Doctor of Philosophy (Architecture and Built Environment)

Program Overview

The Doctor of Philosophy in Architecture and Built Environment is a research-intensive program that provides students with advanced research skills and knowledge in the field. Students work closely with supervisors to conduct original research and contribute to the body of knowledge in architecture and the built environment. The program prepares students for careers in academia, research, or industry.

Program Outline

Degree Overview:

• Overview:
• The Doctor of Philosophy in Architecture and Built Environment provides an opportunity for students to deeply explore a chosen topic within the field through independent, sustained, and academically rigorous research.
• Students will be appointed a supervisor, a full-time academic staff member experienced in research, and associate supervisors to assist the principal supervisor.
• Students may need to meet specific attendance requirements and complete a thesis embodying their research findings.
• Objectives:
• Develop advanced research skills and knowledge in architecture and the built environment.
• Contribute to the body of knowledge in the field through original research.
• Prepare students for careers in academia, research, or industry.
• Program Description:
• The program typically takes two to four years of full-time study (or part-time equivalent).