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Research and innovation
Our research contributes to delivering the infrastructure that we all rely on in everyday life. We have an ethos of working at the interfaces with other disciplines to tackle key societal and technical challenges, and our research has an impact at a global scale. Our research is supported by dedicated and experienced technical staff and first-class laboratory and computing facilities.
Leeds student wins 2023 Adam Neville Prize for best national PhD in cement and concrete
The University of Leeds and The Concrete Society have awarded The Adam…
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An alumnus from the School of Civil Engineering has been selected as a…
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The University is celebrating the 300th anniversary of civil engineer John…
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The School of Civil Engineering held its first undergraduate Prizegiving…
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We are excited to announce our first postgraduate-led conference at the School of Civil Engineering.
Monday 15 April 2024, 9:00 - 17:00
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Join us for our next Inaugural Lecture on 1 May as we welcome Fleur Loveridge, Professor of Geo-Energy Engineering at the School of Civil Engineering.
Wednesday 1 May 2024, 15:45 - 18:00
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We have an expert team, which supports our academics to exchange vital knowledge and experience with industry and other organisations.
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We offer a range of short courses, which are linked to our research and specifically designed for people in industry.
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We deliver events and activities to showcase this fascinating subject area to students at schools and colleges across the UK.
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The University community is made up of a wide range of people with diverse backgrounds and circumstances, which we value and regard as a great asset.
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