UNIVERSITY OF MALTA
FACULTY FOR THE BUILT ENVIRONMENT
DISSERTATION TITLES 2012/13
I.D.
Surname
Name
Stream
Proposed Title
Tutor/s
215589M
Abela
Adrian
Architecture
Yakov Chernikov Applied
Dr. L. Bianco
565390M
Abela
Nathalie
Architecture
The Fashionability of Change: A Focus on the
Ephemeral Nature of Fashion Retail Interiors
Perit M. A. Galea
563990M
Agius-Delicata
Andrew
Structures
Sulfate Attack on Mortar with Limestone Filler
Replacement
Perit R. Borg
166289M
Attard
James
Architecture
Architectural Moods - The Thoughts and
Creations of Zumtor, Pallasmaa and Holl
Prof. D. De Lucca
224190M
Baldacchino
Fabrizio
Structures
A Parametric Study of the Stability of a Vertical
Cut Close to a Third Party Wall Foundation
Perit A. Mifsud
391789M
Bason
Stephanie
Architecture
The Administration of Justice: The Work of
Architect Josef Hohensinn
Dr. L. Bianco
360088M
Bilocca
Sarah Jane
Architecture
Approaching a Fortified City - A Study of the
Boundaries of Valletta
Prof. D. De Lucca
463389M
Bonello
Cheryl Ann
Architecture
47890M
Borg
Japheth Luke
Structures
Analysis of Concrete Workability through its
Rheological Properties
Perit R. Borg
462089M
Borg
Kane
Structures
Evolutionary Optimisation Algorithms Applied
to Structural Trusses
Dr. M. Bonello
Polychrome Valletta: A Study of its Timber and
Prof. D. De Lucca
Wrought Iron Apertures
160290M
Brincat
Adam
Architecture
An Architectural Approach to Character
Appraisal
Perit S. Cefai
215690M
Bugeja
Daphne
Architecture
The Aesthetics of Time in Architecture
Dr. L. Bianco
12190G
Busuttil
Jennifer
Structures
Perspectives on Potential Water Conservation
in Administrative Buildings and the Impact on
Employees
Perit K. Gatt
305789M
Cachia
Rebecca
Structures
Green Roofs: Thermal Performance and Noise
Reduction in a Mediterranean Climate
Dr. V. Buhagiar
54890M
Cachia
Theodore
Architecture
Typography as a Medium in Architectural
Language
Dr. L. Bianco
47691M
Camilleri
David
Structures
The Effect of Fibres in Concrete on Plastic
Shrinkage Cracks
Prof. A. Torpiano
563889M
Camilleri
Mark
Urban Design
The Social Aspect of Public Open Spaces in an
Urban Environment
Dr. E. Mintoff
236189M
Camilleri
Theresa Anne
Structures
LA 21 in a Rural Context – A Proposal for
Siggiewi.
Perit K. Gatt
417590M
Camilleri
William Victor
Architecture
Valletta: A Surrealist Interpretation
Dr. L. Bianco
293575M
Carter
Claire
Architecture
The Conservation and Re-Use of the Old
University Building, Valletta, with a Focus on
the Courtyard
Prof. J. Cassar
Dr. R. Grima
184689M
Caruana
Manuel
Structures
Investigation of Concrete Bond Using Steel,
Threaded Stainless Steel and FRP Rebars
Prof. A. Torpiano
21990M
Cassar
Glorianne
Structures
The Notarial Archives Building in Valletta Condition Assessment and Conservation
Proposals
Prof. J. Cassar
Perit S. Cefai
211691M
Cassar
Marie
Architecture
Experiencing Architecture: The Human
Perception of a Space
Dr. L. Bianco
529990M
Cassar
Samuel
Architecture
Self-esteem and Social Housing Design
Perit A. Zammit
29786G
Ciantar
Daniel
Structures
Review of Self-Compacting Concrete Mix
Design Methodology and the Assessment of
Fresh Properties
Perit R. Borg
565090M
Darmanin
Bernice
Structures
Santa Marija Church, Birkirkara - An Analysis
of its Structural Problems
Prof. A. Torpiano
Perit A. Mifsud
222190M
Debattista
Rachel
Structures
Grouting in Conservation of Architectural
Surfaces: A Local Study
R. De Angelis
Ing. E. Muscat
Azzopardi
