Overview

This Architecture programme is offered by Kaunas University of Technology .

Key facts

Joint doctoral studies in the field of architecture – third cycle university are designed to apply state-of-the-art knowledge to the advancement of society, culture, or business, thus enabling effective expression in the areas of arts and architectural creation.

Accreditation

Right to doctoral studies acquired in cooperation with Vilnius Academy of Arts. Right to doctoral studies approved by the order No. V-2188 of the Ministry of Education, Science and Sport of the Republic of Lithuania of 2 December 2021.

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Programme Structure

Courses include:

Art Project Development Seminar

Art Project Development Seminar (CA2RE or at Nida Art Colony)

Seminar on Artistic Research in Architecture

Transdisciplinary Research Methods

Architectural Criticism

Architectural Utopias and Experimental Practices

Contemporary Media Expression and Technology

Cultural Policy

Culture of Memory

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-09-01 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-03-20 00:00:00

Language

English, Lithuanian

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75

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IELTS

5.5

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Credits

240 ECTS

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Kaunas, Lithuania

Disciplines

Architecture View 3 other PhDs in Architecture in Lithuania

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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75

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5.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

Stage I:

Application to the rector of the university.
A copy of the Master's diploma and diploma supplement in the original language, with a certified translation to English or Lithuanian. Applicants with foreign qualifications, will undergo mandatory academic recognition of these qualifications. Detailed procedure and requirements can be found in the Academic Recognition section.
Letters of recommendation from two architects and/or) recognised artists (2026).
Portfolio (Creative works) and CV (Professional development);
Abstract of art project proposal (400-600 words);
List of artistic, scientific and cultural publications (if available) and copies thereof;
A copy of ID or passport
A copy of a document certifying the change of name and/or surname if not all the documents submitted are under the same name and/or surname;
Receipt of the admission fee;
Consent regarding the processing of personal data.

Stage II(Only those invited for an interview)

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Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

Free
Domestic Applies to you

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Citizens or residents

Free

Living costs

Kaunas

Lithuania

428 - 740 EUR / month

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