Overview

About the program

The Doctor of Philosophy in Architecture, Landscape, and Design includes advanced exploration of the various methodologies of each discipline ranging from theoretical to applied research and produces graduates that can advance the field of conventional academic scholarship while also creating new models of research-based practice that can be implemented in real world settings.

In addition to the core faculty, affiliated faculty with expertise in addressing design problems from multiple disciplinary perspectives in other faculties, schools, and departments across the University of Toronto will be directly involved in the life of the program.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Advanced Topics in Architecture, Landscape, and Design
Global Design Studio
Selected Topics in Urban Design
Selected Topics in Advanced Computer Applications
Selected Topics in Architectural History and Theory
Selected Topics in Architecture and Technology
Selected Topics in Sustainable Design
Selected Topics in the History and Theory of Architecture and Health
Landscape Architecture Topics: History, Theory, Criticism
Curatorial Studies

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-09-08 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-12-12 00:00:00

Language

English

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93

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Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Toronto, Canada

Disciplines

Architecture Design Landscape Architecture View 5 other PhDs in Design in Canada

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Academic requirements

GPA

A-

d_minus _{(recommended)}

English requirements

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93

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Other requirements

General requirements

An appropriate master's degree with an average grade of at least A–. A professional degree in a design discipline is highly desirable, but applicants with a master’s degree in a related discipline in the humanities and social sciences may be considered. An additional specialized program of study may be proposed for successful applicants without professional training.
A writing sample in the form of a substantial research paper or publication.
Recommendation from three referees.
A two-page proposal that indicates a topic of research within a design discipline, possible sub-field(s) (if desired), and potential supervisors.
A portfolio of creative work may also be requested where it is relevant to the applicant’s proposed area of research and the degree to which it may require technical skills typically gained in a professional degree program.

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Tuition Fees

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6210 CAD / year

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6210 CAD / year

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Living costs

Toronto

Canada

1502 - 2563 CAD / month

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About the program

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

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Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

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Living costs

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