CCTV surveillance and narrative in the smart city
This project looks at the proposals for and practice of ubiquitous CCTV coverage in urban areas. It might understand these practices as amounting to a kind of documentary film studio. The project would explore questions around political subjectivity and citizenship, in relation to densely networked urban structures.
I would be happy for prospective students to take up these themes and propose their own project, the above is just one idea. Generally, I am interested in projects that take up themes related to remote sensing, computation, technical networks, and political subjectivity, geopolitics, political economy and spatial practice. Suitable students would hold an MA in a subject related to spatial practices. Film, Architecture, Engineering, Urbanism, Design, for example. Other students might be eligible thanks to practical experience in a professional capacity.
How to apply
If you are interested in applying for the above PhD topic please follow the steps below:
- Contact the supervisor by email or phone to discuss your interest and find out if you would be suitable. Supervisor details can be found on this topic page. The supervisor will guide you in developing the topic-specific research proposal, which will form part of your application.
- Click on the 'Apply here' button on this page and you will be taken to the relevant PhD course page, where you can apply using an online application.
- Complete the online application indicating your selected supervisor and include the research proposal for the topic you have selected.
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This is a self funded topic
Brunel offers a number of funding options to research students that help cover the cost of their tuition fees, contribute to living expenses or both. See more information here: https://www.brunel.ac.uk/research/Research-degrees/Research-degree-funding. The UK Government is also offering Doctoral Student Loans for eligible students, and there is some funding available through the Research Councils. Many of our international students benefit from funding provided by their governments or employers. Brunel alumni enjoy tuition fee discounts of 15%.