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About the course
This Doctor of Philosophy (Construction Management) is a doctoral research degree focused on generating original knowledge through independent, supervised research. You will investigate a real-world problem, drawing on advanced theory and concepts, and complete a substantial thesis that demonstrates your capacity to design and execute research to international standards. Support includes access to facilities and opportunities to present at conferences in construction management.
What you might learn
You will develop expert theoretical understanding and critically reflect on knowledge and practice. You’ll learn to evaluate existing ideas, conduct systematic investigation and generate original contributions. The course builds advanced technical and professional research skills, including critiquing methodologies, communicating complex concepts to specialist and general audiences, and designing and delivering research suitable for external examination in construction management.
Career outcome
Graduates are prepared for careers where advanced research and analytical capability are essential, including academic and research roles, specialist consultancy, and leadership positions in construction and the built environment. The qualification supports work in industry, government or policy settings involving evidence-based improvement of projects, procurement, productivity, risk and innovation. This is a doctoral research pathway for high-level careers in construction management. Preparing graduates for engineering innovation, industrial research, and doctoral study.
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