Overview

We offer a degree in Geotechnical Engineering at Lund University. Among the topics addressed are relations of tension and strain for different types of soil, rock and grain based on experimental investigations taking the composition, formation and previous load into account.

Features

Furthermore, the behaviour of masses consisting of the mentioned materials is analysed.

The applications include analyses of bearing capacity, subsidence and vibrations, and studies of issues of foundation work, soil stabilisation, support constructions and the interaction of soil and structure.

Programme Structure

Research

A key focus of research is methods and strategies of calculation specialising in computer simulations and verification of measurements.

The ambition is to spread knowledge of advanced calculation methods in construction projects concerning the interaction between soil and buildings.

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

You can apply for and start this programme anytime.

More details

The application process at our faculties varies – some advertise doctoral positions at the same time each year, while others do so throughout the year.

Language

English

IELTS

6.5

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Credits

240 ECTS

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Lund, Sweden

Disciplines

Geology View 11 other PhDs in Geology in Sweden

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

IELTS

6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

A person meets the general admission requirements for third-cycle courses and study programmes if he or she:

has been awarded a second-cycle qualification, or

has satisfied the requirements for courses comprising at least 240

credits of which at least 60 credits were awarded in the second cycle, or

has acquired substantially equivalent knowledge in some other way in Sweden or abroad.

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

Free
EU/EEA Applies to you

Applies to you

EU/EEA Nationals

Free

Additional Details

There are no tuition fees for doctoral education at Lund University.

Living costs

Lund

Sweden

7428 - 11057 SEK / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.