Architecture

The School of Architecture is committed to engaging in world-leading research that addresses social, environmental and architectural challenges - locally, nationally and internationally.

Please see the degree routes section above for specific entry requirements. English language requirements If English is not your first language you will need to provide an IELTS language certificate with an overall score of 6.5 (with no less than 6.0 in any element). As a result of very recent changes made by UK Visas & Immigration, please note we no longer regard TOEFL as an acceptable language test for entry to Oxford Brookes. This applies whether you require a Student visa or not. You can find more details on our English language requirements pages. If you do not meet these requirements you may be able to take our University English as a pre-sessional course. Application process check entry requirements and fees explore our research groups and supervisory staff pages to see how your chosen field of study aligns with the research portfolio within the school agree your research with Emma Rowden (erowden@brookes.ac.uk), and advise her that you are considering making an application. You are also welcome to contact particular academics to help you develop your ideas formulate your proposal. You can indicate any staff members whom you would like to work with, or Emma will circulate your proposal to the most appropriate staff to get their comments. if the proposal is accepted, Emma will ask you to make a formal application, or give you advice on how the proposal may be improved. For guidance on writing a PhD research proposal see our Guide to writing PhD Research Proposals. gather required supporting documents submit your application through Oxford Brookes online application system email the supporting documents directly to tde-research-pgr@brookes.ac.uk Supporting documents Before applying through the Oxford Brookes online application system please make sure you gather the following supporting documentation: research proposal scan of your passport - to confirm your name and date of birth. We will then ensure that any offer letters issued to you correspond with your passport name, this will help when applying for a student visa IELTS Certificate or equivalent (if required) - no older than two years from the proposed start date of your programme. scan of your final degree certificates already awarded scan of transcripts two references (at least one academic) - your references must be on institutional headed paper and be dated and signed by referee(s). They can be sent directly to the Research Administrator in the Faculty of Technology, Design and Environment in a sealed envelope, or emailed. Please note that it is the applicant’s responsibility to ensure their referees supply these documents evidence of funding - (if sponsored by an employer or government, you must provide evidence in the form of a recently dated sponsorship letter on official headed paper. If supporting your studies from private funds, you must provide a recently dated bank statement).

IELTS language certificate with an overall score of 6.5 (with no less than 6.0 in any element). As a result of very recent changes made by UK Visas & Immig

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UK students: £5,338

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