Goldsmiths, University of London: Research Architecture
| Institution | Goldsmiths, University of London View institution profile |
|---|---|
| Department | Visual Cultures |
| Web | https://www.gold.ac.uk/ |
Doctor of Philosophy - PhD
Summary
This MPhil/PhD programme is aimed at practitioners of architecture and other related spatial practices who would like to develop a sustained multi-year practice-led research project.
It allows you to produce intensive, rigorous, and scholarly research as well as further elaborate your own practice.
The programme is structured around an annual series of two-day long seminars, which take place each month during the Autumn, Winter, and Spring terms. In addition the programme also includes a series of longer meetings and trips abroad.
The seminars are organised as a Roundtable discussion of student research projects as they progress each year. Each of the Roundtable seminars is supplemented by invited guests who bring relevant scholarly knowledge or practices into the Centre. Student and guest presentations, along with assigned readings, provide the common conceptual ground for discussion of work and ideas.
| Study type | Research |
|---|---|
| Level | RQF Level 8 |
| Entry requirements | You should normally have (or expect to be awarded) a taught Masters in a relevant subject area or equivalent. You might also be considered if you aren’t a graduate or your degree is in an unrelated field, but have relevant experience and can show that you have the ability to work at postgraduate level. If English isn’t your first language, you’ll need to meet our English language requirements of IELTS 6.5 with a 6.5 in writing and no element lower than 6.0, to study with us. |
| Assessment | Visual Cultures assessment are 100% coursework. Normally this consists of essays, sometimes accompanied by creative projects, group projects, multi-media projects, presentations, symposia, reviews, and studio work. |
| Location | Goldsmiths, University of London New Cross London SE14 6NW |
Summary
This MPhil/PhD programme is aimed at practitioners of architecture and other related spatial practices who would like to develop a sustained multi-year practice-led research project.
It allows you to produce intensive, rigorous, and scholarly research as well as further elaborate your own practice.
The programme is structured around an annual series of two-day long seminars, which take place each month during the Autumn, Winter, and Spring terms. In addition the programme also includes a series of longer meetings and trips abroad.
The seminars are organised as a Roundtable discussion of student research projects as they progress each year. Each of the Roundtable seminars is supplemented by invited guests who bring relevant scholarly knowledge or practices into the Centre. Student and guest presentations, along with assigned readings, provide the common conceptual ground for discussion of work and ideas.
| Study type | Research |
|---|---|
| Level | RQF Level 8 |
| Entry requirements | You should normally have (or expect to be awarded) a taught Masters in a relevant subject area or equivalent. You might also be considered if you aren’t a graduate or your degree is in an unrelated field, but have relevant experience and can show that you have the ability to work at postgraduate level. If English isn’t your first language, you’ll need to meet our English language requirements of IELTS 6.5 with a 6.5 in writing and no element lower than 6.0, to study with us. |
| Assessment | Visual Cultures assessment are 100% coursework. Normally this consists of essays, sometimes accompanied by creative projects, group projects, multi-media projects, presentations, symposia, reviews, and studio work. |
| Location | Goldsmiths, University of London New Cross London SE14 6NW |
MA
Summary
This MA programme is for suitably qualified graduates from a range of disciplines wishing to pursue work within the context of politically engaged thinking.
The MA programme has been developed to allow you to combine studio work with theoretical research. Lectures, seminars and workshops will equip you with a grounding in critical spatial practices and related areas of inquiry.
The theoretical module provides a thorough coverage of the historical, philosophical and technological aspects of the intersection of space, power and conflict in light of changing geo-political conditions.
This programme is orientated towards graduates looking to undertake training in research architecture before proceeding onto doctoral studies, or who wish to pursue or enhance their career in the areas of architecture, design, law, journalism, filmmaking, art and curating.
As with our MPhil/PhD track, our MA programme draws practitioners from a wide range of backgrounds, experiences and disciplines. The MA also enables international exposure of student research through participation in exhibitions, symposia and workshops.
A recent external examination report concluded: “This is an excellent course and possibly the most innovative one in the country".
Sponsorship info
AHRC; ESRC.
| Study type | Taught |
|---|---|
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
| Entry requirements | Places on the MA in Research Architecture are very competitive. They are not limited to graduates of architecture, but open to a range of other disciplines provided that you have, or expect to gain, an undergraduate degree of at least second class standard or equivalent. A good portfolio of practical and/or scholarly work, as well as experience in conducting research and a demonstrable interest in critical spatial practices, are essential. Your portfolio should be uploaded with your application. If English isn’t your first language, you’ll need to meet our English language requirements of IELTS 6.5 with a 6.5 in writing and no element lower than 6.0 to study with us. |
| Assessment | Visual Cultures assessment are 100% coursework. Normally this consists of essays, sometimes accompanied by creative projects, group projects, multi-media projects, presentations, symposia, reviews, and studio work. |
| Modules | This course begins with a specific core module called ‘introduction to research architecture’ as well as the MA core module B, which is shared by students from the whole Visual Cultures MA cohort. The four assessed components of the MA comprise: the special subject ‘conflict and negotiations'; a single major spatial research project (Studio); the symposium; a dissertation. The research project (Studio), actively engages with spatial practice and theory, and concentrates on in-depth analysis of a distinct issue, process or site. This project forms the core of the MA Dissertation, which you submit at the end of the programme. A series of seminars, workshops and lectures will provide you with the necessary and stimulating information and create a forum for discussion on contemporary approaches and theories in architectural and spatial research. Site visit - Every year the MA classes will travel to a place of contemporary interest, generally environments undergoing rapid, intense change where political transformation can be viewed in the development of the built environment. *Please note that due to staff research commitments not all of these modules may be available every year. |
| Location | Goldsmiths, University of London New Cross London SE14 6NW |
Summary
This MA programme is for suitably qualified graduates from a range of disciplines wishing to pursue work within the context of politically engaged thinking.
