environmental behaviour PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships

Pro-Environmental Behaviour and Life History Theory

In order to tackle the impacts of climate change, it is important that all individuals behave and act in pro-environmental and sustainable ways in all aspects of their lives. Read more

Supervisor: Dr D Farrelly

Year round applications PhD Research Project Self-Funded PhD Students Only

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Pro-environmental behaviour change and the role of zoos

University of Birmingham School of Psychology

The Centre for National Training and Research Excellence in Understanding behaviour (Centre-UB) is inviting applications for a Doctoral Studentship in association with our collaborative partner Twycross Zoo to start in October 2024. Read more

Supervisor: Dr S R Beck

16 May 2024 PhD Research Project Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)

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Radionuclide fate in on-site disposal of activation product contaminated wastes

The University of Manchester Department of Earth and Environmental Sciences

A fully-funded PhD studentship is available to a chemistry or closely related disciplines graduate with interests in environmental chemistry and radioactive waste challenges. Read more

Supervisors: Dr V Coker, Prof K Morris, Prof S Shaw, Prof J Lloyd

30 April 2024 PhD Research Project Funded PhD Project (UK Students Only)

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PhD studentship in Understanding Novel Tungsten High Entropy Alloys Ductile-Brittle & Irradiation Behaviour for Fusion, with UKAEA STEP

University of Birmingham School of Metallurgy & Materials

A 3.5-year UK PhD studentship is available in the group of Dr Sandy Knowles within the School of Metallurgy and Materials at the University of Birmingham. Read more

Supervisor: Dr S Knowles

Year round applications PhD Research Project Funded PhD Project (UK Students Only)

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Investigating environmental redox chemistry of uranium and other key radionuclides using novel electrochemical techniques

The University of Manchester Department of Earth and Environmental Sciences

A fully-funded PhD studentship is available to a chemistry or related discipline graduate with interests in environmental radioactivity. Read more

Supervisors: Prof K Morris, Dr T Neill

30 April 2024 PhD Research Project Funded PhD Project (UK Students Only)

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What can pregnancy tell us about maternal behaviour? A neurohormonal investigation

Anglia Ruskin University ARU School of Psychology and Sport Science

Research Group: Centre for Mind and Behaviour

Research Group. Centre for Mind and Behaviour. Proposed supervisory team. Dr Jane Aspell. Dr Flavia Cardini. Theme. Body and Self. Read more

Supervisors: Dr J Aspell, Dr F Cardini

Year round applications PhD Research Project Self-Funded PhD Students Only

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Demonstration of novel high temperature zirconium alloys under irradiation for generation-IV fission

University of Birmingham School of Metallurgy & Materials

A 3.5-year UK/EU PhD studentship is available in the group of Dr Sandy Knowles within the School of Metallurgy and Materials at the University of Birmingham, with a stipend of at least £18,622 per year (industrial top up of ~£2000 expected). Read more

Supervisor: Dr S Knowles

Year round applications PhD Research Project Funded PhD Project (UK Students Only)

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PhD studentship in the Development of Novel Radiation Tolerant W Alloys for Nuclear Fusion

University of Birmingham School of Metallurgy & Materials

A 3.5 year joint industry funded PhD studentship is available within the School of Metallurgy and Materials at the University of Birmingham to develop new tungsten alloys for nuclear fusion. Read more

Supervisors: Dr S Knowles, Dr M L Lloyd

Year round applications PhD Research Project Funded PhD Project (UK Students Only)

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Behavioural adaptation to environmental change in birds and the implications for conservation

James Cook University College of Science and Engineering

Contact. Dr Lyanne Brouwer. Lyanne.brouwer@jcu.edu.au. College of Science & Engineering. James Cook University, Townsville QLD 4811 Australia. Read more

Supervisor: Dr LB Brouwer

Year round applications PhD Research Project Competition Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)

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MScR - Advancing novel methods of assessing apathy-related behaviour in rodents

University of Bristol School of Physiology, Pharmacology & Neuroscience

Apathy is a multidimensional syndrome consisting of behavioural, emotional and cognitive components that ultimately lead to a loss of motivation to engage with daily life. Read more

Supervisors: Prof E S J Robinson, Dr M Jackson

Year round applications PhD Research Project Self-Funded PhD Students Only

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Self-funded PhD - Fish, predator and collective behaviour

University of Bristol School of Biological Sciences

How do animals interact in groups? What benefits and costs can this bring? What are the ecological effects of social living? How do differences between… Read more

Supervisor: Prof C Ioannou

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Self-funded MSc R- Fish, predator and collective behaviour

University of Bristol School of Biological Sciences

How do animals interact in groups? What benefits and costs can this bring? What are the ecological effects of social living? How do differences between… Read more

Supervisor: Prof C Ioannou

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Geomicrobiological controls on radionuclide speciation and fate during the geodisposal of radioactive waste

The University of Manchester Department of Earth and Environmental Sciences

Context. The UK has been generating electricity from nuclear power for over sixty years. Consequently, the safe disposal of the UK’s existing ~750,000 m3 of radioactive waste is a clear priority. Read more

