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University of Manchester: Architecture
| Institution | University of Manchester |
|---|---|
| Department | School of Environment, Education and Development |
| Web | https://www.manchester.ac.uk |
| pgr-seed-admissions@manchester.ac.uk | |
| Telephone | +44(0)161 275 0807 |
Doctor of Philosophy - PhD
Summary
PhD Architecture is based within the Manchester Architecture Research Group (MARG) , and looks beyond formal design to the complex processes and practices that run through the conception, representation, and use of built environments.
We traverse the disciplinary boundaries of architecture, the humanities, and social sciences to engage with new transdisciplinary fields of architectural research, create new methodological approaches of architectural studies, and craft new conceptual languages to inform and influence architectural policy.
Sitting within the School of Environment, Education and Development, and the Manchester Urban Institute, allows us to benefit from synergies with Education, Geography, Global Development and Planning, Property and Environmental Management, and several other disciplines.
Through these connections, we have developed a distinctive expertise based on conceptual development and experimentation, methodological rigour, empirical attention, and a hands-on study of architectural practice, history and theory across various scales.
We have specialist and research-active staff who provide a rich and stimulating environment for everyone. Colleagues have strong links with the architecture community in Manchester, nationally and internationally.
Although we welcome applications on any subject, we are particularly keen to receive research proposals on topics including:
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architecture, art, media and events;
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architecture and climate; material and energy transition;
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architecture and the implications of an aging society;
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architectural curation and exhibitions;
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British Empire and postcolonial histories;
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design studies, techniques and media;
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environmental histories and environmental justice;
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everyday use and users;
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history of the architectural discipline and profession;
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housing studies;
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institutions of higher education, science and technology;
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political economy of architecture and politics of design;
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social practices and material politics of infrastructure and urbanism;
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urban infrastructure and global transformations.
It is recommended that interested applicants contact potential supervisors in advance in order to develop project proposals.
| Study type | Research |
|---|---|
| Level | RQF Level 8 |
| Entry requirements | - Bachelor's (Honours) degree at 2:1 or above (or overseas equivalent); and |
| Location | Main Site University Recruitment And Adm Oxford Road Manchester M13 9PL |
Summary
PhD Architecture is based within the Manchester Architecture Research Group (MARG) , and looks beyond formal design to the complex processes and practices that run through the conception, representation, and use of built environments.
We traverse the disciplinary boundaries of architecture, the humanities, and social sciences to engage with new transdisciplinary fields of architectural research, create new methodological approaches of architectural studies, and craft new conceptual languages to inform and influence architectural policy.
Sitting within the School of Environment, Education and Development, and the Manchester Urban Institute, allows us to benefit from synergies with Education, Geography, Global Development and Planning, Property and Environmental Management, and several other disciplines.
Through these connections, we have developed a distinctive expertise based on conceptual development and experimentation, methodological rigour, empirical attention, and a hands-on study of architectural practice, history and theory across various scales.
We have specialist and research-active staff who provide a rich and stimulating environment for everyone. Colleagues have strong links with the architecture community in Manchester, nationally and internationally.
Although we welcome applications on any subject, we are particularly keen to receive research proposals on topics including:
-
architecture, art, media and events;
-
architecture and climate; material and energy transition;
-
architecture and the implications of an aging society;
-
architectural curation and exhibitions;
-
British Empire and postcolonial histories;
-
design studies, techniques and media;
-
environmental histories and environmental justice;
-
everyday use and users;
-
history of the architectural discipline and profession;
-
housing studies;
-
institutions of higher education, science and technology;
-
political economy of architecture and politics of design;
-
social practices and material politics of infrastructure and urbanism;
-
urban infrastructure and global transformations.
It is recommended that interested applicants contact potential supervisors in advance in order to develop project proposals.
| Study type | Research |
|---|---|
| Level | RQF Level 8 |
| Entry requirements | - Bachelor's (Honours) degree at 2:1 or above (or overseas equivalent); and |
| Location | Main Site University Recruitment And Adm Oxford Road Manchester M13 9PL |
Summary
PhD Architecture is based within the Manchester Architecture Research Group (MARG) , and looks beyond technical design to the complex processes and practices that run through the development adaptation and the use of built environments.
We traverse the disciplinary boundaries of architecture, the humanities, and social sciences to open new areas of architectural research, create new standards of architectural study, and craft new conceptual language to inform and influence architectural policy.
Sitting within the School of Environment, Education and Development, and the Manchester Urban Institute, allows us to benefit from synergies with Planning, Property and Environmental Management, Geography, and several other disciplines.
Through these connections, we have developed a distinctive expertise based on theoretical experimentation, methodological rigour, empirical attention, and a hands-on study of architectural practice, building technology and techniques of architectural representation and mapping.
Our research themes include:
-
architectural history and theory;
-
networks of architectural expertise;
-
social studies of architecture;
-
the politics of urban infrastructures.
We have specialist and research-active staff who provide a rich and stimulating environment for everyone. Many staff are practicing, or have practised, as architects and have strong links with the architecture community in Manchester and beyond.
