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University of Birmingham, Department of Civil Engineering PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships

We have 16 University of Birmingham, Department of Civil Engineering PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships

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For more than a century, the University of Birmingham has been pursuing and sharing knowledge through outstanding teaching and research. As a founding Russell Group member and the original ‘redbrick’ university, our high-quality teaching will help you take your career to the next level. We’re the top university for employers according to the 2024 High Fliers report, with our graduates attracting the most attention from the country’s leading industries. With a wealth of opportunities to choose from across study and research, Birmingham has one of the most extensive postgraduate course portfolios in the UK. Hosting an international community of more than 8,000 staff and 38,000 students, you’ll work alongside world-leading academics in a diverse community.

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AI-Driven Skill Development in Engineering Education

University of Birmingham
Department of Civil Engineering
The rapid advancement of Generative AI (genAI) tools, including Large Language Models (LLMs) such as ChatGPT, is transforming both the engineering profession and engineering education. Read more
 Supervisors: Dr M R Salami, Dr NJ Cooke
 Year round applications  PhD Research Project  Competition Funded PhD Project (UK Students Only)
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Advancing Strain Measurements in Geotechnical Engineering: Optimising Fibre Optic Sensor Packaging with 3D Printing Technology

University of Birmingham
Department of Civil Engineering
Measuring strain and deformation in soils is critically important in geotechnical engineering, offering valuable insights into soil behaviour under various loading conditions and environmental factors. Read more
 Supervisors: Dr M Mehravar, Dr O Doustdar, Prof N Metje
 31 March 2025  PhD Research Project  Competition Funded PhD Project (European/UK Students Only)
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Assessment of the resilience and deterioration of flexible pavements built on strong subgrades with untreated problematic soils intrusions

University of Birmingham
Department of Civil Engineering
The resilience of road surface and therefore quality of riding on its surface is not only a result of the surface material and construction practices. Read more
 Supervisor: Dr E N Ngezahayo
 Year round applications  PhD Research Project  Self-Funded PhD Students Only
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Adapting the proficiency testing schemes of soil materials in road construction to climate change to improve sustainability and affordability of the low-volume road infrastructure in low-income countries.

University of Birmingham
Department of Civil Engineering
Road construction projects are traditionally expensive and at times unaffordable by the third world countries. Limited budgets often lead to low inputs in terms of engineering as these may require expertise that s not available locally during road construction and maintenance activities. Read more
 Supervisor: Dr E N Ngezahayo
 Year round applications  PhD Research Project  Self-Funded PhD Students Only
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Investigating the effects of hydromechanical properties on the collapsibility and instability of slopes with unsaturated volcanic soils.

University of Birmingham
Department of Civil Engineering
Unsaturated volcanic soils could possess significant apparent cohesion and shear strength leading to stability of slopes at greater slope angles. Read more
 Supervisors: Dr E N Ngezahayo, Prof I Jefferson
 Year round applications  PhD Research Project  Self-Funded PhD Students Only
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An experimental investigation of the impacts of desiccation cracking on slope hydrology and stability characteristics

University of Birmingham
Department of Civil Engineering
Slope failures are common and globally known as serious causes of mass movements of soils. Read more
 Supervisors: Dr E N Ngezahayo, Prof I Jefferson
 Year round applications  PhD Research Project  Self-Funded PhD Students Only
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Challenges and opportunities of advancing the adoption of BIM (Building Information Modelling) within particular Industries or Countries.

University of Birmingham
Department of Civil Engineering
Although it is widely understood that BIM delivers long term benefit within the ideal world, the complexities associated with different contexts often provide a significant barrier to these processes and technologies being adopted. Read more
 Supervisor: Dr R Davies
 Year round applications  PhD Research Project  Self-Funded PhD Students Only
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Multiphase Flow Modelling

University of Birmingham
Department of Civil Engineering
This opportunity seeks motivated students with teamworking skills and a strong background in Fluid Dynamics and/or Computing. The PhD topics cover different applications of Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) to multiphase flows, including (but not restricted to). Read more
 Supervisor: Dr B Fraga
 Year round applications  PhD Research Project  Self-Funded PhD Students Only
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Development of innovative low carbon construction materials

University of Birmingham
Department of Civil Engineering
One of the major needs for achieving the decarbonisation targets in the construction industry is the development of innovative low-carbon construction materials for the development of future infrastructure or for the repair of existing deteriorated ones. Read more
 Supervisor: Dr B Ghiassi
 Year round applications  PhD Research Project  Self-Funded PhD Students Only
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Application of artificial intelligence to multiphysics problems in materials design

University of Birmingham
Department of Civil Engineering
Composite materials (cement-based or polymeric-based) have been widely used for several decades for the construction or repair of the infrastructure or built environment. Read more
 Supervisor: Dr B Ghiassi
 Year round applications  PhD Research Project  Self-Funded PhD Students Only
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Assessment of the safety of deteriorated masonry structures

University of Birmingham
Department of Civil Engineering
Composite materials (cement-based or polymeric-based) have been widely used for several decades for the construction or repair of the infrastructure or built environment. Read more
 Supervisor: Dr B Ghiassi
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Development of machine-learning based high performance composites for constructions

University of Birmingham
Department of Civil Engineering
Composite materials (cement-based or polymeric-based) have been widely used for several decades for the construction or repair of the infrastructure or built environment. Read more
 Supervisor: Dr B Ghiassi
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Textile Reinforced Concretes for structural or repair applications

University of Birmingham
Department of Civil Engineering
PhD applications are invited to the University of Birmingham to conduct research in the field of Textile Reinforced Concrete. Read more
 Supervisor: Dr B Ghiassi
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Gender Issues in Road Safety for the Global South

University of Birmingham
Department of Civil Engineering
This PhD research proposal aims to investigate gender issues in road safety in the Global South, focusing on women's mobility and safety. Read more
 Supervisor: Dr H Evdorides
 Year round applications  PhD Research Project  Self-Funded PhD Students Only
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Artificial Intelligence Approaches to Respond to Road Crashes

University of Birmingham
Department of Civil Engineering
This PhD research proposal aims to investigate the application of Artificial Intelligence (AI) methods to enhancing responses to road crashes. Read more
 Supervisor: Dr H Evdorides
 Year round applications  PhD Research Project  Self-Funded PhD Students Only
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