The MA programme has been developed to allow you to combine studio work with theoretical research. Lectures, seminars and workshops will equip you with a grounding in critical spatial practices and related areas of inquiry.
The theoretical module provides a thorough coverage of the historical, philosophical and technological aspects of the intersection of space, power and conflict in light of changing geo-political conditions.
This programme is orientated towards graduates looking to undertake training in research architecture before proceeding onto doctoral studies, or who wish to pursue or enhance their career in the areas of architecture, design, law, journalism, filmmaking, art and curating.
As with our MPhil/PhD track, our MA programme draws practitioners from a wide range of backgrounds, experiences and disciplines. The MA also enables international exposure of student research through participation in exhibitions, symposia and workshops.
A recent external examination report concluded: “This is an excellent course and possibly the most innovative one in the country".
Sponsorship info
AHRC; ESRC.
| Study type | Taught |
|---|---|
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
| Entry requirements | Places on the MA in Research Architecture are very competitive. They are not limited to graduates of architecture, but open to a range of other disciplines provided that you have, or expect to gain, an undergraduate degree of at least second class standard or equivalent. A good portfolio of practical and/or scholarly work, as well as experience in conducting research and a demonstrable interest in critical spatial practices, are essential. Your portfolio should be uploaded with your application. If English isn’t your first language, you’ll need to meet our English language requirements of IELTS 6.5 with a 6.5 in writing and no element lower than 6.0 to study with us. |
| Assessment | Visual Cultures assessment are 100% coursework. Normally this consists of essays, sometimes accompanied by creative projects, group projects, multi-media projects, presentations, symposia, reviews, and studio work. |
| Modules | This course begins with a specific core module called ‘introduction to research architecture’ as well as the MA core module B, which is shared by students from the whole Visual Cultures MA cohort. The four assessed components of the MA comprise: the special subject ‘conflict and negotiations'; a single major spatial research project (Studio); the symposium; a dissertation. The research project (Studio), actively engages with spatial practice and theory, and concentrates on in-depth analysis of a distinct issue, process or site. This project forms the core of the MA Dissertation, which you submit at the end of the programme. A series of seminars, workshops and lectures will provide you with the necessary and stimulating information and create a forum for discussion on contemporary approaches and theories in architectural and spatial research. Site visit - Every year the MA classes will travel to a place of contemporary interest, generally environments undergoing rapid, intense change where political transformation can be viewed in the development of the built environment. *Please note that due to staff research commitments not all of these modules may be available every year. |
| Location | Goldsmiths, University of London New Cross London SE14 6NW |
Master of Philosophy - MPhil
Summary
This MPhil/PhD programme is aimed at practitioners of architecture and other related spatial practices who would like to develop a sustained multi-year practice-led research project.
It allows you to produce intensive, rigorous, and scholarly research as well as further elaborate your own practice.
The programme is structured around an annual series of two-day long seminars, which take place each month during the Autumn, Winter, and Spring terms. In addition the programme also includes a series of longer meetings and trips abroad.
The seminars are organised as a Roundtable discussion of student research projects as they progress each year. Each of the Roundtable seminars is supplemented by invited guests who bring relevant scholarly knowledge or practices into the Centre. Student and guest presentations, along with assigned readings, provide the common conceptual ground for discussion of work and ideas.
| Study type | Research |
|---|---|
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
| Entry requirements | You should normally have (or expect to be awarded) a taught Masters in a relevant subject area or equivalent. You might also be considered if you aren’t a graduate or your degree is in an unrelated field, but have relevant experience and can show that you have the ability to work at postgraduate level. If English isn’t your first language, you’ll need to meet our English language requirements of IELTS 6.5 with a 6.5 in writing and no element lower than 6.0 to study with us. |
| Assessment | Visual Cultures assessment are 100% coursework. Normally this consists of essays, sometimes accompanied by creative projects, group projects, multi-media projects, presentations, symposia, reviews, and studio work. |
| Location | Goldsmiths, University of London New Cross London SE14 6NW |
Summary
This MPhil/PhD programme is aimed at practitioners of architecture and other related spatial practices who would like to develop a sustained multi-year practice-led research project.
It allows you to produce intensive, rigorous, and scholarly research as well as further elaborate your own practice.
The programme is structured around an annual series of two-day long seminars, which take place each month during the Autumn, Winter, and Spring terms. In addition the programme also includes a series of longer meetings and trips abroad.
The seminars are organised as a Roundtable discussion of student research projects as they progress each year. Each of the Roundtable seminars is supplemented by invited guests who bring relevant scholarly knowledge or practices into the Centre. Student and guest presentations, along with assigned readings, provide the common conceptual ground for discussion of work and ideas.
| Study type | Research |
|---|---|
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
| Entry requirements | You should normally have (or expect to be awarded) a taught Masters in a relevant subject area or equivalent. You might also be considered if you aren’t a graduate or your degree is in an unrelated field, but have relevant experience and can show that you have the ability to work at postgraduate level. If English isn’t your first language, you’ll need to meet our English language requirements of IELTS 6.5 with a 6.5 in writing and no element lower than 6.0 to study with us. |
| Assessment | Visual Cultures assessment are 100% coursework. Normally this consists of essays, sometimes accompanied by creative projects, group projects, multi-media projects, presentations, symposia, reviews, and studio work. |
| Location | Goldsmiths, University of London New Cross London SE14 6NW |
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