Overview

About the programme

We aim to shape national research agenda and policy on the built environment and proactively address public and professional needs. Our research in the School of Architecture at the University of Sheffield is grouped into four main areas.

Programme Structure

Research groups include:

Design, engagement and practice
Pedagogy, practice and scholarship
People, environments and performance
Space, cultures and politics

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 36 months
Part-time
- 72 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2025-09-30 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-09-06 00:00:00 , National
- Apply before 2025-09-02 00:00:00 , International

More details

Although we advise students to start in September/October, it's often possible to start postgraduate research at any point in the year.

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

88

Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

Architecture View 51 other PhDs in Architecture in United Kingdom

Academic requirements

GPA

Upper Second Class

English requirements

TOEFL^® IBT

88

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Other requirements

General requirements

We require a good first degree and usually a masters in a topic related to the application, or MArch (RIBA Part 2 or equivalent).
We also recognise the value of practice-based experience, and will consider candidates with substantial experience but less in the way of academic qualifications.

Tuition Fee

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International

24230 GBP/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 24230 GBP per year during 36 months.
National

4786 GBP/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 4786 GBP per year during 36 months.

Home: £4,786 to £9,786
Overseas: £24,230 to £29,230

Living costs for Sheffield

555 - 977 GBP /month

Living costs

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

Below you will find PhD's scholarship opportunities for Architecture.

Available Scholarships

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