Meet Ben

Your postgraduate research

My PhD focused on new industrial (path) creation and the spatial evolution of new industries over time. I looked at path creation in the evolution of North East England’s offshore wind and printable electronics industries. I did this with reference to new theories associated with evolutionary economic geography.

Choosing CURDS

I chose to study a PhD at CURDS because of its standing and reputation in the local and regional academic and policy community. 

Many academics at CURDS are: 

• respected internationally
• published
• share research interests
• particularly related to territorial innovation and new industrial path creation, that match my own.

Studying with CURDS

As someone who studied part-time, I valued the flexibility and ongoing support provided by my PhD supervisors. 

Along with face-to-face bi-monthly meetings, it was important I had tutors I could approach on an ad-hoc basis. Both my PhD supervisors gave me this support.

Living in Newcastle

It’s a cracking night out. The people are friendly, transport links are great, sporting, social & cultural attractions aplenty.