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.
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.
Established in 1955, University of Exeter is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the suburban setting of the large town of Exeter (population range of 50,000-249,999 inhabitants), South West England. Officially accredited and/or recognized by the Privy Council, University of Exeter is a large (uniRank enrollment range: 20,000-24,999 students) coeducational higher education institution. University of Exeter offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor degrees, master degrees, doctorate degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study matrix below for further details. This 64 years old higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on students' past academic record and grades. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment.