Program Overview

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PhD, MPhil, MRes Civil & Environmental Engineering

The University of Strathclyde offers a range of postgraduate research opportunities in Civil & Environmental Engineering, including PhD, MPhil, and MRes programs. These programs are designed to provide students with the opportunity to work on cutting-edge research projects, develop their skills and expertise, and contribute to the advancement of knowledge in their field.

Research Opportunities

The Department of Civil & Environmental Engineering has a strong research focus, with a wide range of research areas and projects available for students to work on. Some of the current research opportunities include:

• New materials for 'green', large scale clean-up of contaminated water
• AI approaches and automatic uncertainty for robust, reliable, and trustful digital twin: application to sustainable critical infrastructure and systems
• Clean Energy - Understanding hydrate formation in porous rock for enhanced geothermal energy
• Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR) in the Environment
• Verifiable and efficient simulation for structural-health digital twins
• Creating 'green' cements from incinerator waste ash – a crystal-chemical study of ion binding in the glassy and mineral phases
• Digital technologies for Resilient & Sustainable Infrastructures
• Optimizing green infrastructure for rainwater harvesting: converting stormwater into a valuable water resource
• Novel sustainable retrofitting techniques to mitigate building/infrastructure damage due to drought-induced ground subsidence

What You'll Study

The PhD, MPhil, and MRes programs in Civil & Environmental Engineering offer students the opportunity to work on a wide range of research topics, including:

• Ground Engineering & Engineering Geosciences
• Water, Environment, Sustainability & Public Health
• Intelligent Infrastructure

The MRes degree is specific to the following programs:

• Geoenvironmental Engineering
• Integrated Pollution Prevention & Control
• Climate Change Adaptation

The Industrial Doctorate Programme allows students to remain in full-time employment while working on a PhD relevant to their area of work.

Our Research Facilities & Expertise

The Department of Civil & Environmental Engineering has a range of state-of-the-art research facilities, including:

• Geomechanics Laboratory
• Environmental Chemistry Laboratory
• Microbiology Laboratory
• Structures Laboratory
• Numerical Modelling of Geomaterials
• Field Investigation Capabilities

The department also has a range of international research collaborations, including activities in Brazil, Canada, Cuba, India, Kenya, Malawi, Swaziland, Thailand, and the United States.

Staff Excellence

The staff in the Department of Civil & Environmental Engineering are experts in their fields, with a range of prestigious awards and achievements, including:

• Saltire Award 2023 - Professor Zoe Shipton
• Awarded an OBE in the 2022 New Year Honours List for services to geosciences and climate change mitigation - Professor Zoe Shipton
• Telford Premium Prize 2023 - Dr Enrico Tubaldi
• Awarded a 5-year extension to her Royal Academy of Engineering Chair, with continued sponsorship from BAM Nuttall in 2023 - Professor Rebecca Lunn
• Fellow of the Royal Society of Edinburgh (RSE) (2014); Geological Society of London Aberconway Medal (2011) for distinction in the practice of geology with special reference to work in industry - Professor Rebecca Lunn

Student Success

The department has a range of successful students, including:

• Kanzis Mattu, PhD student, who has been awarded £1k funding from the Met Office to formally recognize and support her continued collaboration with the Met Office
• Hamish Dow, PhD student, who has won the Institution of Civil Engineers (ICE) Scotland's Emerging Engineer 2024 award
• Magdalena Raykova, PhD student, who has won an Innovate UK ICURe award in 2024 to commercialise her PhD project
• Rachel Bray, PhD student, whose research paper has been awarded 'Highly Commended' in the Research Design and Methods category of the RGS-IBG Energy Geographies Postgraduate Paper Prize

Fees & Funding

The fees for the PhD, MPhil, and MRes programs in Civil & Environmental Engineering are as follows:

• Scotland: £4,786 (2024/25), £5,006 (2025/26)
• England, Wales & Northern Ireland: £4,786 (2024/25), £5,006 (2025/26)
• Republic of Ireland: If you are an Irish citizen and have been ordinary resident in the Republic of Ireland for the three years prior to the relevant date, and will be coming to Scotland for Educational purposes only, you will meet the criteria of England, Wales & Northern Ireland fee status
• International: £27,500 (2024/25), £30,250 (2025/26)

Some projects may have research costs in addition to the tuition fees. Assessment is made on a case-by-case basis.

Support & Development

The department offers a range of support and development opportunities for students, including:

• Postgraduate Certificate in Researcher Professional Development (PgCert RPD)
• Careers Service
• Student support services, including financial advice and IT facilities

Apply

To apply for the PhD, MPhil, or MRes program in Civil & Environmental Engineering, you will need to provide the following:

• Copies of transcripts and certificates of all degrees (in English)
• Two references, one of which must be academic
• An updated CV, detailing research and/or industry experience along with details of your publications
• A research statement, outlining your research interests and future career aspirations (this is mandatory for PhD, MPhil, and MRes applicants)

You can apply for the program online, and you will be asked to provide the above information as part of the application process.

Entry Requirements

We look for a first-class or upper second-class UK Honours degree, or overseas equivalent, in a relevant discipline, from a recognised educational institution.

Supervisors

Research supervisors are assigned to you by the Department of Civil & Environmental Engineering. Let us know in your application who you'd like to work with, but the department will team you up with the best supervisor for your project.

International Students

We've a thriving international community with students coming here to study from over 140 countries across the world. Find out all you need to know about studying in Glasgow at Strathclyde and hear from students about their experiences.

Start Dates

The start dates for the PhD, MPhil, and MRes programs in Civil & Environmental Engineering are as follows:

• Full-time: October 2025 - September 2026
• Part-time: October 2025 - September 2026

Contact

For more information about the PhD, MPhil, and MRes programs in Civil & Environmental Engineering, please contact the department directly.

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