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We have 160 Architecture, Building & Planning PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships for UK Students
Architecture, Building & Planning PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships for UK Students
We have 160 Architecture, Building & Planning PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships for UK Students
Full PhD scholarships for UK Black researchers at the University of Southampton
The University of Southampton is pleased to launch their Black Futures PhD scholarships scheme for UK Black researchers. This prestigious scheme is aimed at talented UK-domiciled Black and mixed-Black heritage students who want to pursue a PhD at Southampton. Read more
A Framework for Implementing Material Passports in the UK Construction Industry
The UK construction industry is undergoing a transformative shift toward sustainability, driven by the need to reduce carbon emissions, minimise waste, and improve resource efficiency in this sector. Read more
Innovative Building Services Renovation in Scottish Zero Emission Neighbourhoods
The Energy Efficient Scotland programme outlines the path for our homes, businesses and public buildings to become more energy efficient. Read more
Personalised Workstations in Open Plan Office Using ML and AI/ Digital Twin
Maintaining an ideal thermal environment within multidisciplinary environments such as open plan offices and higher education classrooms is crucial for promoting effective performance and teaching and learning. Read more
Discover the future of sustainability with a PhD at the world’s #1 university for Built Environment studies
Globally, we need to rise to the challenges of the climate crisis and create a more sustainable, equitable world. At the Bartlett School of Environment, Energy and Resources, University College London (UCL), we believe a better future is possible. Read more
Cultural Placemaking in East London Studentship
Applications are invited for the fully-funded AHRC Collaborative PhD studentship held at the Institute for Creative Futures, Loughborough University London, in collaboration with the Hackney Wick Fish Island Community Development Trust and Creative Wick, on the theme of Cultural Placemaking in East London. Read more
Pursue your passion with a funded PhD, Make Portsmouth your place
Your research degree will be the most important work of your life so far – and possibly the most challenging. We're here to help make your research journey an exceptional experience. Read more
The Wheeler History of Travel Writing PhD Scholarship
As part of the Wheeler History of Travel Writing Programme, the Department of History is inviting applications for up to two PhD studentships, starting in October 2025, in the History of Travel and Travel Writing. Read more
Exploring the value of public health amenities and assets in creating healthy, sustainable, attractive built environments in addressing public health inequalities, social barriers and urban decline.
Research Group:
Architecture, Built Environment and Planning
Public toilets play a key role in ensuring public health and wellbeing through infectious disease prevention and control. Read more
Fanger Comfort Model: Still fit for purpose?
Research Group:
Architecture, Built Environment and Planning
Fanger’s comfort modelis is used to set internal temperatures based upon the activity and clothing of humans. It has been in use since the 1960s. Read more
Portable thermal energy storage for localised cooling in offices
Research Group:
Architecture, Built Environment and Planning
Personal Cooling is becoming a health requirement in offices and other work places as climate change impacts ambient summer temperatures leading to higher internal temperatures in buildings than originally predicted during its design and construction. Read more
Adaptive Smart Retrofitting for Historical Buildings: Innovative Integration of Sustainable Wall Technologies with Energy AI-based feedback system
Research Group:
Architecture, Built Environment and Planning
Historical buildings are the essence of a community, embodying visual, cultural, and social elements that shape a unique identity and sense of place. Read more
Fire Code Design Development for Precast Cladding Façade System.
Research Group:
Architecture, Built Environment and Planning
In a situation where the PCSPF is exposed to fire, the insulation layer should first ensure the thermal protection of the load-bearing layer, stay firm during the fire, and not contribute to fire spread. Read more
GenZ and GenAI : Assessing the potential benefits and limitations of using Generative AI tools in tertiary education in Built Environment courses.
Research Group:
Architecture, Built Environment and Planning
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is dramatically disrupting traditional patterns of teaching, learning and assessment in tertiary education. Read more
Heat pump performance improvement by PVT and/or energy storage integration.
Research Group:
Architecture, Built Environment and Planning
The UK’s net zero strategy clearly emphasises the role of heat pumps, other renewable technologies (e.g., Solar PV/thermal, hydrogen), and EVs with an increased share of renewable electricity while keeping the security of supply in mind. Read more