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PhD in Architecture

University of Innsbruck · Innsbruck

Taught in German and EnglishNo tuition for EU/EEA/SwissArchitectureDegree: PhD, Doctor of Philosophy

Not a fully English programme. The register lists German and English as the language of instruction, so part of the teaching is not in English. Check on the official programme page which parts are taught in English before you apply.

Language of instructionGerman and English
LevelPhD / Doctorate
Duration3 years (6 semesters)
Study load180 ECTS
LocationInnsbruck
Entrance examinationNo
Fee, non-EU/EEA/SwissEUR 1,453 a year
Fee, EU/EEA/SwissNo tuition within the standard duration plus two semesters

How the fees work. EU/EEA and Swiss students pay no tuition within the standard duration plus two semesters, then EUR 363.36 per semester. Most other students pay EUR 726.72 per semester (about EUR 1,453 a year); nationals of a list of least developed countries are exempt. The compulsory student union fee (ÖH-Beitrag) is EUR 26.20 per semester.

About this programme

PhD in Architecture is a PhD programme at University of Innsbruck in Innsbruck, taught in German and English. It runs for 3 years (6 semesters) and carries 180 ECTS credits. The register gives Innsbruck as the campus town. It lists the academic degree as PhD, Doctor of Philosophy. University of Innsbruck is a public university in Tyrol.

What the register says

The Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) programme in Architecture program gives graduates of diploma and master's programs in architecture the opportunity to generate new knowledge about specific issues in architecture, to place their research and/or practical work in an academic context, and to communicate the resulting insights. They acquire the skills needed to successfully position themselves in national and international arenas.
The program promotes various innovative fields and methods of research within the discipline of architecture. In addition to established scientific formats, these include approaches that aim to develop creative and artistic processes or architectural practice, such as design-oriented research (research by design), practice-based research or arts-based research. The program serves to further develop and enable independent, scientific, interdisciplinary work, as well as to educate and support young scientists on the basis of diploma and master's programs.

Text as the Austrian national register publishes it. Some entries are in German. For the current content and structure, use the official programme page.

Before you apply

There is no central application portal in Austria: you apply to the institution, here University of Innsbruck. A public university sets the admission requirements and dates for this level, so read them on the programme page. Entrance examination, as the register states it: No. Entry requirements and language tests are set by the institution, so start from the official programme page. Our guides cover tuition fees, the student residence permit and housing.

Facts on this page come from the Austrian national register (BMFWF open data and studienwahl.at, which states the language of instruction). Fees are in euros as the register lists them. "Not listed" means the register has no figure, not that the programme is free. Always confirm requirements, fees and dates with the institution.

Quick answers

Is PhD in Architecture taught in English?

Partly. The register’s study finder lists the language of instruction as German and English at University of Innsbruck. Some of the teaching is not in English, so check on the programme page which parts are taught in English before you apply.

How long does it take?

The register records 3 years (6 semesters) of study and 180 ECTS credits. Sixty ECTS credits are one academic year of full-time study.

Where is it taught?

The register lists Innsbruck as the campus town for this programme at University of Innsbruck.

How do I apply?

There is no central application portal in Austria: you apply to the institution, here University of Innsbruck. A public university sets the admission requirements and dates for this level, so read them on the programme page.

Is there an entrance examination?

The register gives: No. Details of any admission or aptitude procedure are on the programme page at University of Innsbruck.

What does it cost?

EU/EEA and Swiss students pay no tuition within the standard duration plus two semesters, then EUR 363.36 per semester. Most other students pay EUR 726.72 per semester (about EUR 1,453 a year); nationals of a list of least developed countries are exempt. The compulsory student union fee (ÖH-Beitrag) is EUR 26.20 per semester. Fees are in euros as the register lists them; confirm the amount for your intake with University of Innsbruck.

Is this programme officially listed?

It comes from the Austrian national register (BMFWF open data and studienwahl.at, which states the language of instruction). The OeAD, the Austrian agency for international education, publishes the official information for international students at studyinaustria.at. The programme page at University of Innsbruck is linked from this page so you can compare.

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