Although we welcome applications on any subject, we are particularly keen to receive research proposals on topics including:
-
the politics of construction;
-
architecture and climate transformations;
-
urban infrastructure and global transformations;
-
political economy of architecture and politics of design;
-
art, architecture and architectural curating;
-
architectural collections, archives and exhibitions;
-
anthropology of design and construction practices;
-
technologies, media and innovations in architecture: epistemological and political implications;
-
architecture's globalization and material politics of infrastructure;
-
digital theory and history of architecture;
-
political economy of architecture.
| Study type | Research |
|---|---|
| Level | RQF Level 8 |
| Entry requirements | - Bachelor's (Honours) degree at 2:1 or above (or overseas equivalent); and |
| Location | Main Site University Recruitment And Adm Oxford Road Manchester M13 9PL |
Summary
PhD Architecture is based within the Manchester Architecture Research Group (MARG) , and looks beyond technical design to the complex processes and practices that run through the development adaptation and the use of built environments.
We traverse the disciplinary boundaries of architecture, the humanities, and social sciences to open new areas of architectural research, create new standards of architectural study, and craft new conceptual language to inform and influence architectural policy.
Sitting within the School of Environment, Education and Development, and the Manchester Urban Institute, allows us to benefit from synergies with Planning, Property and Environmental Management, Geography, and several other disciplines.
Through these connections, we have developed a distinctive expertise based on theoretical experimentation, methodological rigour, empirical attention, and a hands-on study of architectural practice, building technology and techniques of architectural representation and mapping.
Our research themes include:
-
architectural history and theory;
-
networks of architectural expertise;
-
social studies of architecture;
-
the politics of urban infrastructures.
We have specialist and research-active staff who provide a rich and stimulating environment for everyone. Many staff are practicing, or have practised, as architects and have strong links with the architecture community in Manchester and beyond.
Although we welcome applications on any subject, we are particularly keen to receive research proposals on topics including:
-
the politics of construction;
-
architecture and climate transformations;
-
urban infrastructure and global transformations;
-
political economy of architecture and politics of design;
-
art, architecture and architectural curating;
-
architectural collections, archives and exhibitions;
-
anthropology of design and construction practices;
-
technologies, media and innovations in architecture: epistemological and political implications;
-
architecture's globalization and material politics of infrastructure;
-
digital theory and history of architecture;
-
political economy of architecture.
| Study type | Research |
|---|---|
| Level | RQF Level 8 |
| Entry requirements | - Bachelor's (Honours) degree at 2:1 or above (or overseas equivalent); and |
| Location | Main Site University Recruitment And Adm Oxford Road Manchester M13 9PL |
Master of Architecture - MArch
Summary
Acknowledging the rapidly changing social and professional contexts in which it is situated, the Master of Architecture is a distinctly future oriented course. It provides rigorous understanding of contemporary professional architecture practice; encourages students to combine this with their individual life-wide learning and experiences; and supports them in developing skills of future literacy, to become autonomous agents of positive change. Our graduates are capable and eager to define their own career path, equipped with capabilities to lead the development of the discipline, challenge the status quo, and to thrive in ever changing contexts.
Manchester School of Architecture is a unique partnership between the University of Manchester and Manchester Metropolitan University. The course leverages the research and technical pedigrees of these two institutions to provide an unrivalled breadth and depth of world leading specialist academic, professional, technical, and teaching expertise. Additionally, the course makes use of the scale of the school to provide interdisciplinary teaching alongside related courses.
Teaching on the course takes a student centric approach, where student autonomy is highly valued, dedicated to helping you define your own trajectory from the day before you arrive to the days, and years, after you graduate.
During your studies you will be developing your understanding of the contemporary discipline, the contexts in which it is practiced and the pressing factors facing it and wider society. Design projects will focus on contemporary social issues such as the Climate Emergency, and the adaptive reuse of existing buildings, supported by specialist contributions from experts in the field. The content of design briefs is continually reviewed to remain world leading and cutting edge.
The School’s heritage of working within the city enables regular and meaningful engagement with practices, clients, and other relevant groups throughout the course of your studies. The course maintains an exceptional employer reputation, which enables the course to provide students with opportunities to build their professional networks prior to graduation.
| Study type | Taught |
|---|---|
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
| Entry requirements | For information on entry requirements, visit the MSA website - http://www.msa.ac.uk/study/march/ |
| Location | Main Site University Recruitment And Adm Oxford Road Manchester M13 9PL |
Summary
MArch Architecture is for students who have completed BA Architecture and, typically, spent a year in practice.
The course comprises of a studio element (with integrated technology), a dissertation and professional studies, and is ideal if you're interested in exploring a range of perspectives in relation to contemporary architecture and urbanism, and looking to pursue a career in roles associated with the development of sustainable urban spaces.
The studio element of the course is delivered through research-driven clusters called ateliers that align strong areas of research activity and mutual interests via trios of staff. This will enable you to develop ideological positions that are critically underpinned by seminars, workshops and symposiums.
The course has continued to maintain a diverse range of ateliers and expertise, which enables us to provide a series of distinct and significant areas of focus with respect to the future of architecture and urbanism in a wider cultural context. At the beginning of each academic year, you will choose from a range of ateliers. You would normally expect to spend a year studying with a particular atelier.
You will benefit from the expertise of specialist practice and research-active lecturers, who provide a rich and stimulating environment in which to study architecture.
What's more, you'll be inspired by the world-famous city of Manchester - the industrial revolution birthplace turned 21st century metropolis - and its vibrant, contemporary and innovative architecture scene.
Manchester is a showcase for recent regeneration and historic context, much of which has been designed with the involvement of our current students and graduates.
The city recognises the value of high-quality design, together with innovative and pragmatic approaches to resolving practical issues.
| Study type | Taught |
|---|---|
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
| Entry requirements | For information on entry requirements, visit the MSA website - http://www.msa.ac.uk/study/march/ |
| Location | Main Site University Recruitment And Adm Oxford Road Manchester M13 9PL |
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