Research course

Civil Engineering

Institution
University of Birmingham · Department of Civil Engineering
Qualifications
PhDMPhil

Entry requirements

  • 2:1 Honours degree

    or a first degree of a lower classification, along with an MSc/MRes, or evidence of substantial relevant industrial experience.

Months of entry

Anytime

Course content

Enhance your career by engaging in research that addresses today's societal challenges with a PhD Civil Engineering. By applying our research to real-world scenarios, you'll develop innovative solutions that shape the communities of tomorrow and leave a lasting impact for future generations.

You'll explore a diverse range of research topics, including fluid mechanics and environmental, structural, and transport engineering, opening up numerous opportunities in both academia and industry.

What makes a Civil Engineering PhD at Birmingham different?

Become part of a strong and supportive multidisciplinary research team, building on your academic, engineering and mathematical background from your undergraduate studies. We will train and educate you to become an expert in your chosen field, with guidance from a world-leading supervisor. You'll engage with large research groups, such as structures, geotechniques, hydraulics and wind engineering, resilience and sustainability all conducting frontline research with significant impact. You'll fully embed in these groups and develop relationships across the School of Engineering. Your progress will be monitored, and you'll have access to the broader School of Engineering, including mechanical and Electronic, Electrical and Systems Engineering engineering, ensuring a rich research environment.

  • Benefit from the School of Engineering's ambitious research programs, led by internationally renowned experts in key areas
  • Participate in our annual Postgraduate Symposium conference, connecting with research students across the School of Engineering
  • Attend global conferences and present your work on an international stage
  • Join a vibrant, diverse, and inclusive research community within the School of Engineering, which includes approximately 400 PhD students

Information for international students

Standard English language requirements apply (IELTS 6.0 with no less than 5.5 in any band).

Fees and funding

Please refer to Postgraduate Taught Fees - University of Birmingham for more information.

Qualification, course duration and attendance options

  • PhD
    full time
    36 months
    • Campus-based learningis available for this qualification
    part time
    72 months
    • Campus-based learningis available for this qualification
  • MPhil
    full time
    24 months
    • Campus-based learningis available for this qualification

Course contact details

Name
Admissions Team
Email
eps-apply@contacts.bham.ac.uk