Architecture Queen's University Belfast

Overview

Architecture programme at Queen's University Belfast offers the opportunity to make an original contribution to the discipline of architecture through a PhD or MPhil within the department’s accomplished, academic environment. Each lecturer in architecture pursues a unique research interest so that as a whole, the school is a diverse and lively place to study. Working closely with their chosen supervisors, PhD students are also connected to the School of Natural and Built Environment’s research clusters, benefitting from the cross-disciplinary context of research in the school. As part of the Russell Group, the university often hosts symposiums, seminars and conferences which connect researchers with renowned academics from across the globe.

Features

Architecture at Queen’s values both traditional academic and practice-based research. Expertise is available to support investigations involving deep exploration of historic and technological themes in Ireland and internationally, alongside research-by-design activities that surface new knowledge through the documentation of processes, behaviours and situations revealed through sophisticated design thinking. In both approaches, architecture is viewed as a lens and a measure of urban, suburban and rural landscapes.

Career Prospects

Many of the PhD graduates have moved into academic and research roles in Higher Education while others go on to play leading roles in educational practice, the public sector or within NGO’s. Queen's postgraduates reap exceptional benefits. Unique initiatives, such as Degree Plus and Researcher Plus bolster our commitment to employability.