The Architecture and Design Ph.D. program aims to train academics and researchers who can conduct research and studies in design at different design scales by following the technological, cultural, and social developments in local and global theories and practices. |
The students who successfully complete the program are awarded the degree of Bachelor of Architecture and Design |
This is a program. |
Students who have a bachelor's degree in the fields of Architecture, Interior Architecture / Interior Architecture and Environmental Design, City and Regional Planning, and Industrial Design and did their master’s with a thesis are accepted to the program. Institute web page for detailed and current information: https://bau.edu.tr/haber/18579-2024-2025-guz-donemi-doktora-basvuru-ve-kayit-surecleri |
The doctoral program consists of a total of 24 credits and 240 ECTS. Students must be successful in eight (8) courses consisting of compulsory and elective courses in the curriculum and Seminar, Doctoral Thesis 1-2-3-4 courses together with Doctoral Qualifying Exam. Students must take the Doctoral Qualifying Exam in the first five semesters at the latest and successfully pass it in sixth semesters at the latest. For detailed and current information about thesis processes, the institute website: https://bau.edu.tr/icerik/16836-doktora-tez-surecleri-hakkinda |
In this program, the recognition of previous learning is made according to the Bahçeşehir University Graduate Education Regulations. |
Graduates of Bahçeşehir University Architecture and Design Doctorate Program, can continue their careers as researchers and academicians as well as working in the public and private sector. |
The highest academic qualification is Ph.D. Students who completed the program successfully may continue their studies with post-doctoral studies. |
1 | Based on master's qualifications, develops and deepens current and advanced knowledge in their field through original thought and research at an expert level. Grasps the latest developments in the research area and reaches innovative definitions. Analyzes, evaluates, and synthesizes complex ideas with a critical and dialectical approach. Adheres to ethical principles in research and publication. |
2 | Understands interdisciplinary interaction and analyzes and evaluates complex ideas to reach original conclusions. Knows the latest developments in related fields and the interdisciplinary strategies used. |
3 | Identifies problems in research and innovation, solves significant issues, and possesses advanced skills and techniques to expand knowledge. Evaluates new information, develops new ideas, methods, designs, or applications, and adapts them to different fields. Has advanced skills in using research methods. |
4 | Masters in research strategies and techniques, conducts pioneering academic work dialectically, and contributes to academic dialogue. Possesses the ability to critically analyze, synthesize, and evaluate new and complex ideas. |
5 | Communicates effectively with experts, peers, the broader research community, and the general public, demonstrating proficiency in their field of expertise and defending original viewpoints. |
6 | Communicates and discusses orally, in written and visually with peers by using a foreign language a |
7 | Develops new ideas and methods related to their field using creative and critical thinking, problem-solving, and decision-making processes, contributing to technological, social, and cultural progress. |
8 | Promotes scientific, technological, social, or cultural advancements in their field, contributing to the process of their society becoming a knowledge society and adding to the knowledge in this area through original research. |
9 | Uses strategic decision-making processes in the face of complex problems related to their field, demonstrating functional interaction and operational interaction experience. Establishes, designs, and implements the research process with academic integrity. |
10 | Contributes to solving social, scientific, cultural, and ethical problems related to their field and supports the development of these values. Is effective in solving societal issues and makes strategic decisions on these matters. |
11 | Publishes at least one scientific article related to their field in national or international peer-reviewed journals, or presents at national or international academic events. |
12 | Demonstrates competence and innovation in developing new ideas and processes; makes independent decisions and shows leadership in problem-solving. |
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ARD6002 Advanced Specialization Course in Architecture and Design | 5 | 3 | 2 | 4 | 2 | 4 | 3 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 2 | 4 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
ARD6003 Advanced Research on Specialization in Architecture and Design | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 2 | 4 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
QUA6999 Qualifying Exam | 5 | 2 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 2 | 3 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
RCH6001 Advanced Research Methods | 5 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
SMR6887 Seminar | 5 | 2 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 3 | 2 | 3 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
THE6888-1 Doctoral Thesis - I | 5 | 1 | 5 | 4 | 2 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 1 | 4 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
THE6888-2 Doctoral Thesis - II | 5 | 1 | 5 | 4 | 2 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 1 | 4 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
THE6888-3 Doctoral Thesis - III | 5 | 2 | 3 | 3 | 2 | 4 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
THE6888-4 Doctoral Thesis - IV | 5 | 2 | 3 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 3 | 5 | 4 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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1. Semester | |||||||
Course Code | Course Name | Prerequisites | Theoretical | Practical | Credit | ECTS | |
ARD6002 | Advanced Specialization Course in Architecture and Design | 3 | 0 | 3 | 9 | ||
RCH6001 | Advanced Research Methods | 3 | 0 | 3 | 9 | ||
Departmental Elective | 3 | 12 | |||||
Total | 30 |
2. Semester | |||||||
Course Code | Course Name | Prerequisites | Theoretical | Practical | Credit | ECTS | |
ARD6003 | Advanced Research on Specialization in Architecture and Design | 3 | 0 | 3 | 9 | ||
Departmental Elective | 3 | 9 | |||||
Departmental Elective | 3 | 12 | |||||
Total | 30 |
3. Semester | |||||||
Course Code | Course Name | Prerequisites | Theoretical | Practical | Credit | ECTS | |
SMR6887 | Seminar | 0 | 0 | 0 | 6 | ||
Departmental Elective | 3 | 12 | |||||
Departmental Elective | 3 | 12 | |||||
Total | 30 |
4. Semester | |||||||
Course Code | Course Name | Prerequisites | Theoretical | Practical | Credit | ECTS | |
QUA6999 | Qualifying Exam | 0 | 0 | 0 | 30 | ||
Total | 30 |
5. Semester | |||||||
Course Code | Course Name | Prerequisites | Theoretical | Practical | Credit | ECTS | |
THE6888-1 | Doctoral Thesis - I | 0 | 0 | 0 | 30 | ||
Total | 30 |
6. Semester | |||||||
Course Code | Course Name | Prerequisites | Theoretical | Practical | Credit | ECTS | |
THE6888-2 | Doctoral Thesis - II | 0 | 0 | 0 | 30 | ||
Total | 30 |
7. Semester | |||||||
Course Code | Course Name | Prerequisites | Theoretical | Practical | Credit | ECTS | |
THE6888-3 | Doctoral Thesis - III | 0 | 0 | 0 | 30 | ||
Total | 30 |
8. Semester | |||||||
Course Code | Course Name | Prerequisites | Theoretical | Practical | Credit | ECTS | |
THE6888-4 | Doctoral Thesis - IV | 0 | 0 | 0 | 30 | ||
Total | 30 |