About the course

The Ph.D. Program in Architecture is focused on the production of knowledge in the historical, theoretical, or technological development of architecture, landscape architecture, and historic preservation. Operating within the context of a design school in a university setting, it is a fundamentally interdisciplinary program, and seeks to explore opportunities in the wider university to reconsider the terms, methods, and futures of architectural knowledge. To see current and recent student work from the program, go to the work link above. You can also explore recent events and programs sponsored by the Graduate Group and news about faculty and students. Faculty members of Graduate Group are listed below with their research focus. The Program is especially interested in interdisciplinary scholarship that explores and rescripts the boundaries of the discipline. Projects in History/Theory often explore connections between architectural histories and theories and histories of technology and environment, of race, class, and gender, of politics, economics, and equity, many are attuned to the role of media in producing and understanding architectural ideas. Technological research operates on structural and environmental knowledge. While much of the required coursework for the degree takes place within the School of Design, the curriculum allows extensive opportunities for students to take advantage of the rich resources of the University in their elective courses, in preparing their bibliographies and in writing their dissertations. Scholarships - View all scholarships Internships

　　

Start dates and prices

Course fees are indicative and should be used as a guide. Speak to a counsellor to get an accurate price.

　　Duration: 8 Semester(s)Fees: US$166,176

Intake	Location
Fall (August), 2024	Philadelphia
Fall (August), 2025	Philadelphia

　　

How to apply

Entry requirements for University of Pennsylvania

Course by Course Evaluation (Non-US Institutions except Canadian AAU-Affiliated Schools) Applicants completing undergraduate and/or graduate degrees from institutions outside of the United States or who have completed more than one year of study for credit at a non-US institution are required to submit a either a BASIC course-by-course evaluation from World Education Services (WES) or a course-by-course evaluation from Educational Perspectives for each institution. Both services charge a fee to evaluate your credentials. You do not need to send us an official transcript from your school. To be admitted without conditions, most departments require applicants to obtain a TOEFL score of 100 (internet-based) or higher, or an IELTS band score of 7.0 or higher.

　　

English language requirements

　　7.0

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　　TOEFL Internet based overall score: 100.0

　　

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Further information

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