EPSRC PhD studentship
University of Cambridge - Department of Architecture
ReVISIONS project on sustainable city regions The Martin Centre, Department
of Architecture, University of Cambridge, UK
The emergence of world city regions is a challenge to sustainability
targets as populations increase and people develop more affluent
lifestyles. The ReVISIONS project is investigating whether particular
spatial planning policies in conjunction with 'green' infrastructure
technologies and regulations can make city regions more sustainable.
This project is led by the Martin Centre at the University of Cambridge and
will produce guidance for decision makers on the interrelationships between
regional spatial planning, infrastructure design and economic
competitiveness. The aim is to reduce environmental impacts and allow
households to live more sustainably, with better health and an enhanced
quality of life. This is four year multi-disciplinary project involving six
universities. For further information see, www.regionalvisions.ac.uk
Applications are invited for an EPSRC-funded PhD studentship to research a
topic related to the general subject area of the ReVISIONS project. This
ranges from planning and design to more quantitative modelling of the
interaction between the design of the built environment and user behaviour.
We can provide guidance on a suitable topic providing that an applicant can
demonstrate original thinking and motivation to research a particular
subject area. The student will be supervised by Professor Echenique, a
world renowned authority on land use and transport or by Dr Tony
Hargreaves, depending on the research topic. Applicants should be numerate
with an interest in the built environment.
Applicants should have, or expect to be awarded, a good first degree or
master's degree. The studentship will cover tuition fees and a tax-free
maintenance stipend of 13,290 per annum (for three years). Candidates must
meet the ESPRC funding eligibility requirements (see:
http://www.epsrc.ac.uk/funding/students/Pages/eligibility.aspx) To apply,
please write to Samantha Archetti at the address below with a covering
letter and a full CV (including contact details for at least two academic
referees plus marks/grades achieved on current courses). The covering
letter should outline the general subject area(s) that you are interested
in researching, and a clear statement of your eligibility for this ESPRC
funded award. The closing date for applications is 7th April 2010.
Interviews will be held at the end of April.
ReVISIONS Studentship
Department of Architecture
1-5 Scroope Terrace
Cambridge CB2 1PX, UK
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Quote Reference: GC06346, Closing Date: 7th April 2010
Interview Date(s): End April April
The University values diversity and is committed to equality of opportunity.
Any inquiries or further information about the studentship should be
emailed to Jacqui Bullock on [log in to unmask]
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