Doctor of Philosophy in Architecture (Ph.D)

Architectural research has been defined by Dr James Snyder as systematic inquiry directed toward the creation of knowledge. The IIT Doctor of Philosophy in Architecture Program fosters and promotes research in architecture that is driven by technology, to advance knowledge and scholarship in architecture. The program is pursuing the current boundaries of knowledge and exploring new ideas.

High-Rise Building:
Design, planning and structure

Structure within Architecture:
Form, material, behavior, and applications

Energy Conscious Technology:
Influence upon building form, self-sustaining, design, and energy efficiency

Computer Applications:
3-D modeling, multimedia and graphic image, presentations,concepts of animation, and related, techniques and approaches

Technology Applications:
New materials, composites, prefabricated, applications, systems of building enclosure, and other construction applications

Large-Scale Projects:
Research, planning and design of stadiums, airports, convention and transportation centers, sports and commercial facilities

Emerging Urbanisms:
Global practices of architecture and new urban, cultures

History, Theory and Technology:
Architectural Theory and its history with technology, and applications of theory to design culture

Housing:
High-Density, mixed-density, and affordable housing