Overview

We are now offering a new PhD in Creative Practice in Architecture available to practicing architects.

Research training is offered at bi-annual design symposia within the School. The final assessment is via a portfolio of design work of original composition presented as an exhibition with an accompanying written commentary of 40,000-50,000 words prepared for the viva voce examination.

Programme aims

This programme is aimed at design professionals who wish to advance their discipline through the act of practice and within the workplace. Its aim is to encourage and enable those who are at the forefront of creative practice to undertake research through design focusing on specialisms developed through practice and to fill the current void of doctoral-level practitioners in the discipline.

Programme Structure

Distinctive features

Candidates are expected to be in employment and the work that they are carrying out there counts as work for the PhD.
Candidates will have a good first and second degree in Architecture (commonly known as Part 1 and 2).
Applications must be supported by a portfolio of design work carried out in practice and demonstrating achievement, a maturing set of core skills and a developing ‘position’ in terms of design philosophy and approaches.
A minimum of three years in practice will be required.

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 36 months
Part-time
- 60 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-10-01 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-07-31 00:00:00

Language

English

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Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Cardiff, United Kingdom

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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90

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Other requirements

General requirements

Candidates will be expected to have a good first and second degree in Architecture (commonly known as Part 1 and 2).

Tuition Fees

Living costs

Cardiff

United Kingdom

628 - 1066 GBP / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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