| Program start date | Application deadline |
| 2024-10-01 | - |
| 2024-04-01 | - |
| 2024-09-01 | - |
| 2025-04-01 | - |
| 2025-09-01 | - |
| 2025-10-01 | - |
| 2026-04-01 | - |
| 2026-09-01 | - |
Program Overview
This architecture research program allows PhD students to explore a wide range of topics related to building and city performance, assessment, and design. Students can align their research with the expertise of the department's staff or propose new areas of inquiry. The program fosters collaboration and the advancement of knowledge in the field of architecture.
Program Outline
We are keen to receive applications from prospective students that match both our current areas and individual expertise. We are also interested in receiving proposals that bring new questions to the table.
Scotland£4,786 England, Wales & Northern Ireland£4,786 International£23,850 International students may have associated visa and immigration costs.
Overview:
- Founded in 1796 as Anderson's Institution
- Received its Royal Charter in 1964, becoming the University of Strathclyde
- Consistently ranked among the top 10 universities in the UK for engineering and technology
- Home to the Advanced Forming Research Centre (AFRC), a world-leading research center in metal forming
- Notable alumni include Sir James Black (Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine), Sir David Murray (former CEO of Rangers Football Club), and Dame Jocelyn Bell Burnell (astrophysicist)
Student Life:
- Over 23,000 students from over 100 countries
- 150+ student clubs and societies, including sports teams, cultural groups, and academic societies
- Student support services include counseling, health, and disability support
- Campus facilities include a sports center, library, and student union
Academics:
- Offers a wide range of undergraduate and postgraduate programs in engineering, science, business, law, and social sciences
- Faculty includes world-renowned experts in their fields
- Teaching methodologies emphasize hands-on learning and industry engagement
- Academic support services include tutoring, writing centers, and language support
- Unique academic programs include the Strathclyde MBA, which is ranked among the top 100 MBAs in the world
Top Reasons to Study Here:
- Excellent reputation for teaching and research, particularly in engineering and technology
- Strong industry connections and opportunities for internships and placements
- Specialized facilities such as the AFRC and the Strathclyde Institute of Pharmacy and Biomedical Sciences
- Vibrant student life with a diverse and inclusive community
- Located in the heart of Glasgow, a vibrant and cosmopolitan city
Services:
- Counseling and mental health support
- Health center with a range of medical services
- Accommodation services with a variety of on-campus and off-campus options
- Library resources with over 1 million books and journals
- Technology support including IT services and free Wi-Fi
- Career development services with support for job searching, CV writing, and interview preparation
Entry Requirements:
You'll need a first-class or upper second-class UK Honours degree, or overseas equivalent, in any discipline. Previous research or industrial experience isn't necessary but is advantageous.