Supervisors: Prof J Lloyd, Prof S Shaw, Dr A Uknnl

30 April 2024 PhD Research Project Funded PhD Project (UK Students Only)

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Vulnerability of Coastal Energy Infrastructure to Climate and Environmental Change

University of Liverpool School of Environmental Sciences

The EPSRC Centre for Doctoral Training in Net Zero Maritime Energy solutions (N0MES) has a 4-year funded PhD place available for an exceptional researcher. Read more

Supervisors: Prof A Plater, Dr R Smedley, Dr C Lyddon

20 May 2024 PhD Research Project Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)

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Digging into anthropogenic vibrations: investigating the impacts of noise on the physiology and behaviour of benthic and infaunal invertebrates

University of Liverpool Faculty of Science and Engineering

The EPSRC Centre for Doctoral Training in Net Zero Maritime Energy solutions (N0MES) has a 4-year funded PhD place available for an exceptional researcher. Read more

Supervisors: Dr J Thomson, Dr L Roberts

20 May 2024 PhD Research Project Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)

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How do environmental cues affect reproduction?

University of Leeds Faculty of Biological Sciences

This project is available to self funded candidates only. The School of Biology invites applications from prospective postgraduate researchers who wish to commence study for a PhD in the academic year 2024/25. Read more

Supervisors: Assoc Prof E.J. Duncan, Prof A Bretman

Year round applications PhD Research Project Self-Funded PhD Students Only

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Geochemical Controls on Radionuclide Transport and Fate in Sedimentary Rock – A combined experimental and modelling study

The University of Manchester Department of Earth and Environmental Sciences

Context. The UK has been generating electricity from nuclear power for over sixty years. Consequently, the safe disposal of the UK’s existing ~750,000 m3 of radioactive waste is a clear priority. Read more

Supervisors: Prof S Shaw, Prof K Morris, Dr LL Abrahamsen-Mills

30 April 2024 PhD Research Project Funded PhD Project (UK Students Only)

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Geotechnical Seismic Isolation Technology for Global Earthquake Resilience and Environmental Sustainability

Edinburgh Napier University School of Computing, Engineering & the Built Environment

The key idea is that Rubber-Soil mixtures (RSm), derived from car tyres, can be used to modify the foundation and protect civil structures against the action of earthquakes at beneficial economic and environmental costs. Read more

Supervisors: Dr JB Bernal-Sanchez, Dr J McDougall

Year round applications PhD Research Project Self-Funded PhD Students Only

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Long Term Behaviour of Natural Fibre Reinforced Concrete (NFRC)

Aberdeen University School of Engineering

These projects are open to students worldwide, but have no funding attached. Therefore, the successful applicant will be expected to fund tuition fees at the relevant level (home or international) and any applicable additional research costs. Read more

Supervisors: Dr A I Osofero, Prof M Kashtalyan, Prof C Fang

Year round applications PhD Research Project Self-Funded PhD Students Only

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Moisture-induced degradation in masonry structures

University of Salford School of Science, Engineering and Environment

Information on this PhD research area can be found further down this page under the details about the Widening Participation Scholarship given immediately below. Read more

Supervisors: Dr E Majtan, Dr W Wang

Year round applications PhD Research Project Self-Funded PhD Students Only

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PhD Engineering Scholarship: Advanced Composites Materials in non-ambient environmental conditions

University of Sussex School of Engineering and Informatics

The tremendous potential of composite materials in achieving a low-carbon and sustainable future, especially in renewable energy production, sustainable energy storage, and lightweight solutions for sustainable transportation, has been well established. Read more

Supervisor: Dr X Wu

3 June 2024 PhD Research Project Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)

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Development of a Wireless Sensor for Measuring Water Storage in Glaciers

Cardiff University Cardiff School of Earth and Environmental Sciences

PROJECT OVERVIEW. An exciting opportunity to develop a new instrument to study water storage in glaciers. You should have either a background in engineering or environmental science, but with a keen enthusiasm to design, build and field-test an instrument that will need to work in a harsh environment. Read more

Supervisors: Dr M Prior-Jones, Dr A Mason-Jones, Dr J Lees, Dr L Bagshaw

3 June 2024 PhD Research Project Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)

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EPSRC DTP Studentship in ‘Assessing the kitchen ventilation strategies in the context of net zero homes. Nexus between user behaviour and indoor air quality.’

Cardiff University Welsh School of Architecture

This 3.5-year PhD studentship starting October 2024 will examine the ventilation provision (or lack of) in kitchens by extensively studying relevant ventilation strategies. Read more

Supervisors: Dr S BK, Dr S Lannon

19 July 2024 PhD Research Project Competition Funded PhD Project (UK Students Only)

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Integrated design approaches of thermo-active building envelope for near zero carbon buildings and environmental sustainability

Kingston University Faculty of Engineering, Computing and the Environment

The construction sector has seen a high share of energy-related carbon emissions globally due to building operation, posing a great threat to achieving net zero carbon targets by 2050. Read more

Supervisor: Dr J Deng

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Privacy violation and cyber security issues in digital media misinformation during environmental and health crises

