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PhD of Built Environment

About the program

A research degree (MPhil/PhD) in Built Environment at Oxford Brookes, Supervised by staff active in planning, Real estate and construction.

Design and conduct concepts and methods in Built Environment to solve relevant problems. Develop competence in take part in research training and events
And register for MPhil/PhD or direct PhD routes. Present findings clearly and consider professional or research ethics.

Research degree by thesis rather than taught modules. Students agree a proposal with a Director of Studies and supervisory team
Take part in research training and events
And register for MPhil/PhD or direct PhD routes
Working toward an examined thesis in Built Environment.

A master's degree in a relevant subject (an exceptional first-class bachelor's may be considered) and a research proposal
practice-led applicants show a portfolio. English: IELTS 7.0 overall with no band below 6.5.

Master's degree (or first-class bachelor's) plus research proposal; practice-led applicants show a portfolio

Review the programme entry requirements and the intake deadline. Complete the institution application or the authorized admissions process for the selected course. Prepare the academic records and course-specific supporting documents requested by admissions. Provide English proficiency evidence if required. Follow the admission decision and arrange a student visa if applicable.

Campus	City Centre
Faculty or school	School of Architecture Built Environment Computing and Engineering
Department	Construction and the Built Environment
Teaching language	English
Credit value	_
Study pace	Flexible
Post-study stay	3 years
Scholarship note	BCU publishes course- and cycle-specific scholarships, but the standard 2026/27 international taught Bachelor and Master awards exclude several postgraduate research, sub-degree and specialist courses. No applicable award for this qualification and 2027/28 intake has been confirmed.