Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 36 months
- 3 to 6-year
- Part-time
- 48 months
- 4 - 8 years
Start dates & application deadlines
- Starting February 2027
- Apply before Nov 2026, International
- Starting April 2027
- Apply before Feb 2027, International
- Starting June 2027
- Apply before Apr 2027, International
- Starting September 2027
- Apply before Jun 2027, International
- Starting October 2027
- Apply before Aug 2027, International
Applicants are advised to submit their application at least 8 weeks (2 months) prior to the commencement date.
Language
English
IELTS 6.5 — The International English Language Test System (IELTS) tests your English-language proficiency on a scale of 1 – 9. The score refers to the combined average score of 4 subjects (writing, listening, speaking, and reading).
Delivered
On Campus
Campus Location
- Subang Jaya, Malaysia
Disciplines
- Architecture
Overview
While not a licensure programme, the Doctor of Philosophy (Architecture) offers extensive opportunities, producing scholars whose work shapes policy and practice across Asia. With only a select few admitted each year, you'll join a tight-knit community of researchers who are passionate about driving innovation in the field through critical analysis and the generation of new insights.
Career:
When you've successfully completed this Doctor of Philosophy in Architecture programme, you could embark on any of these exciting careers, including:
- Arhitectural Critic
- Building Conservationist
- Historian
- Professor/Researcher
Programme structure
Key research area:
- At Taylor's University, we believe research can help shape the future. Our postgraduate research programmes cover a broad range of topics with the aim to help shape the future in the aspects of society, technology, economy, and environment.
Admission requirements
Academic requirements
We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
English requirements
IELTS 6.5 — The International English Language Test System (IELTS) tests your English-language proficiency on a scale of 1 – 9. The score refers to the combined average score of 4 subjects (writing, listening, speaking, and reading).
Other requirements
General requirements
- We offer two entry pathways for this PhD programme, which are normal mode and prior to publication mode. Our PhD by Prior Publication mode provides a unique pathway for you to achieve a Doctoral award based on your existing body of work. We recognise the value of your prior publications and include them as a significant part of your submission for the Doctoral award.
Fees and funding
Tuition Fees
Tuition fees are shown in AUD and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.
- International — Non-residents: 8,709 AUD / year (≈ 6,062 USD / year)
- Domestic — Citizens or residents: 6,042 AUD / year (≈ 4,206 USD / year)
Additional Details
- MYR51,560 (Full Time) - Local
- MYR51,560 (Part Time) - Local
- MYR34,640 (Full Time - Prior Publication) - Local
- USD18,187 (Full Time - Feb/Apr/Sep Intake); USD18,474 (Full Time - Jun/Oct Intake)
- USD13,302 (Full Time - Prior Publication for Feb/Apr/Sep Intake);
- USD13,589 (Full Time - Prior Publication for Jun/Oct Intake)
Funding
Scholarships Information
Below you will find PhD's scholarship opportunities for Architecture.
Available Scholarships
You are eligible to apply for these scholarships but a selection process will still be applied by the provider.
- Fulbright U.S. Student Program — Independent provider, Grant: Various benefits, Deadline: 07 Oct 2026
- ServiceScape Scholarship — Independent provider, Grant: 1000 USD, Deadline: 30 Nov 2026
- ACES Scholarships — Independent provider, Grant: 3500 USD, Deadline: 15 Nov 2026
- Erasmus+ - Grants for study mobility — Independent provider, Grant: Various benefits, Deadline: Not specified
- Malaysia International Scholarship — Independent provider, Grant: 1500 MYR, Deadline: 03 Dec 2027
- $1,500 Annual Video Contest Scholarship — Independent provider, Grant: 1000 USD, Deadline: 31 Oct 2026
- Voice Talent Online Scholarship — Independent provider, Grant: 1000 USD, Deadline: 01 Mar 2027
- Dream Chaser Scholarship — Independent provider, Grant: 1000 USD, Deadline: 13 Jan 2027
- Scholarship for students with disabilities — Independent provider, Grant: 3000 USD, Deadline: 31 Dec 2026
- The Annual IELTS from 6 to 9 Scholarship — Independent provider, Grant: 1500 USD, Deadline: Not specified
- Tobacco Harm Reduction Scholarship Programme — Independent provider, Grant: 12000 USD, Deadline: 11 Jan 2027