Civil Engineering (Water Resources) MPhil, PhD
| Program start date | Application deadline |
| 2023-09-01 | - |
Program Overview
Overview
Our School of Engineering has a successful research group that focuses on water.
The group is striving to make catchments, cities and infrastructure more productive, safer and sustainable
. Our mission is to foster, promote and conduct research of international quality. We attract high-quality graduates and researchers and train them to international standards.
Our range of expertise is broad and includes the development of practical responses to address global change challenges
. This is from a local all the way to the global scale.
Our research themes include:
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Our research themes include:
We supervise MPhil and PhD students in the following areas:
Our research has access to facilities and centres in the Newcastle Institute for Sustainability:
View our Civil Engineering research water research pages.
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Program Outline
Your development
Placement opportunities
We have extensive UK and international contacts. Our research can be carried out in collaboration with industry and government agencies. Research projects are supervised by staff with a wide range of industrial and academic experience.
Faculty of Science, Agriculture and Engineering (SAgE) researcher development programme
Each faculty offers a researcher development programme for its postgraduate research students. We have designed your programme to help you:
Through workshops and activities, it will build your transferable skills and increase your confidence.
You’ll cover:
Your programme is flexible. You can adapt it to meet your changing needs as you progress through your doctorate.
Find out more about the SAgE researcher development programme
Doctoral training and partnerships
There are opportunities to undertake your PhD at Newcastle within a:
Being part of a CDT or DTP has many benefits:
Find out more about doctoral training and partnerships
If there are currently opportunities available in your subject area you’ll find them when you search for funding in the fees and funding section on this course.
The following centres/partnerships below may have PhD opportunities available in your subject area in the future:
Overview:
Newcastle University is a public research university located in Newcastle upon Tyne, England. It is known for its high-quality research and teaching, and its commitment to social justice and engagement.
Services Offered:
The university offers a wide range of services to students, including: *
Careers Service:
Provides guidance and support with career planning, job applications, and internships. *Library:
Offers extensive resources, including books, journals, databases, and study spaces. *Student Support:
Provides a variety of services to help students succeed, including academic support, counseling, and disability services. *Accommodation:
Offers a range of on-campus accommodation options, including halls of residence and self-catered apartments. *Sport:
Provides access to a variety of sports facilities and activities.Student Life and Campus Experience:
Newcastle University offers a vibrant and diverse campus experience. Students can get involved in a wide range of clubs and societies, attend events and lectures, and enjoy the city's nightlife and cultural attractions.
Key Reasons to Study There:
High-quality research and teaching:
Newcastle University is consistently ranked highly in national and international league tables.Strong focus on employability:
The university has a strong track record of preparing graduates for successful careers.Vibrant and diverse campus community:
Students can enjoy a welcoming and supportive environment.Excellent location:
Newcastle is a thriving city with a rich history and culture.Academic Programs:
Newcastle University offers a wide range of undergraduate and postgraduate programs across a variety of disciplines, including: *
Science, Agriculture & Engineering
*Humanities & Social Sciences
*Medical Sciences
Other:
- The university has a strong commitment to sustainability and social justice.
- It is home to a number of research centers and institutes, including the Centre for Ageing and Inequalities and the Centre for Data.
- Newcastle University is a member of the Russell Group, a group of 24 leading research-intensive universities in the UK.
Academic entry requirements
A 2:1 Honours degree, or international equivalent, in a relevant subject. However, combinations of the following can be taken into consideration:
Please contact us if you wish to discuss your individual circumstances.
