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University of Bristol: Civil Engineering
| Institution | University of Bristol View institution profile |
|---|---|
| Department | Civil Engineering |
| Web | https://www.bristol.ac.uk/study/postgraduate |
| came-pgr-admissions@bristol.ac.uk | |
| Telephone | +44 (0) 117 394 0582 |
| Study type | Research |
Summary
Our multidisciplinary research addresses the global need for delivering long-term, sustainable performance of existing and new infrastructure systems. We are leaders in modelling and managing the impacts of extreme natural and human hazards, such as earthquakes, climate change, flooding, industrial processes, traffic and crowds.
Our application studies range from complete national and regional systems (such as national hydrological models, water systems, electricity and transport networks) through individual artefacts (such as nuclear facilities, offshore wind farms, underground services, dams, long-span bridges and buildings), down to local scale buckling models of reinforcing bars in concrete or mechanical characterisation of small-scale soil elements.
Much of our research requires numerical and experimental investigations across the length scales, from micro and macro to large, from particulate to continuum. It also includes monitoring of prototypes, for example, the dynamics of cable-stayed bridges such as the Second Severn Crossing, analysis of deep excavations and flood prediction based on real-time radar detection of rainfall.
We collaborate widely with academic and industrial partners from across the engineering, science and social science disciplines, and from around the world.
Doctor of Philosophy - PhD
| Level | RQF Level 8 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | PhD applicants must hold/achieve a minimum of upper second class MEng/MSci (or equivalent) or a merit at postgraduate master's degree level (or international equivalent) in a relevant discipline. Applicants without a master's qualification may be considered on an exceptional basis, provided they hold a first-class undergraduate degree. Please note, acceptance will also depend on readiness to pursue a research degree. Please review the list of proposed supervisors below to identify a supervisor who may be suited to your proposed topic and approach. Your supervisor will lead on the key intellectual input in supporting your proposed research project. Please note, your primary supervisor should not be: an honorary or visiting member of staff, an emeritus or retired member of staff, currently registered for a research degree, a Research Associate or a Senior Research Associate. See international equivalent qualifications on the International Office website. |
| Location | Clifton Campus Beacon House Bristol BS8 1QU |
Fees
| England | 4850 GBP for Year 1 |
|---|---|
| Northern Ireland | 4850 GBP for Year 1 |
| Scotland | 4850 GBP for Year 1 |
| Wales | 4850 GBP for Year 1 |
| Channel Islands | 4850 GBP for Year 1 |
| EU | 26700 GBP for Year 1 |
| International | 26700 GBP for Year 1 |
| Level | RQF Level 8 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | PhD applicants must hold/achieve a minimum of upper second class MEng/MSci (or equivalent) or a merit at postgraduate master's degree level (or international equivalent) in a relevant discipline. Applicants without a master's qualification may be considered on an exceptional basis, provided they hold a first-class undergraduate degree. Please note, acceptance will also depend on readiness to pursue a research degree. Please review the list of proposed supervisors below to identify a supervisor who may be suited to your proposed topic and approach. Your supervisor will lead on the key intellectual input in supporting your proposed research project. Please note, your primary supervisor should not be: an honorary or visiting member of staff, an emeritus or retired member of staff, currently registered for a research degree, a Research Associate or a Senior Research Associate. See international equivalent qualifications on the International Office website. |
| Location | Clifton Campus Beacon House Bristol BS8 1QU |
Fees
| England | 2425 GBP for Year 1 |
|---|---|
| Northern Ireland | 2425 GBP for Year 1 |
| Scotland | 2425 GBP for Year 1 |
| Wales | 2425 GBP for Year 1 |
| Channel Islands | 2425 GBP for Year 1 |
MSc (Res)
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | PhD applicants must hold/achieve a minimum of upper second class MEng/MSci (or equivalent) or a merit at postgraduate master's degree level (or international equivalent) in a relevant discipline. Applicants without a master's qualification may be considered on an exceptional basis, provided they hold a first-class undergraduate degree. Please note, acceptance will also depend on readiness to pursue a research degree. Please review the list of proposed supervisors below to identify a supervisor who may be suited to your proposed topic and approach. Your supervisor will lead on the key intellectual input in supporting your proposed research project. Please note, your primary supervisor should not be: an honorary or visiting member of staff, an emeritus or retired member of staff, currently registered for a research degree, a Research Associate or a Senior Research Associate. See international equivalent qualifications on the International Office website. |
| Location | Clifton Campus Beacon House Bristol BS8 1QU |
Fees
| England | 4850 GBP for Year 1 |
|---|---|
| Northern Ireland | 4850 GBP for Year 1 |
| Scotland | 4850 GBP for Year 1 |
| Wales | 4850 GBP for Year 1 |
| Channel Islands | 4850 GBP for Year 1 |
| EU | 26700 GBP for Year 1 |
| International | 26700 GBP for Year 1 |
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | PhD applicants must hold/achieve a minimum of upper second class MEng/MSci (or equivalent) or a merit at postgraduate master's degree level (or international equivalent) in a relevant discipline. Applicants without a master's qualification may be considered on an exceptional basis, provided they hold a first-class undergraduate degree. Please note, acceptance will also depend on readiness to pursue a research degree. Please review the list of proposed supervisors below to identify a supervisor who may be suited to your proposed topic and approach. Your supervisor will lead on the key intellectual input in supporting your proposed research project. Please note, your primary supervisor should not be: an honorary or visiting member of staff, an emeritus or retired member of staff, currently registered for a research degree, a Research Associate or a Senior Research Associate. See international equivalent qualifications on the International Office website. |
| Location | Clifton Campus Beacon House Bristol BS8 1QU |
Fees
| England | 2425 GBP for Year 1 |
|---|---|
| Northern Ireland | 2425 GBP for Year 1 |
| Scotland | 2425 GBP for Year 1 |
| Wales | 2425 GBP for Year 1 |
| Channel Islands | 2425 GBP for Year 1 |
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Founded in 1876, the University of Bristol is one of the UK’s top 10 universities (QS World University Rankings 2026), with a global reputation for world-leading research and academic excellence. As a member of the prestigious Russell Group of research-intensive universities, Bristol also ranks top five in the UK for research (THE analysis of REF 2021).
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