PhD in Social Sciences

Award Summary/nA tax-free stipend paid monthly of £20,780 per year, for up to 3 years (or part time equivalent) plus home fees./nThe studentship is only open to applicants with a home tuition fees status./nOverview/nAccelerating global urbanisation is having significant detrimental impacts on human and non-human species and environments. The successful candidate will shape a research project that assesses the socio-ecological impact of large-scale housing development. Start Date: September 2026. Location: Newcastle upon Tyne. Sponsor: School of Architecture, Planning and Landscape. Supervisors: Dr Julia Heslop and Dr Andrew Donaldson.