PhD Architecture at University of Kent

Programme overview

A research degree in architecture and planning at the Kent School of Architecture and Planning, focused on sustainability, biodiversity and climate change, urban design and planning, architectural conservation and heritage, and the history, theory and philosophy of architecture. Each student has two supervisors and joins the school's graduate school, with weekly research seminars and an annual research symposium.

Faculty: Kent School of Architecture and Planning | Duration: 3 to 4 years full-time, 6 to 7 years part-time | Intake: September, January, April | Study mode: full-time or part-time (Canterbury) | Location: Canterbury, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

An original research project leading to a thesis, supervised by two supervisors, alongside weekly research-student seminars, an annual research symposium and the Researcher Development Programme run by Kent's Graduate School.

Career pathways

A PhD supports academic careers and allows practising architects, engineers and planners to build expertise and drive innovation in practice.

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Application information

Entry requirements

A minimum 2.1 honours degree plus a Master's degree or MArch in architecture or an appropriate subject, or an equivalent track record and professional experience in architecture. Applications need a CV, a research proposal (of about 500 words covering the research questions, methods, background, outline schedule, contribution to a research centre and bibliography; full-time PhDs are expected to be completed within three years) and two academic references sent directly by the referees; a preferred supervisor should be named. Students needing a student visa cannot study part-time unless on a distance or blended programme with no on-campus provision. International applicants: Very Good English (high B2 CEFR), for example IELTS 6.5 with at least 5.5 in each component or PTE Academic 67 with at least 59 in each sub-test; a UK degree or a degree from a majority English-speaking country may also satisfy the requirement. Applications are considered throughout the year.

International applicants: GBP 21,950 a year (2027/28). Full-time annual tuition fee from the 2027/28 fee table Source

Intake: September, January, April

Duration: 3 to 4 years full-time, 6 to 7 years part-time

Apply through the official page: https://www.kent.ac.uk/courses/postgraduate/apply

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