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Alister Scott

10 months ago

PhD in Environmental Planning and Green Infrastructure at Northumbria University (ESRC NINE DTP) Northumbria University in United Kingdom

Degree Level

PhD

Field of study

Environmental Science

Funding

The ESRC NINE DTP studentship provides full tuition fees and a tax-free stipend for doctoral studies, with awards ranging from three and a half to five and a half years (or part-time equivalent). Additional funding is available for conference participation, training, and fieldwork. The studentship is fully funded by the Economic and Social Research Council.

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Expired

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United Kingdom

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Northumbria University

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Keywords

Environmental Science
Urban Planning
Built Environment
Social Science
Green Infrastructure

About this position

Professor Alister Scott at Northumbria University is seeking applicants for a PhD position in environmental planning, with a focus on mainstreaming nature, green infrastructure, and natural capital. This opportunity is part of the prestigious ESRC NINE Doctoral Training Partnership (DTP), which supports outstanding doctoral research in the social sciences across seven universities in Northern Ireland and North East England.

The ESRC NINE DTP studentship offers a fully funded doctoral program, including tuition fees and a tax-free stipend for three and a half to five and a half years. Additional funding is available for conferences, training, and fieldwork, providing a comprehensive support package for doctoral candidates. The program emphasizes innovative research, real-world impact, and the development of core research skills in a collaborative and internationally recognized research environment.

Applicants should have a strong academic background in environmental planning, social sciences, or related disciplines, and a keen interest in topics such as nature mainstreaming, green infrastructure, or natural capital. The competition allows candidates to define and co-design their research question with Professor Scott prior to the application deadline in January 2026. This is an excellent opportunity for motivated students to pursue impactful research in a supportive and dynamic academic setting.

To apply, prospective students should contact Professor Alister Scott to discuss their research interests and review the ESRC NINE DTP studentship details. The application process involves co-designing a research proposal and submitting it through the NINE DTP platform before the deadline. For more information, visit the NINE DTP website or connect with Professor Scott via LinkedIn.

Funding details

The ESRC NINE DTP studentship provides full tuition fees and a tax-free stipend for doctoral studies, with awards ranging from three and a half to five and a half years (or part-time equivalent). Additional funding is available for conference participation, training, and fieldwork. The studentship is fully funded by the Economic and Social Research Council.

What's required

Applicants should have a strong academic background in environmental planning, social sciences, or related fields. Interest in mainstreaming nature, green infrastructure, or natural capital is essential. Candidates must be eligible for ESRC NINE DTP studentships and should be prepared to co-design their research question with the supervisor. Specific degree, GPA, or language requirements are not detailed in the announcement.

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Professor of Built and Natural Environments

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Research Interests

Environmental Sustainability

Landscape Architecture

Urban Ecology

Urban Planning

Eco-design