Overview

The School of Architecture at Oxford Brookes University provides a dynamic and inspirational research environment and a diverse and inclusive research culture, incorporating the work of all staff and students.

Why Oxford Brookes University?

As a research student you will be joining a School that is involved with world-leading research in a dynamic and vibrant environment. You will benefit from:

links with the wider faculty (the School of the Built Environment, School of Engineering, Computing and Mathematics and the School of Arts)
automatic membership of the Faculty Doctoral Training Programme (DTP).
optional training courses, student events, lectures and other opportunities
24-hour access to digital suites with specialist programmes such as Building Information Modelling (BIM), ArchiCAD, Revit, Geographic Information Systems (GIS) modelling, 3D Studio Max and, Rhino 3D
a purpose-built workshop offering dedicated spaces, tools and technologies for working with a wide range of materials
close links with the UK and international practice, civil society, industry and government
a Director of Studies and at least one other supervisor
a range of personal support that includes access to a wide range of staff who are available for consultation.

Programme Structure

Projects can cover a wide range of areas in and associated with Architecture, including:

construction
structural technologies
energy
low carbon
sustainability of the built environment
vernacular architecture
conservation
urbanization
humanitarian practice
architectural practice
Building Information Modelling (BIM)
design theory
Live projects
social justice
health and the environment
housing and home

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months
Part-time
- 36 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-01-27 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-07-27 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2027-06-01 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-01-01 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2027-09-21 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-03-21 00:00:00 , International

More details

It is recommended that you apply at least 6 months in advance to allow adequate time for your application to be processed

Language

English

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Oxford, United Kingdom

Disciplines

Architecture View 37 other PhDs in Architecture in United Kingdom

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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

We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.

Other requirements

General requirements

Entry requirement: a recent master’s degree in a discipline appropriate to the proposed research. The master’s needs to have included research training and a research project.

research proposal
scan of your passport - to confirm your name and date of birth. We will then ensure that any offer letters issued to you correspond with your passport name, this will help when applying for a student visa
IELTS Certificate or equivalent (if required) – no older than two years from the proposed start date of your programme
scan of your final degree certificates already awarded
scan of transcripts
two references (at least one academic) – your references must be on institutional headed paper and be dated and signed by referee(s).
evidence of funding

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

17950 GBP / year

≈ 17950 GBP / year
Domestic Applies to you

Applies to you

Citizens or residents

5106 GBP / year

≈ 5106 GBP / year

Living costs

Oxford

United Kingdom

939 - 1530 GBP / month

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

Funding

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Scholarships Information

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