425188M
Debono
Jean Paul
Structures
The Potential Use of Used Engine Oil as a
Concrete Admixture
Perit R. Borg
228887M
Ebejer
Steven
Architecture
Water Based Structures: Alternative Modes of
Development
Dr. P. Gauci
240889M
Falzon
Francesca
Structures
Compressive Strength Characteristics of
Reconstituted Limestone
Prof. S. Buhagiar
357190M
Galdes
Alessia
Structures
Vulnerability of Local Masonry Buildings to
Seismic Loading
Dr. M. Bonello
558787M
Galea
Joseph
Structures
Assessment of the Seismic Performance and
Retrofitting Strengthening Techniques of Local
Heritage Buildings
Dr. M. Bonello
146589M
Genovese
Elaine
Structures
Durability of Reconstituted Limestone
Prof. S. Buhagiar
341790M
Giordano
Ivan
Architecture
Ephemeral Entertainment Stages in Historic
Urban Contexts - A Study of Design and
Spatial Issues
Perit A. Zammit
477388M
Giordimania
Melchior
Structures
Efficiency of Mixers
Prof. A. Torpiano
261490M
Grech
Sara
Urban Design
Intelligent Traffic Management Systems for
Malta
Dr. E. Mintoff
Perit O. Lewis
212090M
Lanfranco
Michael
Architecture
An Exploration of Inspirational Connections
Between Art and Architecture
Dr. R. Bianco
15891M
Lapira
Luke
Structures
181189M
Mamo
Jessica
Structures
147990M
Manche'
Alexandra
Architecture
Producing Architecture
Perit M. Mercieca
119190M
Micallef
Rodney
Structures
Limits of Durability on Decorative Concrete
Overlays (DCO) In Terms of Bond Strength
Prof. A. Torpiano
142490M
Psaila
Luke
Urban Design
Shared Space Streets in the Maltese Islands
Dr. E. Mintoff
Mr. R. Galea
487290M
Sammut
Maria
Architecture
The Effects of an Ever-Changing Technology
on the Domesticity of Living Spaces
Dr. P. Gauci
200090M
Sammut Alessi
Kurt
Structures
559490M
Sciortino
Danielle
Structures
LA 21 in an Urban Context - A Proposal for
Attard
Perit K. Gatt
115590M
Spiteri
Diane
Architecture
The Manderaggio - Societies Reactions and
Prospects for the Urban Regeneration of
Valletta's Slum Area
Perit H. Bonnici
The Behaviour of Cold-Formed Rectangular
Hollow Flange Beams Under Combined Axial
and Bending Actions
Assessing the Feasibility of Introducing
Financial Incentives to Promote Water
Conservation in Domestic Houses
Dr. M. Bonello
Perit K. Gatt
The Structural Behaviour of Thin Shell Masonry
Prof. A. Torpiano
Arch Bridges
333190M
Spiteri
Jorge
Urban Design
Sustainable Transportation Paths for Malta
Dr. E. Mintoff
Perit O. Lewis
530090M
Thompson
Julian
Structures
Transport Properties of Concrete Using
Limestone Filler or Fly Ash as a Partial
Replacement to Cement
Perit R. Borg
458890M
Tonna
Elisa-Anne
Architecture
Palazzo De La Salle - A Future for its Past
Prof. D. De Lucca
74390M
Vella
Liliana
Architecture
Natural Light and Genius Loci: Their Role in
the Architectural Experience
Perit M. A. Galea
127795M
Vella Muskat
Nicholas
Architecture
Architectural Determinism: Reviewed...and
Reinterpreted
Prof. D. De Lucca
296690M
Xuereb
Shirley
Architecture
The Architecture for the Dead
Dr. L. Bianco
290390M
Zammit
Charlene Jo
Structures
An Investigation of the Effects of Commercially
Available Herbicides on Local Building
Materials
Prof. J. Cassar
333888M
Zammit
Dana
Structures
Onsite Core Testing: How Accurate Is It?
Prof. S. Buhagiar
578290M
Zammit
Jade
Architecture
13891M
Zarb
Justin
Structures
10/4/2012
The Cinematic Experience of Fantasy through
Prof. D. De Lucca
Architectural Space
Retrofitting Social Housing for Low Energy
Comfort
Dr. V. Buhagiar