Architecture, Building & Planning (motivation) PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships

We have 32 Architecture, Building & Planning (motivation) PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships

The Impact of Climate Change on Timber in Construction

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

Construction delivery and operation accounts for 34% global final energy use and 37% energy-related carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions whilst extracting finite resources and destroying natural habitats. Read more

Supervisors: Dr R Hairstans, Dr D Ridley-Ellis

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Engineered Timber Solutions for Circularity

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

There is a global market shift towards sustainable construction methods and correspondingly increased demand for mass timber products and systems with an emphasis on cross-laminated and glue-laminated timber forms. Read more

Supervisors: Dr R Hairstans, Dr A Livingstone

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Shape optimisation for aesthetics/functional requirements in the context of additive manufacturing

Kingston University Faculty of Engineering, Computing and the Environment

Despite significant advances in techniques of structural design in the past decades, there are still significant hurdles for achieving a harmonious balance between form and function. Read more

Supervisor: Dr P Khazaeinejad

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Research Degrees at UCA

University for the Creative Arts

Studying a creative research degree at UCA means joining a vibrant and progressive top ten research community with a wealth of specialist resources for creative research and practice. Read more

Funded PhD Programme (Students Worldwide) Arts Research Programme

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Application of mobile construction as an innovative strategy for building retrofit alteration and addition across the UK

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

Building sector in the UK contributes to nearly half of the UK energy use and about 30% of the national Greenhouse Gas (GHG) emissions. Read more

Supervisors: Dr MJ Jowkar, Assoc Prof S Jaradat

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Optimising Building Morphology Parameters and Lowering Embodied Carbon in Buildings Through Multi-Objective Optimisation

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

The construction sector is widely recognised for producing significant carbon emissions, significantly impacting its environmental and economic viability and the substantial expenses incurred throughout a building's lifespan (Y. Read more

Supervisors: Dr NF Fernando, Dr TO Olawumi, Dr MJ Jowkar

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A Framework to Use Parallel Computing and Simulations for Net-Zero Built Environment

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

The UK was the first major economy that passed net-zero emission law. The reduction of carbon emissions in the construction industry mostly relied upon a ‘fabric first’ approach in addition to use renewables. Read more

Supervisor: Dr M Sajjadian

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Empowering Sustainable Districts: A Blueprint for Low-Carbon Energy Excellence

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

In light of the European Union's stringent energy policies, there is a growing need to not only enhance energy efficiency and ramp up renewable energy usage but also substantially reduce global energy demands for long-term sustainability. Read more

Supervisor: Dr BV Vand

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Engineering Better Social Outcomes through Requirements Management and Integrated Asset Data Processing

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: Prof J Underwood, Prof M Bew, Prof P McDermott

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Grading for reuse and remanufacturing of structural timber

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

Do you want to improve the way wood is used in buildings? Do you want to play a key role in getting Europe towards its 2050 net zero target?. Read more

Supervisor: Dr D Ridley-Ellis

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A Model for Adopting Metaverse Technologies for Enhanced Construction Safety Training and Implementation

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

The construction industry which is vital to the growth of the economy continues to grapple with safety challenges. The industry is notorious for its high-risk working environments, where accidents and injuries occur frequently. Read more

Supervisors: Dr T O Osunsanmi, Dr CM Moobela

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

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BIM-based expert system for predicting CO2 emissions at the project design phase decision-making

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

In recent years, human activities and rapid urban developments have negatively affected the ecosystem and quality of life. The planet's temperature has risen by 2 degrees following the Industrial Revolution, and it is predicted that this number will be added to the overall impact by 2050. Read more

Supervisors: Dr TO Olawumi, Dr NF Fernando

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Spatial Housing Market Spillovers in the UK

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

The housing market is undoubtedly an important contributor to both the UK economy and people’s quality of life and well-being. Changes in house prices can affect many stakeholders in the market, including homeowners. Read more

Supervisors: Dr CM Moobela, Dr T O Osunsanmi

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Intervention without violation of natural order: A complex adaptive systems (CAS) perspective of sustainable urban development

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

The rise to prominence of the concept and practice of sustainable development over the past few decades has paralleled an increasing number of theoretical platforms upon which to understand the concept. Read more

Supervisor: Dr CM Moobela

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Optimizing restoration techniques on historic masonry walls

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

Given the increasing demand for strategies aiming at the protection of the structural cultural heritage, developing sustainable methodologies for the use… Read more

Supervisors: Dr A Marinelli, Dr A Khokhar

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We have 32 Architecture, Building & Planning (motivation) PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships

Architecture, Building & Planning (motivation) PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships

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