Architecture MPhil/PhD
Royal College of ArtCourse Overview
Pursue your ambitions in this specialist field with the PhD Architecture MPhil/PhD at Royal College of Art. Based in Kensington and Chelsea, England, this programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, with a 4-year full-time and part-time structure. The MPhil / PhD Architecture at the RCA supports experimental, practic eled and interdisciplinary research focused on making a tangible public and social impact. Working at the intersection of theory, media, spatial practices, history, and ecology, the programme encourages you to investigate issues such as globalisation, migration, colonial legacies, climate justice and institutional change. You can pursue written academic research in history and theory, or more experimental practice-based work such as architectural projects, film, heritage preservation or community engagement. International tuition fees are £8,550 per year, home/UK fees are £10,450 per year, and a minimum IELTS score of 6.5 is required for admission.
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| Postgraduate Requirement | Key details Part-time or full-time study School or Centre School of Architecture Current location Kensington Next open event 26 May 2026 Join Research Open Day Next application deadline 3 Jun 2026 Still accepting applications Career opportunities PhD study leads to a range of opportunities. You might become a lecturer or academic researcher, designer or consultant in industry, curator in leading cultural institutions worldwide, in international institutions such as NGOs and charities. It is an o |
🗣️ English Language Requirements
| Test | Overall | L | R | W | S |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IELTS Academic | 6.5 | 6 | 6 | 6 | 6 |
L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking
Tuition Fees & Funding
International Student Fee
£8,550
per year
Home Student Fee
£10,450
regulated fee
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