Doctor of Philosophy in Architecture, Built Environment, Design, Urban Planning

About the course

A PhD helps students to specialise in one of the key research areas from visual arts, urban design, conservation or innovative technologies. By the end of the program, students should have made a significant and unique contribution to an existing area of knowledge through a thesis under academic supervision.

What you might learn

While researching for your thesis, you will be able to access specialist support including attending seminars, writing boot camps and workshops. Upon completion of this course, you should be able to demonstrate academic leadership, creativity and innovation in your research work.

Career outcome

Upon graduating from this program, you may be employed in roles such as environmental consultant, architect, architectural critic, urban planner, policymaker, advisor/ consultant, and etc. in companies including AECOM, The Australian Institute of Architects, Royal BAM Group, Lend Lease Group, Brookfield Multiplex, and etc.

Living Costs in Sydney**

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Restaurant (Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant) A$ 17 - 22	Rent per Month (1 bedroom in City Centre) A$ 2,207 - 2,918	Rent per Month (1 bedroom Outside of Centre) A$ 1,599 - 2,115
Transportation (Daily) A$ 9 - 10	Utilities per Month (Electricity, Mobile & Internet) A$ 219 - 290

Average Salary***

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*Source: QS World University Subjects Rankings (2024)

**Source: numbeo.com

***Source: payscale.com