PhD Architecture

Course Overview The PhD in Architecture at Queen’s is a research-intensive program that critically examines the role of design within our complex global context, including urgent challenges like sustainability, cultural identity, and technological change. The program is uniquely structured to support both traditional academic research and innovative practice-based design investigations, using architecture as both a lens to analyze and a tool to shape our built environment. Students are guided by expert faculty to produce a significant thesis, culminating after three years of full-time or six years of part-time study. Key Program Highlights Dual research pathways offering both traditional academic and innovative practice-based PhD options Focus on pressing global issues including sustainability, climate change, and cultural heritage Expert supervision for investigations into cultural, historic, and technological contexts worldwide Advanced research-by-design methodology that generates new knowledge through sophisticated design thinking Flexible full-time (3-year) and part-time (6-year) study options to accommodate different needs