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In the latest Research Excellence Framework (REF) 2014, 83% of the University of Reading's research in Architecture, Built Environment and Planning is rated world leading (4*) or internationally excellent (3*).
The University is also ranked 3rd in the UK for research impact in Architecture, Built Environment and Planning. (Source: Times Higher Education institutions ranked by subject, 2014, based on its analysis of REF 2014.)
The School of the Built Environment is a supportive and collaborative global community of students, staff, alumni and partners.
If you undertake your PhD with us you will become part of a large, diverse community of doctoral students across the University.
We'll support you to develop your teaching skills and gain experience that will prepare you for a career in academia. We offer opportunities to teach on undergraduate modules and supervise undergraduate projects in the School.
As a doctoral student at Reading, you can also attend the Graduate School's Preparing to Teach programme at no extra cost.
Research activity in the School of the Built Environment is organised into three research groups:
These interdisciplinary groups bring together colleagues across the School to participate in a number of activities, which our PhD students can utilise during their time at Reading.
Find out more about day-to-day life as a PhD student in the School of the Built Environment.
Our talented and internationally diverse team in the School of the Built Environment is actively involved in research, contributing directly to your teaching and supervision.
Our research makes a case for a better built environment as part of an interdisciplinary centre of excellence.
