| Scholarship |
PhD Scholarship in Built Environment |
| Reference |
24DF_RR |
| Length of Scholarship |
Up to 36 months, subject to satisfactory progression |
| Places |
1 |
| Programme |
PhD Built Environment |
| Department or School |
Architecture and Built Environment |
| Faculty |
Faculty of Science and Engineering |
| Entry |
14 September 2024 |
| Closing Date |
31 May 2024 China Standard Time (CST) |
The available PhD scholarship cover
- Tuition fee
- Monthly stipend (RMB 4,500.00)
- All above items are covered for up to 36 months based on satisfactory progression
- All regulations set out in the PhD Scholarship Terms and Conditions apply
In addition to the above scholarship, successful candidates also have the opportunity to carry out teaching (after the completion of Graduate Teaching Assistant (GTA) training) or research assistant duties at UNNC since second year of their PhD programmes.
Available PhD research areas
- Exploring the potential of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning (ML) algorithms in enhancing the integration of Digital Twin, BIM, and GIS for smart city development.
- Assessing the environmental impact of smart city projects using the combined capabilities of Digital Twin, BIM, and GIS.
- Optimizing resource allocation and energy efficiency in smart cities through the synergistic use of Digital Twin, BIM, and GIS.
- Utilizing Digital Twin, BIM, and GIS for real-time monitoring and analysis of smart city performance.
- Developing interoperability standards for seamless integration of Digital Twin, BIM, and GIS data in smart city planning
PhD programme structure
PhD programmes at the UNNC are composed of 3 years research and a 1 year thesis pending period for full time PhDs. Full time PhDs are expected to submit their theses within a maximum of four years from initial registration.
On successful completion of the PhD, the students will be awarded a PhD degree from University of Nottingham. No reference will be made on the degree certificate as to where the degree has been completed. The University of Nottingham PhD degree is accredited by the Chinese Ministry of Education and the UK Quality Assurance Agency.
Eligibility
Applicants must have a first class honours undergraduate degree or 65% and above for a Masters’ degree from a British university, or the equivalent from other institutions.
Applicants must meet the required English language proficiency for the relevant subject area. IELTS 6.5 (minimum 6.0 in all elements) or its equivalent is required for Faculty of Science and Engineering (FoSE) scholarship applicants.
Applicants are expected to be proficient with data analytics, econometrics, and/or behavioral experiment methods.
More details can be found on the 'entry requirements' page of the website.
How to apply
No separate application is required for applying for a scholarship but please make sure you quote the scholarship reference number in your PhD application form. List of required documents can be found on the 'how to apply' page.