Overview
With climate change and pollution at the forefront of public concern and political debate, we're exploring ways to transform our civil engineering expertise into real-world solutions to the planet's environmental crises.We're finding new ways to make construction projects more efficient, sustainable and environmentally-friendly, searching for sustainable ways of tackling the pollution caused by increased urbanisation, and developing the technology needed to deal with new pollutants – including pharmaceuticals and microplastics – in the environment.
Join us for a Civil Engineering and Surveying degree at University of Portsmouth and you'll have the opportunity to make your own unique contribution to the outstanding work we're doing.
Key facts
- Once you complete your postgraduate research degree, you'll be a highly-skilled researcher with the knowledge and skills to make an impact in many different industries.
- Your postgraduate research qualification demonstrates to potential employers that you're an intelligent, capable and motivated person, with provable abilities and experience in critical thinking, problem-solving, project management, communication, leadership and creativity.
Programme Structure
Civil Engineering PhDs and MPhils
- Explore our pre-approved funded and self-funded PhD projects in Civil Engineering, or submit your own research idea.
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 36 months
- Part-time
- 72 months
Start dates & application deadlines
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We accept applications all year round, but we suggest applying 2–3 months before your chosen start date
Language
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Delivered
Campus Location
- Portsmouth, United Kingdom
Disciplines
Civil Engineering & Construction View 50 other PhDs in Civil Engineering & Construction in United KingdomWhat students do after studying
Academic requirements
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Other requirements
General requirements
- An upper second-class honours degree or equivalent in a relevant subject or a masters degree in an appropriate subject. Exceptionally, equivalent professional experience and/or qualifications will be considered. All applicants will be invited to attend an interview.
Tuition Fees
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International Applies to you
Applies to youNon-residents19200 GBP / year≈ 19200 GBP / year -
Domestic Applies to you
Applies to youCitizens or residents5006 GBP / year≈ 5006 GBP / year
Additional Details
Part-time fees/year:
- UK students: £2,503
- International students:£8,600
Living costs
Portsmouth
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
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Scholarships Information
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