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The School of Architecture and Cities is renowned for its research excellence, housing multiple specialized research centers. Doctoral candidates focusing on urban design and management receive guidance from faculty leading cutting-edge studies in strategic planning, transportation systems, and community development.
Our School uniquely integrates diverse fields essential for creating sustainable urban spaces. We foster interdisciplinary collaboration across architectural design, transportation networks, civic infrastructure, hospitality studies, and city planning. This academic diversity stimulates creative, holistic approaches among our PhD candidates.
Practical application forms a core aspect of our research philosophy. Alongside our dedicated team of approximately 100 research-active faculty, we maintain prestigious endowed chairs and host distinguished visiting scholars. Our staff maintains productive partnerships with influential organizations both nationally and internationally.