Engineering & Construction Construction Management View 5 other PhDs in Construction Management in United Kingdom

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Academic requirements

GPA

Upper Second Class

English requirements

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92

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62

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6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

Research applicants will normally be required to hold a first or upper-second class Bachelor’s degree from a UK university in an appropriate subject, or a recognised taught Master’s degree. Overseas qualifications of an equivalent standard from a recognised higher education institution are also accepted.
CV
Two references of which at least one should be academic
Academic transcripts provided in English and in electronic format
Proof of English language proficiency
Application fee

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

23350 GBP / year

≈ 23350 GBP / year
Domestic Applies to you

Applies to you

Citizens or residents

5690 GBP / year

≈ 5690 GBP / year

Additional Details

Part-time fees:

UK: £2,845/year
Overseas: £11,860/year

Living costs

London

United Kingdom

1137 - 2157 GBP / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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