The Ph.D. program is college-wide, STEM designated degree, and allows for specifying a focus in one of six different concentrations.
Learning outcomes
The program requires students to accomplish the following:
- propose and conduct research that adds knowledge needed to support the design and management of the built environment through the critical examination and consolidation of previous research findings;
- explore research methods, theories, philosophies, as related to the built environment to identify and pursue major and minor areas of concentration related to a dissertation focus;
- explore the physical, social and natural sciences related to the built environment to identify and pursue major and minor areas of concentration related to their dissertation;
- develop an original dissertation topic and conduct research; disseminate knowledge through teaching, publications and selective collaborations with various professionals in related industries and government agencies.
Programme Structure
Concentrations include:
- Architecture
- Construction Management
- Historic Preservation
- Interior Design
- Landscape Architecture
- Urban and Regional Planning
Academic requirements
We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
English requirements
TOEFL iBT: 80
IELTS: 6
General requirements
- The admissions application must be submitted with a non-refundable $30.00 application fee.
- Satisfactory conduct record.
- Proof of medical immunization.
- A complete and up-to-date résumé or curriculum vitae (submitted via CollegeNET) that includes all post-high school education and employment, plus information about ongoing international affiliations and research funding.
Tuition Fees
Tuition fees are shown in AUD and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.
International (Non-residents)
44,757 AUD / year (≈ 31,872 USD / year)
Out-of-State
44,757 AUD / year (≈ 31,872 USD / year)
Domestic (In-State)
17,890 AUD / year (≈ 12,740 USD / year)
Living costs
Gainesville, United States: 1,264-1,875 AUD / month. The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
Scholarships: Below you will find PhD's scholarship opportunities for Design, Construction and Planning.
