| Program start date | Application deadline |
| 2024-01-01 | - |
| 2024-04-01 | - |
| 2024-09-01 | - |
Program Overview
This PhD program focuses on solving complex urban sustainability challenges through research in areas such as smart cities, urban resilience, and sustainable technology. Candidates contribute to the research community and receive high-quality supervision from experts in various fields. The program also provides opportunities for collaboration and professional development through the Future Cities Research Network.
Program Outline
Degree Overview:
This program offers research opportunities across the expertise of the School and Faculty, focusing on identifying and solving complex sustainability-related urban challenges in cities worldwide. PhD candidates actively contribute to the School's research community through various areas, ranging from climate change and resilience to smart cities.
Outline:
- Research is carried out across various key themes including:
- Smart Cities
- Urban Resilience
- Sustainable Communities
- Sustainable Technology and Manufacturing
- Building Performance
- Adaptive Reuse
- Quality of Life
- Additional research areas include:
- Built Environment
- Engineering Analysis Simulation and Tribology
- Medical Engineering
- Telecommunications Engineering
- Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning for the built environment
Teaching:
- The program provides high-quality supervision from recognized experts in their respective fields.
- The supervisory staff includes specialists in:
- Additive Manufacturing and material characterization
- Building materials and heritage buildings
- Assessment and design of engineering structures in severe environments
- Public-private partnerships, sustainable construction, and ethics in the built environment
- Resilience-based asset management, water quality, flood management, and sustainable drainage systems
- Community resilience and sustainability
- Biomechanics and orthopaedics
- Additive manufacturing, Industry 4.0, manufacturing simulation, and optimization
- Hydraulic conductivity, detritus flow, soil liquefaction, and finite element analysis
- Sustainable design, cultural design, and urban design implications of time and space concepts
- Sustainability in health and social care environments
- Sustainability, water and energy saving, and thermal and fluid dynamics analysis
- Engineering solutions for business problems
- Cost management, whole-life costing, procurement, and health economics
- Wireless networks, noise cancellation, mobile communications, cybersecurity, and social networks security
- Machine Learning and AI for architectural and urban design
Tuition Fees and Payment Information:
UK students, 2023/24 (per year) £4,712 UK students, 2023/24 (part-time, per year) £2,356 International students, 2023/24 (per year) £15,000 International students, 2023/24 (part-time, per year) £7,500 UK students, 2024/25 (per year) £4,786 UK students, 2024/25 (part-time, per year) £2,392 International students, 2024/25 (per year) £15,900 International students, 2024/25 (part-time, per year) £7,950
ARU College
Overview:
ARU College is a pathway provider that offers undergraduate and postgraduate programs designed to prepare students for successful studies at Anglia Ruskin University (ARU). It provides a supportive learning environment and helps students develop the necessary skills and knowledge for higher education in the UK.
Services Offered:
Foundation Pathway:
This program is designed for students who do not meet the entry requirements for direct entry into university-level study. It provides a structured transition from high school to university.First Year Pathway:
This program is for students who need additional support at the start of their university studies. It includes the first-year curriculum of an ARU degree with extra academic contact hours and support services.Interactive Learning Study Skills Tuition:
This module focuses on developing essential academic skills such as writing, presentation, and research.Subject-Specific Mentoring and Support Sessions:
These sessions provide students with personalized guidance and assistance from academic staff.Student Services:
ARU College offers a range of support services to help students succeed, including academic advising, career counseling, and personal support.The Collective:
This student-led organization facilitates programs and activities that enhance student life, including skill-sharing, volunteering, and employability workshops.Student Life and Campus Experience:
ARU College has two campuses located in Cambridge and Chelmsford, both offering a vibrant student experience. Students can enjoy the historical charm of Cambridge or the modern amenities of Chelmsford, both within easy reach of London and other European destinations. The campuses provide access to various facilities, including libraries, computer labs, and student common areas.
Key Reasons to Study There:
Supportive Learning Environment:
ARU College provides a nurturing and supportive environment for students to thrive academically.Experienced and Dedicated Staff:
The college boasts a team of experienced and dedicated staff who are committed to student success.Flexible Pathways:
ARU College offers various pathways to suit different academic needs and backgrounds.Access to ARU Degrees:
Successful completion of an ARU College pathway leads to a Bachelor's (Hons) degree from Anglia Ruskin University.Vibrant Student Life:
Students can enjoy a rich and diverse student life with opportunities for social interaction, extracurricular activities, and personal development.Academic Programs:
ARU College offers a wide range of undergraduate and postgraduate programs across various disciplines, including:
- Architecture
- Art and Design
- Business
- Engineering, Computing and Technology
- English, Media, Drama and Writing
- Health and Social Care Professions
- Humanities and Education
- Law and Policing
- Music
- Medical and Life Science
- Psychology
- Sports Science
Entry requirements
MPhil or PhD with progression from MPhil: You’ll need a Bachelors degree or equivalent with first or upper second class honours, in a related subject area. PhD: You’ll need a Masters degree or equivalent in a related subject area. Please note we consider candidates for PhD with progression from MPhil in the first instance. If you want to be considered for direct entry to the PhD route then this can be discussed at interview if you are shortlisted. Please note you’ll also need to provide academic justification for this request. If English is not your first language, you'll require a minimum IELTS score of 6.5, with a minimum of 5.5 in each component (or equivalent test). If you don't meet our English language requirements, we offer a range of courses which could help you achieve the level required for entry.
