Jacob Mhlanga

PhD scholarship opportunities are available at Loughborough University for 2027 entry in circular construction , sustainable construction , and the circular built environment . The opening is shared by Jacob Mhlanga , Lecturer (Assistant Professor), who is looking for motivated prospective PhD students interested in research that connects circular economy , construction practice , digital technologies , economics , and policy to deliver real-world impact. Research themes mentioned include: circular built-environment transition frameworks; innovative circular economy business models for construction materials; resource efficiency and low-carbon construction strategies; whole-life costing and circularity; and digital/data-enabled circularity and resilience. Scholarship routes highlighted in the post include Commonwealth PhD Scholarships (open for eligible Commonwealth applicants proposing research with developmental impact), China Scholarship Council–Loughborough (open, with Built Environment and Infrastructure as a priority area), and Schlumberger Foundation Faculty for the Future (open for women from eligible low- and middle-income economies pursuing STEM PhDs, with a 50% tuition fee discount from Loughborough mentioned). Applicants are asked to send a CV , personal statement , and a short research proposal to discuss potential projects and suitable scholarship routes. Deadlines mentioned are 20 October 2026 for the Commonwealth route, 4 January 2027 for CSC–Loughborough, and 7 November 2026 for Faculty for the Future.