What makes a Civil Engineering PhD at Birmingham different? Become part of a strong and supportive multidisciplinary research team, building on your academic, engineering and mathematical background from your undergraduate studies. We will train and educate you to become an expert in your chosen field, with guidance from a world-leading supervisor. You'll engage with large research groups, such as structures, geo techniques, hydraulics and wind engineering, resilience and sustainability all conducting frontline research with significant impact. You'll fully embed in these groups and develop relationships across the School of Engineering. Your progress will be monitored, and you'll have access to the broader School of Engineering, including Mechanical and Electronic, Electrical and Systems Engineering, ensuring a rich research environment. Benefit from the School of Engineering's ambitious research programs, led by internationally renowned experts in key areas Develop soft skills in areas including software, hardware experimental equipment, presenting, problem solving and more Take advantage of international travel to global conferences Participate in our annual Postgraduate Symposium conference, connecting with research students across the School of Engineering Attend global conferences and present your work on an international stage