Overview

Architecture and Digital Theory students produce a doctoral thesis consisting of an original piece of writing with supplements allowed in any format suitable to the respective research subject.

Who this course is for

Students are expected to be independent thinkers, in order to make an original contribution to knowledge and expand the disciplinary discourse in their field of inquiry.

They should be reflective within the shifting boundaries of their discipline and the rapidly changing nature of the architectural profession, and aware of how these are affected by societal and institutional challenges.

The research proposal is crucial to our decision on your application since it demonstrates your ability to identify and articulate an independent line of research inquiry.

What this course will give you

The Bartlett School of Architecture is one of the world's most exciting architecture schools, in one of its most inspiring cities. Our name stands for provocative ideas, boundary-pushing research and high-achieving lecturers and students.

We are a multi-disciplinary department within University College London (UCL) with researchers active in architectural design, architectural history, urban studies and space syntax, who bring together approaches from the arts, humanities, social sciences and engineering to the study of architecture.

Employability

Our graduates find employment in a wide range of careers as built environment professionals including

academia,
government,
public service,
policy formation
and media worldwide.

Networking

We provide an increasing number of networking opportunities for our students, including book launches and social events, lectures, collaborative projects and visits.

Programme Structure

Courses included:

From machine to body
From bodies to collective intelligence
Philosophy and aesthetics of digital environments and digital art
Cognitive aspects of design computing systems
The political economy of digitally driven environments
History of digital tools for notation and fabrication

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 36 months
Part-time
- 60 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-10-01 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-07-01 00:00:00
Starting 2027-02-01 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-11-01 00:00:00
Starting 2027-05-01 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-02-01 00:00:00

More details

Applications are accepted on a rolling basis but should be submitted at least three months prior to your preferred start date.

Language

English

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Credits

180 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

London, United Kingdom

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

Upper Second Class

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

A minimum of an upper second-class UK Bachelor's degree and a Master's degree, or an overseas qualification of an equivalent standard, in a relevant subject, is essential.
Exceptionally: where applicants have other suitable research or professional experience, they may be admitted without a Master's degree; or where applicants have a lower second-class UK Honours Bachelor's degree (2:2) (or equivalent) they must possess a relevant Master's degree to be admitted.
We expect any successful application to include a sufficiently strong and convincing proposal, and those holding a Master's degree are typically well prepared to provide one. Relevant work experience is highly desirable.
The English language level for this programme is: Level 2

Tuition Fees

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

International Applies to you

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Non-residents

29800 GBP / year

≈ 29800 GBP / year
Domestic Applies to you

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Citizens or residents

6215 GBP / year

≈ 6215 GBP / year

Additional Details

Part time

UK: £3,105
International: £14,900

Living costs

London

United Kingdom

1137 - 2157 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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Overview

Who this course is for

What this course will give you

Employability

Networking

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

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Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

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General requirements

Tuition Fees

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Additional Details

Living costs

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