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PhD opportunity – applications reopened!

Join the University of Strathclyde’s Centre for Doctoral Training in Energy-efficient Indoor Climate Control for Optimised Health (EICCOH).

Project: Advancing Indoor Air Quality for Vulnerable Groups: Co-Development of Tailored Advice and Feedback Mechanisms

Indoor air quality (IAQ) is critical to the health and well-being of vulnerable populations, but existing approaches often fail to provide personalised, actionable advice that can drive meaningful behavioural change. This PhD programme focuses on applying behavioural science to optimise IAQ and thermal comfort for vulnerable groups, such as individuals with asthma or COPD, through the co-development of tailored advice and feedback mechanisms.

You’ll gain:
• Access to specialist training in AI, data science, psychology, and building performance
• Access to advanced equipment and software to support your research
• Interdisciplinary supervision across Architecture, Psychology, and Computer & Information Sciences
• Opportunities for industry collaboration
• A funded place (UK applicants) plus a PGCert in Researcher Development to boost your career

Apply now [DEADLINE 26th AUGUST] https://lnkd.in/eQ6x9nJb

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Funding details

Funding covers tuition fees at the home UK rate for 3 years and provides a tax-free stipend at the Research Council rate (estimated £20,780 for Session 2025/2026), paid monthly. Access to specialist equipment and resources is included. International applicants must self-fund the difference between home and international tuition fees (estimated at £86,838). Additional places may be available for fully self-funded or externally funded students.

What's required

Applicants must have an upper-second or first-class BSc Honours degree or a Master's degree in a relevant area such as Architecture, Engineering, Psychology, Computer Science, or Data Analytics. Strong interest and prior experience in building ventilation, indoor air quality, thermal comfort, human factors, energy-related behaviour, behavioural science, indoor environmental monitoring, data analytics, smart indoor climate control, post-occupancy evaluation, or building performance evaluation is required. Experience in research, preferably through a project or dissertation, excellent written and verbal communication skills, strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, and good interpersonal skills are expected. Ability to work independently and as part of a team is necessary. International applicants must cover the difference between home and international tuition fees and provide proof of funding. English language test results are required if the primary language is not English.

How to apply

Send your CV, cover letter (max 3 pages), two academic references or contact details, degree transcripts, a substantial writing sample, and English language test results (if applicable) to [email protected] with the subject 'Application for SCDT Scholarship' by 11am on 26 August 2025. If you are not eligible for the home tuition rate, include a signed letter confirming your funding source.

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