Postgraduate research project

Climate resilient submerged infrastructure

Funding
Competition funded View fees and funding
Type of degree
Doctor of Philosophy
Entry requirements
2:1 honours degree View full entry requirements
Faculty graduate school
Faculty of Engineering and Physical Sciences
Closing date

About the project

Fully funded PhD investigating novel design methods to improve submerged infrastructure resilience against currents and waves. Utilize world-class hydraulic labs and supercomputing facilities to develop sustainable, carbon-efficient solutions. 

Are you ready to shape the future of resilient infrastructure? Applications are now open for a fully funded PhD position to explore innovative design methods that enhance the resilience of submerged infrastructure - such as bridge piers and offshore wind turbines - under hydrodynamic forces such as waves and currents.

Climate change is intensifying environmental pressures, making it crucial to develop next-generation infrastructure that is sustainable and cost-effective. 

This PhD project offers the chance to address these challenges by leveraging cutting-edge tools and experimental facilities.

You will gain access to the University of Southampton’s world-class hydraulic laboratory and one of the UK’s fastest supercomputers to test and simulate your designs with precision. 

Working within a globally recognized research team, you will contribute to groundbreaking advancements in fluid dynamics and infrastructure design, while joining a vibrant, international community of over 400 PhD students.

Join us at one of the world’s top 100 universities and help redefine the future of submerged infrastructure. 

Planned start: Autumn 2025 (earlier starts possible).

The successful applicant will gain access to a wide range of modules on fluid mechanics and artificial intelligence, as well as PhD-specific training provided by the Faculty of Engineering and Physical Sciences.