Program Overview

PhD Construction Management and Economics

Overview

We’re the number one London modern university for overall score in Building (Complete University Guide 2021).

The wide range of research activities in our School, together with the mix of academic staff, post-doctoral research fellows and visiting professors, allows us to offer a stimulating and diverse environment.

Research Centres

Research in the area of construction management economics is carried out by specialist centres. Most academic staff belong to one or more of these and research students can expect to join a small team working on particular problems.

• Construction, Property and Surveying

Research Areas and Themes

Research areas and themes where we are able to offer supervision include:

• Construction and project management
• Strategic management of property, facilities, and the built asset
• Economics of construction, property and housing
• Planning of the built asset and its environment
• Building information modelling, and IT in construction
• Managing People, risks, safety, and value
• Innovations, knowledge, and intangible assets
• Procurement and contracts
• Supply chains and networks
• Strategic IT in construction
• Managing data and its impact
• Modern methods of construction
• Housing and property investment
• Sustainability development
• Urban resilience
• Ageing research in the built and human environments
• Green construction
• Energy and resource efficiency
• Monitoring energy demands
• Energy assessment, measurement and performance of buildings
• Renewable energy in cities, communities and districts
• Disaster resilience

Mode, Duration, and Start Date

• Mode: Full-time, Part-time, Distance learning
• Duration: 3 years (Full-time), 5 years (Part-time), 6 years (Distance learning)
• Start date: January, April, September

Entry Requirements

• UK Qualifications: At least a 2:1 honours degree from a UK University, or an equivalent qualification
• International Qualifications: Equivalent qualification from a recognized institution
• English Language Requirements: IELTS score of at least 6.5 at postgraduate level

Fees

• UK: £5010 (Full-time), £3006 (Part-time), £5010 (Distance learning)
• International: £17600 (Full-time), £10560 (Part-time), £5010 (Distance learning)

Careers

• Employability Service: Free employability workshop and events, online job board, and career guidance
• Research Skills Development: Key Skills Development programme, training in research methods, and language courses
• Transferable Skills: Self-discipline, analytical thinking, and ability to turn criticism into constructive feedback
• Attending Conferences: Sponsored to attend national and international conferences to present research findings

Contact Information

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