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  • Qualification

    PhD/DPhil - Doctor of Philosophy

  • Location

    City St George's, University of London - Clerkenwell campus

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    OCT

  • Duration

    2 Years

Course summary

Conduct original research under the supervision of leading experts in one of our dedicated research groups. Access world-leading facilities for heavy structures and geotechnical centrifuge testing. The School of Science & Technology offers research degrees in Civil Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering, Hydraulic Engineering and Structural Engineering. Whichever route you choose, you will conduct in-depth research alongside world-leading experts in Civil Engineering within one of four research groups: Civil Engineering Structures focuses on developing integrated solutions for sustainable and resilient structures under adverse operational and extreme loading conditions. Fluid-Structure Interaction addresses the challenges associated with marine engineering, offshore wind energy, high buildings and biomechanics. Multi-scale Geotechnical Engineering links micro-mechanics to the macro-response. Temporary Works and Construction Method Engineering addresses industry challenges associated with construction processes. The Full-time duration is 2 – 4 years Part time: 3 – 7 years and PhD by prior publication: 1 – 2 years.

Application deadline

16/07/2026

Tuition fees

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£ 21,050per year

Tuition fees shown are for indicative purposes and may vary. Please check with the institution for most up to date details.

University information

City St George's, University of London

  • University League Table

    59th

  • Campus address

    City St George's, University of London - Clerkenwell campus, Northampton Square, London, Greater London, EC1V 0HB, United Kingdom

Enjoy studying in one of the world's top student cities. Campuses in central and south London also offer great access to top-tier companies and organisations.
Almost all degrees offer the chance of a work placement, a clinical placement, or the opportunity to study abroad. Many are also professionally accredited.
A welcoming and diverse community with student counselling, buddy schemes, Students' Union, active student societies, and an award-winning student centre.

Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    40th out of 59 6

  • Entry standards

    / Max 211
    119 56%

    34th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    82.0 82%

    41st

    27
  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.01 75%

    50th

    8

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