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PhD Studentship in Exploring Open Source Data to Improve Surface Water Flood Risk Assessment, UK

The University of Exeter’s Department of Engineering is offering a PhD Studentship in Exploring Open Source Data to Improve Surface Water Flood Risk Assessment. This exciting project will investigate how emerging datasets can be used to improve flood risk assessment through advanced data analytics, modelling, and scenario analysis.

Applicants must hold, or be close to completing, a First or Upper Second Class UK Honours degree (or equivalent international qualification) in civil or environmental engineering, mathematics, physics, computer science, geography, or a related field. Strong programming skills and research aptitude are essential.

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The University of Exeter is a public research university located in the South West of England, with campuses in Exeter, Devon, and near Falmouth, Cornwall. A member of the Russell Group of leading UK universities, it’s known for combining world-class research with high levels of student satisfaction. The university’s research is highly regarded, with a significant portion of it rated as being of international quality.

Application Deadline: 5th September 2025

Brief Description

  • University or Organization: University of Exeter

  • Department: Department of Engineering, Faculty of Environment, Science and Economy (Centre for Water Systems)

  • Course Level: PhD (Doctoral)

  • Award: Home tuition fees plus annual tax-free stipend of £20,780 (2025/26 rate) for 4 years

  • Access Mode: Online application

  • Number of Awards: 1

  • Nationality: UK and International applicants (see funding conditions below)

  • The award can be taken in: United Kingdom (Streatham Campus, Exeter)

Eligibility

  • Eligible Countries: Open to UK and international applicants.

  • Acceptable Course or Subjects: The scholarship will be awarded for a PhD project in Engineering, specifically in flood risk assessment and data modelling.

  • Admissible Criteria:

    • Applicants must hold (or expect to obtain) at least a First or Upper Second Class UK Honours degree, or an equivalent international qualification, in civil/environmental engineering, mathematics, physics, computer science, geography, or related subjects.

    • Must demonstrate programming skills and experience.

    • Applicants whose first language is not English must meet the University of Exeter’s English language requirements.

    • International students are eligible but must self-fund the difference between UK and overseas tuition fees.

How to Apply

Interested candidates must apply online via the University of Exeter application portal by 5 September 2025 (midnight, UK time). Required documents include:

  • CV

  • Letter of application (1 page maximum) outlining academic interests, research experience, and reasons for applying

  • Academic transcripts (final or interim)

  • Names of two academic referees

  • Proof of English proficiency (if applicable)

Shortlisted applicants will be invited for interviews (virtually or at the Streatham Campus) during the second week of September 2025. Please quote Reference 5594 in all correspondence.

Benefits

  • Full coverage of UK/Home tuition fees

  • Annual tax-free stipend of £20,780 (2025/26 UKRI rate) for 4 years

  • Access to cutting-edge research facilities at the Centre for Water Systems, University of Exeter

  • Industrial collaboration with Liverpool Victoria General Insurance Group Limited.

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