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Civil Engineering (Environmental) MPhil, PhD

Newcastle University

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Course options

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  • Qualification

    PhD/DPhil - Doctor of Philosophy

  • Location

    Newcastle University

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    28-APR-25

  • Duration

    36 months

Course summary

Environmental engineering uses science and engineering principles to assess and mitigate pollution for the benefit of human health and the environment.

Overview

Environmental engineering assesses and mitigates pollution for the benefit of human health and the environment. It brings together many disciplines. It requires an understanding of:

biology

chemistry

physics

engineering

socio-economics

legislation

We work towards the sustainable provision of clean air, land, and water. By pursuing research in the School of Engineering, you'll join a successful research group. Our focus is on environmental civil engineering. Our mission is to foster, promote and conduct research of international quality. We attract high-quality graduates and researchers and train them to international standards.

This research programme is ideal if you are enthusiastic about environmental engineering research. Our main research themes in environmental engineering are:

engineered biological systems

manipulation of the fate of micro-pollutants

pollutant sequestration

bioremediation

risk assessment

sanitation and low-cost water supplies for developing countries

waste stabilisation ponds

constructed wetlands

minewater treatment

carbon neutral initiatives

geothermal energy

We offer MPhil and PhD supervision in the following research areas:

anaerobic digestion

manipulation of the fate of micro-pollutants

pollutant sequestration

bioremediation

Our microbiological research has a strong emphasis on understanding the engineering biological processes. We use ecological theory, underpinned by exploration of molecular techniques. For example:

fluorescent in situ hybridisation

quantitative PCR

denaturing gradient gel electrophoresis

We have extensive contacts in the UK and overseas. This enables research to be carried out in collaboration with industry and government agencies. Research projects are supervised by staff with a wide range of industrial and academic experience.

Tuition fees

Students living in Hong Kong
(International fees)

£ 32,500per year

Tuition fees shown are for indicative purposes and may vary. Please check with the institution for most up to date details.

University information

Newcastle University

Newcastle University

  • University League Table

    26th

  • Campus address

    Medical Student Office, Framlington Place, Newcastle upon Tyne, Tyne and Wear, NE2 4HH, United Kingdom

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Newcastle is known for being friendly and welcoming to people from all around the globe. Students enjoy a lower cost of living compared to other UK cities.
Degree programmes are shaped by strong links with national and international businesses, with opportunities for professional accreditation and placements.
Dedicated teams support students during application, before arrival, and as they settle into life in the UK.

Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    Civil Engineering

    24th out of 58 1

    23rd out of 73 3

  • Entry standards

    / Max 227
    134 59%

    30th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    86.0 86%

    36th

    2

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    2.87 72%

    50th

    4

  • Entry standards

    / Max 211
    138 66%

    29th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    79.0 79%

    23rd

    7

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    2.92 73%

    63rd

    3

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