PhDHistory and Theory of Arts
| Study location | Lithuania, Vilnius, On Campus |
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| Academic field | Architecture and building (ISCED 58) Architecture (JACS K100) |
| Type | Doctoral, full-time |
| Nominal duration | 4 years (30 ECTS) |
| Study language | English |
| Awards | PhD (Transformation of architects’ profession) |
| Course code | Humanities H003 |
| Tuition fee | €11,589 per year Part-time studies (6-year) 7 726,00 |
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| Application fee | €100 one-time |
| Entry qualification | Postgraduate diploma (or higher) The entry qualification documents are accepted in the following languages: English. Often you can get a suitable transcript from your school. If this is not the case, you will need official translations along with verified copies of the original. You must take verified copies of the entry qualification documents along with you when you finally go to the university. |
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| Language requirements | English International applicants to whom English is not a native language need to provide a proof of their English language proficiency. Exceptions are made only for applicants who have completed their previous studies fully in English. One of the following is accepted: |
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| Other requirements | At least 2 reference(s) must be provided. A relevant portfolio is required. Please upload your research proposal including the abstract, literature review, research objectives, research questions, methodology and bibliography. - Certified copies of the Master’s degree diploma and its supplement with grades or higher education equivalent to it; |
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Overview
PhD candidate position in Transformation of architects’ profession
Open application for a doctoral candidate in Arts and Humanities
The doctoral candidate position is available in the Faculty of Architecture, Department of Architecture. Applicants interested in other research topics related to architectural theory and history are also welcome to apply.
Research topic description
The research would deepen into the profession of architects, its specifics and development; professional knowledge, competencies and responsibilities; social status and image of architects. Dilemmas that the profession struggles with would be discussed, like the ones between objective rationality and subjective genius, between public and private interests, and the diversity of the roles of architects. Recent transformations in the profession would be the focus of the research.
The selected candidate will work on the PhD thesis under the supervision of assoc. prof. dr. Eglė Navickienė The successful applicant will have to attend scientific conferences, meetings and internships at other universities.
Requirements
• Required background: Architectural
• Expected skills and knowledge: research skills
It is a prerequisite that you can be present at and accessible to the institution daily.
For more information
Shortlisted candidates will be invited for an interview. The position may not be opened if no qualified candidate is found. Additional information regarding the post may be obtained from assoc. prof. dr. Eglė Navickienė, e-mail: egle.navickiene@vilniustech.lt.
Programme structure
The PhD programme consists of:
· Independent research under supervision;
· Courses for PhD students (approximately 30 ECTS credits);
· Participation in research networks, including placements at other, primarily foreign, research institutions;
· Teaching or another form of knowledge dissemination, which is related to the PhD topic when possible;
· The completion of a PhD thesis.