Doctor of Philosophy in Future Infrastructure and Built Environment (part time) at University of Cambridge

Programme overview

This iteration of the EPSRC Centre for Doctoral Training in Future Infrastructure and Built Environment (FIBE3 CDT) aims to develop the next generation of PhD graduates to champion the urgent, complex, inter-connected and cross-disciplinary transition to net zero infrastructure. Through conducting world-class, cutting-edge and user-need-focused cohort-based training and research, we transformatively equip our graduates with the knowledge, skills and qualities they need to lead the design and implementation of the infrastructure net zero agenda in the UK.

What you will study

To progress onto the PhD programme, a student is required to: (a) pass the MRes year in both the taught and project elements; and (b) obtain at least 65% in the MRes project. Thesis / Dissertation A major part of the MRes assessment is a dissertation of up to 12,000 words.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Applicants for this course should have achieved a High II.i Honours Degree. Successful applicants require high level engineering or scientific skills. Candidates are likely to have a background in any relevant engineering discipline (including civil, mechanical, chemical, manufacturing, electrical, information and others) or in any relevant scientific discipline (including materials science, earth science, environmental science, computer science, mathematics and chemistry) or in other relevant disciplines such as architecture, project management and other cognate fields. English language: IELTS (Academic) 7.0 overall (Listening 7.0, Writing 7.0, Reading 6.5, Speaking 7.0). International applicants needing a visa require ATAS clearance after an offer.

Domestic applicants: GBP 5,604 a year (2027/28). First year: University Composition Fee (tuition) for 2027 entry; maintenance/living costs excluded. Source

International applicants: GBP 21,273 a year (2027/28). First year: University Composition Fee (tuition) for 2027 entry; maintenance/living costs excluded. Source

Intake: October 2027

Duration: 2 + 5 years part-time

Apply through the official page: https://www.postgraduate.study.cam.ac.uk/courses/directory/egegpdfie/apply

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