LSBU PhD Scholarships at London South Bank University

The College of Technology and Environment (CTE) at London South Bank University (LSBU) is a newly formed academic college, launched in January following the university’s recent reorganisation. Led by Executive Dean Professor Chris Harty, CTE brings together four schools: Architecture & Planning, Construction, Property & Surveying, Engineering & Design, and Computer Science & Digital Technologies. The college fosters a collaborative and interdisciplinary environment, addressing the complex challenges in engineering, computer science and built environment. CTE strongly emphasises research, with doctoral students playing a key role in shaping and contributing to the college’s research agenda. CTE prepares students to become future leaders through innovation, industry partnerships, and a commitment to sustainability. With a focus on real-world impact and academic excellence, the college is set to drive forward LSBU’s vision of delivering applied knowledge that transforms lives and communities locally and globally.

CTE is currently offering 10 PGR Studentships and Chancellor’s Scholarships in the following schools:

• Engineering and Design (5 positions)
• Construction, Property and Surveying (2 positions)
• Computer Science and Digital Technology (2 positions) and
• Architecture and Planning (1 position).

Training and Development Opportunities

The Scholarships provide an opportunity to work with leading researchers and receive advanced education, supervision, mentoring, training & development opportunities, civic engagement, networking opportunities and industry engagement.

Funding

Standard stipend £21,622 p.a. 2025/26 rates (this includes London Weighting); full home or O/S tuition fees (as applicable); funding is available for 3 years (36 months). Your fourth writing-up year will not be funded, but you will receive a fee waiver.

How to Apply

The person specification for these studentships alongside applicant guidance on what to submit within your application can be found within candidate packs via the ‘Apply’ button above.

The closing date for applications is Saturday June 8th, 2025, at 11.59pm

Interview/assessment – week commencing June 16th, 2025