PhD Studentship: Managing Flood Risk in an Uncertain Future

The Department of Geography has secured a PhD studentship in the area of flood risk management, aligned with Loughborough University’s strategic research investment in ‘Water Resources’. Applications are now invited from well qualified students who wish to embark on a full-time research degree programme commencing in Autumn Term 2013.

The position

Flood risk is one of the major natural disasters globally and its management in an uncertain climatic future is becoming increasingly important. The Department of Geography at Loughborough University invites applications for a PhD studentship from students interested in the broad field of flood risk management. This PhD studentship welcomes proposals along the line of managing flood risk in an uncertain climatic future. Research proposal can focus on one or a combination of the following aspects: (i) modelling the physical characteristics of flood risk; (ii) evaluating its impacts; and (iii) adaptation measures. We are in particular interested in innovative research ideas that utilize novel modelling (e.g. high resolution modelling of coastal, fluvial and pluvial flooding), experimental (e.g. laboratory or field) and observational (e.g. remote sensing and sensors) methods.

This PhD project will link with existing research projects on flood risks in Loughborough University. The PhD student will be jointly supervised by Dr. Dapeng Yu and one or more academics from Geography or other departments in Loughborough, depending on the research direction. You are very welcome to discussing your ideas with Dr. Dapeng Yu (d.yu2@lboro.ac.uk).

As part of a large, growing and supportive research community within the School, the successful candidate will benefit from being a member of the University’s Graduate School and their extensive and targeted skills training for research students. The successful candidate will be joining a lively community of research students and staff, where doctoral students are given great academic and administrative support and are an integral part of the School's research culture.

Loughborough University

Voted Sunday Times 'University of the Year' 2008-2009, winner of The Times Higher 'Best Student Experience' poll for five years running (2006, 2007, 2008, 2009 and 2010) and with over 3,200 staff and in excess of 16,000 students, Loughborough University is one of the top 20 Universities in the UK. The University has an impressive and pleasant campus in the heart of the East Midlands - the largest single site campus in the UK. Its world-class sports and educational facilities, combined with its lively, diverse student community, make it a fantastic place to study, socialise and play.

Funding and eligibility

The studentship is open to graduates with a geography, engineering or related background. The minimum entry qualification is a 2.1 Honours degree or equivalent. A lower qualification is acceptable if supplemented with an appropriate postgraduate (MSc) qualification and relevant experience.

The studentship is for 3 years and covers fees and a tax-exempt stipend of £13,726 for the 2013/2014 academic year with cost of living adjustments in years 2 and 3. Tuition fees will be paid at the UK/EU rate.

Additional Information

Applications can be made on-line by clicking the Apply link below. All applicants are encouraged to make contact with the supervisor to discuss their interest in the subject area.

For an informal discussion on the subject area, please contact the lead supervisor, Dr Dapeng Yu, on 01509 228191 or d.yu2@lboro.ac.uk.

For enquiries about the application process, please contact Ms Susan Clarke, s.n.clarke@lboro.ac.uk.

Closing date for applications: 24 May 2013.