Anglia Ruskin University ARU School of Computing and Information Science

Research Group: Cyber Security and Networking Research Group

Research Group. Cyber Security and Networking Research Group. Computing, Informatics and Applications Research Group. Proposed supervisory team. Read more

Supervisors: Dr H Abroshan, Dr L Babu Saheer

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Evaluating the role of Big Data in understanding livestock impacts on the upland landscape

University of Plymouth Faculty of Science and Engineering

Applications are invited for a 3.5 years PhD studentship within the Environmental Intelligence doctoral training programme at the University of Plymouth. Read more

Supervisor: Dr M Whiteside

26 April 2024 PhD Research Project Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)

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Exploring Artificial Intelligence to Develop the Analysis of Acoustic and Archival Telemetry Data: Unveiling Insights into Shark Movement

Edinburgh Napier University School of Applied Sciences

. *Please note that the closing date for this project has been brought forward* . The novel integration of artificial intelligence (AI) in analysing telemetry data represents a paradigm shift, offering unprecedented insights into fish behaviour and responses to environmental changes. Read more

Supervisors: Dr J Thorburn, Prof K Diele, Prof T Horváth

29 April 2024 PhD Research Project Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)

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Adaptation in the extreme: transgenerational impacts of multistressors in rockpool environments

University of the Highlands and Islands Scottish Association for Marine Science

This project is part of the NERC-funded Centre for Doctoral Training, ECOWILD. For more details, and for a full list of projects offered under this programme, please visit. Read more

Supervisors: Dr H Reinardy, Prof JW Weeks, Dr V Pritchard, Prof M Jackson

29 April 2024 PhD Research Project Competition Funded PhD Project (Students Worldwide)

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Droplet Impacts with Functional Surfaces

Aberdeen University School of Engineering

These projects are open to students worldwide, but have no funding attached. Therefore, the successful applicant will be expected to fund tuition fees at the relevant level (home or international) and any applicable additional research costs. Read more

Supervisor: Dr P D Hicks

Year round applications PhD Research Project Self-Funded PhD Students Only

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Molecular mechanisms of brain plasticity, degeneration and regeneration

University of Birmingham School of Biomedical Sciences

The aim of the project is to discover and test candidate molecular mechanisms underlying structural brain plasticity, degeneration and regeneration. Read more

Supervisor: Prof A Hidalgo

Year round applications PhD Research Project Awaiting Funding Decision/Possible External Funding

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We have 102 environmental behaviour PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships

environmental behaviour PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships

We have 102 environmental behaviour PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships

Pro-Environmental Behaviour and Life History Theory

Pro-environmental behaviour change and the role of zoos

Radionuclide fate in on-site disposal of activation product contaminated wastes

PhD studentship in Understanding Novel Tungsten High Entropy Alloys Ductile-Brittle & Irradiation Behaviour for Fusion, with UKAEA STEP

Investigating environmental redox chemistry of uranium and other key radionuclides using novel electrochemical techniques

What can pregnancy tell us about maternal behaviour? A neurohormonal investigation

Demonstration of novel high temperature zirconium alloys under irradiation for generation-IV fission

PhD studentship in the Development of Novel Radiation Tolerant W Alloys for Nuclear Fusion

Behavioural adaptation to environmental change in birds and the implications for conservation

MScR - Advancing novel methods of assessing apathy-related behaviour in rodents

Self-funded PhD - Fish, predator and collective behaviour

Self-funded MSc R- Fish, predator and collective behaviour

Geomicrobiological controls on radionuclide speciation and fate during the geodisposal of radioactive waste

Vulnerability of Coastal Energy Infrastructure to Climate and Environmental Change

Digging into anthropogenic vibrations: investigating the impacts of noise on the physiology and behaviour of benthic and infaunal invertebrates

How do environmental cues affect reproduction?

Geochemical Controls on Radionuclide Transport and Fate in Sedimentary Rock – A combined experimental and modelling study

Geotechnical Seismic Isolation Technology for Global Earthquake Resilience and Environmental Sustainability

Long Term Behaviour of Natural Fibre Reinforced Concrete (NFRC)

Moisture-induced degradation in masonry structures

PhD Engineering Scholarship: Advanced Composites Materials in non-ambient environmental conditions

Development of a Wireless Sensor for Measuring Water Storage in Glaciers

EPSRC DTP Studentship in ‘Assessing the kitchen ventilation strategies in the context of net zero homes. Nexus between user behaviour and indoor air quality.’

Integrated design approaches of thermo-active building envelope for near zero carbon buildings and environmental sustainability

Privacy violation and cyber security issues in digital media misinformation during environmental and health crises

Evaluating the role of Big Data in understanding livestock impacts on the upland landscape

Exploring Artificial Intelligence to Develop the Analysis of Acoustic and Archival Telemetry Data: Unveiling Insights into Shark Movement

Adaptation in the extreme: transgenerational impacts of multistressors in rockpool environments

Droplet Impacts with Functional Surfaces

Molecular mechanisms of brain plasticity, degeneration and regeneration

We have 102 environmental behaviour PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships

environmental behaviour PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships

We have 102 environmental behaviour PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships

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