Tan TAN
2 weeks ago
PhD Opportunity in DfMA, Construction Safety, BIM, and High-Density Urban Construction at the University of Hong Kong University of Hong Kong in Hong Kong
Degree Level
PhD
Field of study
Computer Science
Funding
PhD funding is available through the University of Hong Kong postgraduate scholarship packages. The post mentions a Postgraduate Scholarship from HK$19,135/month rising to HK$19,655/month upon confirmation of PhD candidature, the Hong Kong PhD Fellowship Scheme with HK$28,700/month plus HK$14,400/year travel allowance, and the HKU Presidential PhD Scholarship with HK$28,400/month, cash awards, tuition waiver, travel allowance, and first-year accommodation guarantee.
Deadline
Dec 1, 2026
Country
Hong Kong
University
University of Hong Kong

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PhD applications are open with Tan TAN, Assistant Professor at the University of Hong Kong, for research in Design for Manufacturing and Assembly (DfMA), industrialised construction, construction safety, risk prevention, generative design, BIM, automated design checking, and spatial analysis of high-density urban construction sites.
The opportunity is especially relevant for students from architecture, urban planning, civil engineering, engineering management, and related fields. The research group is supported by external funding from the Research Grants Council of Hong Kong and the National Natural Science Foundation of China.
Funding options mentioned include the Postgraduate Scholarship (from HK$19,135/month, rising to HK$19,655/month upon confirmation of PhD candidature), the Hong Kong PhD Fellowship Scheme (HK$28,700/month plus HK$14,400/year conference and research-related travel allowance), and the HKU Presidential PhD Scholarship (HK$28,400/month, cash awards, tuition waiver, travel allowance, and first-year accommodation guarantee).
To apply, interested candidates should email [email protected] with a CV, undergraduate and master’s transcripts, proof of English proficiency, and representative publications if available. The deadline stated in the post is 1 December 2026.
Funding details
PhD funding is available through the University of Hong Kong postgraduate scholarship packages. The post mentions a Postgraduate Scholarship from HK$19,135/month rising to HK$19,655/month upon confirmation of PhD candidature, the Hong Kong PhD Fellowship Scheme with HK$28,700/month plus HK$14,400/year travel allowance, and the HKU Presidential PhD Scholarship with HK$28,400/month, cash awards, tuition waiver, travel allowance, and first-year accommodation guarantee.
What's required
Applicants with backgrounds in architecture, urban planning, civil engineering, engineering management, or related fields are welcome to enquire. Candidates should send a CV, undergraduate and master’s transcripts, proof of English proficiency, and representative publications if any. Proof of English proficiency is requested; no specific test score is stated.
How to apply
Email Tan Tan at [email protected] with your CV, undergraduate and master’s transcripts, proof of English proficiency, and any representative publications. Reach out with questions if you are interested in the PhD opportunity.
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