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PhD Architecture at Carleton University

Carleton University, Canada

Programme overview

The PhD in Architecture is a 6.0-credit doctoral program with a comprehensive examination, proposal examination and dissertation, plus a collaborative specialization option in African Studies.

Faculty: Faculty of Engineering and Design  |  Department: Azrieli School of Architecture and Urbanism  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Location: Ottawa, Ontario, Canada

What you will study

2.5 credits of core courses (Workshop: Design as Research, Texts, Precedents and Writings in Architecture, and Colloquia I-III on research methods, presentation and dissemination), the PhD Comprehensive Examination and Proposal Examination (1.0 credit each), 1.5 credits of free electives at the 5000 level or above, and a dissertation with oral defence.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Master's degree or equivalent in architecture or a related field with a minimum overall standing of A-. All applicants whose first language is not English must demonstrate English proficiency (graduate regulation 3.6).

Graduate programmes normally admit to the fall (September) term; some programmes also consider applicants for the winter (January) or summer (May) terms.

Apply online through Carleton360. Applications for most programmes for the upcoming Fall, Winter and Summer terms open on 1 June. Most programmes have two deadlines per term: the first for guaranteed consideration of admission and funding, the second if space and funds remain. Application fee: C$125, non-refundable, paid by credit card and not waived.

Apply through the official page: https://graduate.carleton.ca/

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