PhD Architecture
    Duration3 year(s)
    Tuition Fee
    GBP 30,260 / Year
    Next IntakeSeptember 1, 2026

    PhD Architecture

    About

    • Ranked 5th in the world and 2nd in the UK for Architecture (QS World University Rankings by Subject 2024).
    • The University of Manchester was ranked in the top 5 in the UK for Architecture, built environment and planning research (overall GPA, REF2021).
    • Explore the complex processes and practices that run through the development, adaption and use of built environments.
    • Enjoy supervision by leading specialists and research-active staff who provide a supportive and stimulating working environment.

    Disciplines

    PhD

    Requirements

    Entry Requirements

    • Bachelor's (Honours) degree at 2:1 or above (or overseas equivalent); and
    • Master's degree in a relevant subject - with an overall average of 60% or above, a minimum mark of 60% in your dissertation (or overseas equivalent)

    Full entry requirements

    English Requirements

    • IELTSMin 5.5
    • TOEFLMin 72

    English Program Requirements

    All applicants must provide evidence of English language proficiency:

    • IELTS test minimum score - 7.0 overall, 7.0 in writing, 6.0 in other sections.
    • TOEFL (internet based) test minimum score - 100 overall, 25 in all sections.
    • Pearson Test of English (PTE) UKVI/SELT or PTE Academic minimum score - 76 overall, 76 in writing, 70 in other sections.
    • To demonstrate that you have taken an undergraduate or postgraduate degree in a majority English speaking nation within the last 5 years.
    • Other tests may be considered.

    Career

    Career opportunities

    As a postgraduate researcher, you'll have access to a dedicated researcher development training to support your professional development throughout your PhD journey and beyond.

    Our Researcher Development Programme will enable you to become more aware of your developing researcher identity, equipping you with the skills you need during your PhD and prepare you to integrate into the researcher community.

    At every stage of your career, you'll receive relevant, effective and comprehensive professional development opportunities.

    methods@manchester , meanwhile, is an initiative that gives you the chance to learn from the very best in research methods expertise at Manchester and beyond. Regular talks, workshops and other methods-related events are organised throughout the academic year, bringing in experts from across the University and externally.

    Finally, taking a placement provides a great opportunity to engage in knowledge exchange and to develop professional networking opportunities for your future career development.

    We have established Postgraduate Researcher Exchange programmes with a small number of institutions around the world, offering you the opportunity to visit another institution, access research resources and experience another academic culture as well as build professional networks.

    Successful applicants will receive some funding towards travel expenses, accommodation, subsistence, education materials and/or other education-related costs for anything from two weeks to a three-month visit.

    Careers support

    The University has its own dedicated Careers Service that you would have full access to as a student and for two years after you graduate. At Manchester you will have access to a number of opportunities to help boost your employability .

    Fee Information

    Tuition Fee
    30,260 / year

    PhD Architecture

    The University of Manchester

    The University of Manchester

    United Kingdom

    United Kingdom, Manchester