100% of the University of Reading’s research in Architecture, Built Environment and Planning is of international standing (REF 2021, combining 4*, 3* and 2* submissions – Architecture, Built Environment and Planning) and 100% of our research impact has been classed ‘outstanding’ or ‘very considerable’ (REF 2021, combining 4* and 3* submissions – Architecture, Built Environment and Planning).
Excellence in research
Our doctoral community
The School of the Built Environment is a supportive and collaborative global community of students, staff, alumni and partners.
If you undertake your PhD with us you will become part of a large, diverse community of doctoral students across the University.
Teaching opportunities
We'll support you to develop your teaching skills and gain experience that will prepare you for a career in academia. We offer opportunities to teach on undergraduate modules and supervise undergraduate projects in the School.
As a doctoral student at Reading, you can also attend the Doctoral and Researcher College's Preparing to Teach programme at no extra cost.
Built Environment research groups
Research activity in the School of the Built Environment is organised into three research groups:
These interdisciplinary groups bring together colleagues across the School to participate in a number of activities, which our PhD students can utilise during their time at Reading.
Life in the School
Find out more about day-to-day life as a PhD student in the School of the Built Environment.
Meet our experts
Our talented and internationally diverse team in the School of the Built Environment are actively involved in research, contributing directly to your teaching and supervision.
Our research
Our research makes a case for a better built environment as part of an interdisciplinary centre of excellence.
