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University of Nottingham: Architectural Design (Social Science) PhD

Institution University of Nottingham
Department Department of Architecture and Built Environment
Web http://www.nottingham.ac.uk
Telephone +44 (0) 115 951 5559
Study type Research

Summary

Pursue your research interests in environmental and/or urban design.

Environmental design strives to reconcile conflicting requirements of; climate, building function, user expectations and energy related carbon emissions. This provides a wide scope of opportunities for candidates, in areas such as:

  • Natural ventilation

  • Passive heating and cooling

  • Solar protection

  • Fabric thermal storage

  • Daylight and solar strategies

  • Architectural acoustics

Urban design explores the city as a field of analysis and intervention. Research in this area examines the relationship between spatial and design issues, and social and economic urban processes. PhD topics may cover a variety of urban design aspects such as:

  • History and theory of urban design

  • Public realm

  • Sustainable cities

  • Urban conservation & revitalisation

  • Innovation environments and waterfront regeneration

If you produce design elements as part of this PhD, it is expected that they shall be incorporated into a written thesis.

We recommend contacting one of our academics before submitting a research proposal. They may be able to offer feedback and support you in exploring funding opportunities. Find contact details on our website; https://www.nottingham.ac.uk/engineering/research/postgraduate-opportunities/find-a-phd-supervisor

Doctor of Philosophy - PhD

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