Your doctoral journey starts here…

Develop the knowledge, skills, networks and experience to become a future leader.

At AD[A]PT, your PhD is more than an individual research project. Alongside your doctoral research, you'll benefit from a rich programme of interdisciplinary training, collaborative events, professional development and industry engagement designed to prepare you for careers across academia, industry and practice.

Whether you're interested in research, teaching, design, heritage, planning or innovation, you'll embark on a training journey that reflects your ambitions.

Training Across Three Leading Universities

Combined HEI offer of online, hybrid and in person cohort training

Explore Oxford Brookes University

Explore Cardiff University

Doctoral Academy and School’s Doctoral Training Programme

As a world-leading, agenda-setting institution, we foster a collaborative environment for teaching and research. Embracing the diversity and transdisciplinarity of architecture, we strive for excellence in education and research across design, the arts, humanities and sciences.

Graduate College and Faculty’s Doctoral Training Programme

Both the School of Architecture and the School of the Built Environment will be hosting studentships. We offer a welcoming, inclusive and supportive community based around a high-quality studio and research cultures, shaped by our passion for design, making and shaping the built environment in a socially responsible way.

Explore Falmouth University

University-wide Doctoral Training Programme

The School of Architecture, Design, and Interiors (SADI) aspires to lead in practice-based design innovation, addressing global challenges through human-centred design, sustainable projects, and creative applications of advanced digital tools.

Your AD[A]PT Journey

An illustrative example of the consortium activities and development opportunities available throughout your doctorate.

Beyond the University

Our partner organisations offer opportunities to develop professional skills, engage with industry and build meaningful collaborations beyond your host institution.