Doctor of Philosophy [Ph.D] [Architecture] From UCSI University

Academic Eligibility:

• Applicants have a relevant Master’s degree from an institution of higher learning recognized by the Senate.
• For students from the field of anthropology, sociology, psychology, history, philosophy, religious studies, visual arts, and communication, the entry requirement would be 3.00 CGPA or equivalent.
• For students from the field of civil engineering, electronics engineering, electrical engineering, and physics, the entry requirement would be 3.00 CGPA or equivalent.
• Other certificates that are recognized as equivalent to a Master’s degree or other relevant professional qualifications and experience are recognized by the Senate.
• Students must be qualified in IELTS or TOEFL and PTE to get admission in this program.

Indian Student Eligibility:

Indian students are eligible to apply if they meet one of the following eligibility criteria:

• Completed a 4-year UG degree with first class in a relevant field from a recognized institution.
• Or, students have a recognized master’s degree or equivalent.

Along with the minimum eligibility requirements, international students hailing from non-English speaking countries need to prove English proficiency through IELTS/TOEFL/any equivalent test.

After this course, students will focus on this area:

• History of Architecture
• Theory of Design
• Cultural Studies of Spaces and Forms
• Behavioral and Perception Studies of Spaces and Forms
• Heritage Architecture
• Architecture Education
• Interior Architecture
• Building Typology
• Housing
• Urban Studies
• Theory of Architectural Practice
• Architecture Communication
• Energy Conservation in Buildings
• Thermal Comfort in Buildings
• Sustainable Building Design and Cities
• Construction Process in Building