The Centre makes available funding for a number of PhD Studentships undertaking research at the Department of Engineering. Funds may also be available for visiting researchers from industry.

Research is overseen by a Core Academic Team (and individuals from other areas of research).

There is a mix of project types and durations within a 5-year rolling framework agreement. Proposals are assessed on a case-by-case basis and co-funded. Types of project include:

• 3-4 year PhD projects
• Shorter projects and PhD case studies
• 1-2 year knowledge exchange projects
• Consulting assignments

Research topics

Possible research topics may include:

• Sustainability
• Whole-life performance
• Innovative materials
• New construction techniques
• Retrofitting and re-use of existing buildings
• Re-use of materials