10 PhD programmes in Urban Planning in Asia

Urban Design, Planning and Disaster Management offered at Kyushu University is for those who wish to research deeper into the fields of psychology, clinical psychology, sociology, cultural anthropology, education, health and sport sciences, and architecture.

The PhD in Urban Planning and Design is managed through collaboration between Xi'an Jiaotong-Liverpool University and the University of Liverpool. 

Embark on a transformative academic journey in urban planning and design at the esteemed University Putra Malaysia (UPM). Immerse yourself in the dynamic world of the Urban Planning and Design Doctoral Program, where UPM's commitment to academic excellence converges with the intricate art and science of creating sustainable and resilient urban spaces.

The PhD in Asian Urbanisms from Singapore Management University equips students to cognate ideas emerging from the humanities, economics, public policy, business, climate science, and information systems/computer science (including but not limited to areas like geographic information systems, smart city management and urban systems).

The Urban and Regional Planning program at Technion - Israel Institute of Technology is designed for students interested in leading independent, original research in the fields taught in the Faculty.

The Urban Studies programme offered by Lingnan University develops advanced research expertise in urban studies through interdisciplinary analysis of cities, housing, and social challenges.

At the The University of Tokyo, we offer our graduate students a phd degree program in Urban and Environmental Studies. 

The Planning program from Lovely Professional University emphasizes on off-the-shelf research to create new knowledge and explore future challenges.

The Urban Studies and Practice degree from the IIHS (Institution Deemed to be) University is designed to bring together a cohort of scholars interested in working across disciplines and professional sectors to shape sustainable and equitable futures.

The purpose of  Sustainable Architecture and Urban Systems from Kyushu University is to acquire the abilities necessary to become a high-level expert pursuing the sustainment of cities and buildings.