Dubai Campus PhD scholarships - Heriot-Watt University, Scotland. Built Environment PhD Two tuition fees scholarships are available in the area of the built environment for PhD applicants starting in the academic year 2014-15 The School of the Built Environment has an inherently strong research culture with research students making a highly valued contribution to School’s overall research profile. The School is divided into three research institutes: Institute for Infrastructure and Environment Centre of Excellence in Sustainable Building Design Institute for Social Policy, Housing, Environment and Real Estate Our research in Dubai is evolving, as is reflected by the PhD programmes we offer. Research students are presented with exciting opportunities to work in areas relevant to the academic community, research users and employers in the UAE and the Gulf region. The School’s portfolio of multidisciplinary research makes it an attractive destination for those seeking postgraduate research opportunities of direct relevance to the solving of real world problems in the built environment. Applicants can choose from the following topics: Civil Engineering Measurement and estimation of evapotranspiration under Arabia Gulf climate Wave-based characterization of geomaterials and processes Geotechnology for arid environments Geotechnical engineering for mine waste storage facilities Transportation engineering - railways, roads Alternative construction materials in Arid regions Architectural Engineering Greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of the UAE National Energy System Energy use behaviour in UAE buildings Innovative cooling technologies for hot arid climates Building stock energy performance studies Emerging architectural identities in the GCC Drivers of national CO2 emissions in the UAE Cooling energy use behaviour in residential buildings in the UAE. Optimising innovative evaporative cooling techniques in a hot arid climate Advanced building energy modelling and simulation using architecture, materials, occupants and HVAC loading Challenges and opportunities within the current UAE building sector Renewable energy systems for sustainable cities and urban planning Iconism and symbolism in architecture: emerging trends in GCC Identity crisis in contemporary architecture and urban mass Intangible dimension of spirituality in architecture and engineering The indoor - outdoor, outdoor - indoor dialogue in design Urban morphology of emerging international cities Currently, there are eight PhD/MPhil students enrolled on part-time study modes and working on a spectrum of topics including: Sustainable urban architecture in Dubai; Sustainable supply chain for UAE construction projects; Construction quality management; Embedded energy in construction materials for UAE projects; Construction cost management systems; Building information modelling; Performance improvement for FM Services in the GCC. Entry requirements Interested applicants should complete the online application form, selecting the PG Research programme options marked as (Dubai Campus). If you have any questions about the application process, contact Harry John ([email protected]) Postgraduate Admissions Officer. Supporting documents Applicants interested in our PhD opportunities need to submit the following: Copies of full academic transcripts from all previous academic degree courses and copies of certificates for degrees already awarded. Confirmation of funding source and/or confirmation of sponsorship/sufficient funds to pursue studies. A detailed research proposal. Research Proposal The research proposal (normally three to four pages) should contain as much as possible of the following: Introduction or outline of the proposed topic Statement of objective(s) and/or specific research questions Summary of some of the relevant literature that supports the research objective(s) An indication of the intended research methodology An indication of the theoretical structure and/or conceptual outline A provisional timetable of the major phases of the research process Results expected from the research, e.g., practical value of the research or possible contributions to knowledge, policy or methodology. At this stage we are not looking for a definitive document but merely an indication that you have thought through most of the above issues. Please note that work submitted may be subject to screening using plagiarism software. English language requirements Where English was not the medium of instruction during previous education, applicants must demonstrate English language proficiency equivalent to IELTS 6.5. Other qualifications may also be considered. hw.ac.uk/study/dubai/postgraduate/phd/built-environment-phd.htm
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