Max Nathan

University College London’s Bartlett Centre for Advanced Spatial Analysis (CASA) is preparing a fully funded 3-year PhD scholarship : the Joel Dearden Scholarship . The project is aimed at students interested in urban and regional modelling , geo-visualisation , and related spatial/data-driven research. The call is especially relevant for applicants working across CASA fields such as urban networks and complexity , economic geography , urban innovation , transport modelling , urban planning , housing , connected sensor systems , cities and climate change , and urban policy . The post notes that applicants whose work aligns with Joel Dearden’s core topics are particularly welcome. This opportunity is for home students only . The scholarship starts in October 2026 or February 2027 . A pre-application deadline of 1 July 2026 is mentioned, and the formal advert will be posted shortly. Applicants are advised to prepare a CV and research proposal in advance. If your research sits at the intersection of spatial analysis, urban systems, modelling, and visualisation, this is a strong fit.