Advanced Project Management Research Centre

Doctoral opportunities

Our research helps to inform our teaching and education practice. 

We engage in leading cutting-edge research which is supported by a vibrant community of Doctoral, Post-Graduate Researchers, and leading academics in the field of Project Management. 

Through this approach we aim to prepare professionals for future challenges, technologies, and innovations in project management. 

We are particularly keen to hear from you if you have secured funding for your doctoral studies and are passionate about research as we encourage our students to undertake a PhD via Three Papers. 

If you are interested in any of the topics listed below, and are inspired about developing a career in project management at the highest levels, email aprom@soton.ac.uk .

We are interested in PhD applications focused on the following topics: 

  • Artificial Intelligence (AI) in Project Management 
  • Big Data in Project Management 
  • Machine Learning in Project Management 
  • Agile Project Management 
  • Portfolio and Programme Management 
  • System Dynamics and Project Management 
  • Complex Project Management