PhD Architecture at Manchester Metropolitan University

Programme overview

PhD Architecture is a doctoral research degree in Art, Design and Architecture at Manchester Metropolitan University. Discover your research degree options, including areas of expertise for our academic supervisors.

Faculty: Faculty of Arts and Humanities | Duration: three years full-time, six years part-time | Study mode: full-time, part-time | Intake: Most of our doctoral students enrol in October. You can also join us in January and April. | Location: Manchester, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Supervised original research leading to a doctoral thesis. Research areas include: Architecture and urbanism, Arts for health, Asian cultures, Contemporary ceramics and textile practice, Cultures of conflict, Curatorial studies, Design innovation and design futures, Digital arts and design, Drama, dance and performing arts, Heritage, Histories and theories of fine art, Interdisciplinary and collaborative industry approaches to practice, Photography, Short film, Socially and politically engaged cultural practices, Visual cultures, Visual social media, Qualifications you can study, Choose from one of these programmes:, PhD Art — three years full-time, six years part-time, PhD Design — three years full-time, six years part-time, PhD Architecture — three years full-time, six years part-time, Find out about the, research degrees we offer., Start dates, Most of our doctoral students enrol in October. You can also join us in January and April..

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Application information

Entry requirements

To apply, you’ll need a first or 2.1 honours degree, or an equivalent qualification. International doctoral students must have strong English language skills. We welcome applicants from non-standard backgrounds. We’ll take subject knowledge, professional experience, publications, or other relevant achievements into consideration.

Domestic applicants: GBP 5,238 a year (2026/27). Full-time home fee for PhD/MPhil (UKRI rate); part-time £2,619 per year; additional project costs may apply Source

International applicants: GBP 22,500 a year (2026/27). Full-time international fee per year for this subject band; part-time is 50% Source

Intake: Most of our doctoral students enrol in October. You can also join us in January and April.

Duration: three years full-time, six years part-time

Apply through the official page: https://www.mmu.ac.uk/study/postgraduate/research-study/subject/apply-research-degree

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