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Ali, M M A (2011) A framework for enhancing the success of construction projects undertaken in Libya, Unpublished PhD Thesis, Department of the Built Environment, Sheffield Hallam University.
Almeraikhi, A M (2010) An integrated framework for multi-project planning and control, Unpublished PhD Thesis, School of Engineering, Sheffield Hallam University.
Alzohbi, M G M (2015) A framework for evaluating material management performance in Jordanian concrete building projects, Unpublished PhD Thesis, Department of the Natural and Built Environment, Sheffield Hallam University.
Awe, E M (2012) A framework for training and development of construction craft skills in Nigeria, Unpublished PhD Thesis, Department of the Natural and Built Environment, Sheffield Hallam University.
Bhutto, K H (2004) The application of integrated management systems (IMS) by contracting organisations, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , Sheffield Hallam University.
Blaza, S (1995) Implementing an integrated management information system in a medium sized construction firm, Unpublished PhD Thesis, School of Construction, Sheffield Hallam University.
Broadhurst, S J (2000) Non-man-entry sewer renovation robot characteristics, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , Sheffield Hallam University.
Chileshe, N. (2004) The application of TQM within small & medium sized construction related organisations, Unpublished PhD Thesis, School of Construction, Sheffield Hallam University.
Clegg, D R (1999) A construction-specific simulation-based framework for earthworks, Unpublished PhD Thesis, School of Construction, Sheffield Hallam University.
Fapohunda, J A (2009) Operational framework for optimal utilisation of construction resources during the production process, Unpublished PhD Thesis, Division of Built Environment, Sheffield Hallam University.
Fox, S J (2001) Application of design for manufacture principles to building design and construction, Unpublished PhD Thesis, School of Engineering, Sheffield Hallam University.
Griffith, A (2006) Expanding knowledge and practice of construction management systems and procedures, Unpublished PhD Thesis, Department of Environment and Development, Sheffield Hallam University.
Hassan, P F (2005) A best practice framework for training UK construction site managers, Unpublished PhD Thesis, Department of Environment and Development, Sheffield Hallam University.
Higham A.P. (2014) Conceptual Framework for the Sustainable Benefit Evaluation of UK Social Housing Projects, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , Sheffield Hallam University.
King, A P (2008) Enhancing the effectiveness of design and build tendering, Unpublished PhD Thesis, Division of Built Environment, Sheffield Hallam University.
Morton, P M (2010) Difference and belonging: Learning from women studying the built environment, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , Sheffield Hallam University.
- Type: Thesis
- Keywords: built environment; culture; education; gender; higher education; women; learning; teaching
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- URL: http://shura.shu.ac.uk/20090/
- Abstract:
The research explores the lived experiences of a small number of women students of different ages and backgrounds studying the built environment at one 'new' university over a number of years. Difference and belonging became key themes in the research. The researcher has adopted a feminist and collaborative approach according to 'new paradigm' (Reason and Rowan,1981) research in order to include the participants as partners rather than subjects. Lecturers involved in teaching built environment subject areas are also partners in the research. The literature draws on three general themes: gender and the experience of women as learners; culture and higher education; and women in the SET and built environment sectors. Whilst gender is at the heart of this research, 'race', class and age have been found to be significant aspects of identity that intersect to influence women in built environment higher education. Intersectionality at the differences between women and their collective difference as women in male dominated environment were found to be significant within their learning experience. The complexities of the culture and sub-cultures within the university were found to contribute both positive and negative aspects to the learning experience of the different women. While the research found a number of features of the learning experience that could be improved, the natural association of abstract, impersonal teaching and 'masculine' subjects with a 'masculine' culture was challenged by the pedagogical approaches to teaching and learning. The results indicate a need to guard against a fixed view of masculine and feminine attributes that may reinforce existing stereotypes. The positive impact that individual lecturers have on the learning experience of women is an encouraging find. The results provide a challenge to some of the overwhelming negative experiences described by women in male dominated subject areas. The research provides encouragement that positive interventions can help women to belong in a new university built environment community.
Salter, M (1989) Planning systems for small firms, Unpublished PhD Thesis, School of Construction, Sheffield Hallam University.
Tahir, H A (2015) A project control framework for the Libyan construction industry, Unpublished PhD Thesis, Department of the Natural and Built Environment, Sheffield Hallam University.
Turner, D (2017) Variations of the project sponsor role and benefits realisation: A phenomenographic study, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , Sheffield Hallam University.
Watts, J (2022) Constructing non-profit collaboration: A macro discursive institutional perspective, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , Sheffield Hallam University.
Westgate, S E (1986) An information system for estimating, targetting and planning in small building firms, Unpublished PhD Thesis, , Sheffield Hallam University.