DEPARTMENT OF ARCHITECTURE APPLICATION PACKET DOCTORAL PROGRAM IN ARCHITECTURE

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1 DEPARTMENT OF ARCHITECTURE with Programs in Architecture and Interior Architecture SCHOOL OF ARCHITECTURE AND ALLIED ARTS UNIVERSITY OF OREGON Eugene and Portland APPLICATION PACKET for the DOCTORAL PROGRAM IN ARCHITECTURE 2011 CONTENTS INTRODUCTION GRADUATE PROGRAMS PROGRAM ADMISSION GOALS ADMISSION CRITERIA AND CONSIDERATIONS APPLICATION PROCESS SUBMISSION REQUIREMENTS ENCLOSURES UO GRADUATE APPLICATION FOR ADMISSION FORM DEPARTMENT APPLICATION FORM LETTER OF RECOMMENDATION FORM GRADUATE FELLOWSHIP APPLICATION Mailing address: GRADUATE ARCHITECTURE ADMISSIONS DEPARTMENT OF ARCHITECTURE 1206 UNIVERSITY OF OREGON EUGENE, OR (541) (541) fax Contact: Helga Wood, Admissions Advisor Website:

2 PhD Post Professional Graduate Programs I. INTRODUCTION Building upon more than forty years of excellence in environmental design teaching and research, the new PhD program at the University of Oregon s Department of Architecture focuses on sustainable design. Home to professional education in architecture and related environmental design fields since 1914, the PhD program in architecture is an advanced research degree that will engage students in multidisciplinary investigations in creating new knowledge in compelling and time sensitive research topics. With this exclusive focus, the program addresses the needs of the profession as society faces the environmental impact of buildings and its cities. Students will address research topics that typically encompass an array of spatial, environmental, historical, social, political, technical, and economic factors. In addition to the rigorous understanding of building performance, aspects of sustainable community development, and broader social processes and policies, each student will also be expected to demonstrate an understanding of the literature, theory, and research in a related focus area. Applicants to the PhD program are expected to have professional experience in architectural practice and a keen interest in developing research expertise that will prepare them for careers at universities and at other entities engaged in research related to sustainable design, such as national research laboratories, industries, public agencies, and non-government organizations. II. The Program Department of Architecture - University of Oregon The PhD program in Architecture is governed by the regulations of the University Graduate School and administered by the department PhD program committee. The normal program of studies for the PhD consists of a minimum of 66 credits, including at least 50 graduate-level credits in the Department of Architecture. Specific degree requirements include: a minimum of two years in residence in Eugene completion of three terms of courses in research methodology completion of two courses in design theory and history of sustainable design completion of two focus areas (one within and one outside the Department) completion of a written qualifying examination, followed by an oral qualifying examination completion of a dissertation Core PhD faculty include: G.Z. Brown (Architecture), Erin Cunningham PhD (Interior Architecture), Howard Davis (Architecture, Director of Graduate Studies), Ihab Elzeyadi, PhD (Architecture), Mark Gillem PhD (Architecture, Landscape Architecture), Kingston Heath PhD (Historic Preservation), Alison Kwok PhD (Architecture, Director of the PhD Program), Hajo Neis PhD (Architecture), Kevin Nute PhD (Architecture). Prospective students interested in applying to the PhD program are encouraged to contact prospective advisors to discuss research interests. DEPARTMENT OF ARCHITECTURE GRADUATE PROGRAMS The chart below outlines the entry degrees required for the post-professional degree programs. Post-Professional Degrees Program & Location Duration Entry Degree Requirements M.Arch. OPTION I (Eugene 4-6 terms M.Arch. or B.Arch. (5yrs) or Portland) M.I.Arch. OPTION I (Eugene) 4-6 terms M.I.Arch. or B.I.Arch. (5yrs) Ph.D. (Eugene or Portland, 4-6 years M.Arch. or equivalent with first two years in Eugene) Professional Degrees Program & Location Duration Entry Degree Requirements M.Arch. OPTION II (Eugene or Portland) 6 terms B.A. or B.S., Architecture M.I.Arch. OPTION II (Eugene) 6 terms B.A. or B.S., Interior Architecture M.Arch. OPTION III (Eugene) 10 terms B.A. or B.S. in any major M.I.Arch. OPTION III (Eugene) 10 terms B.A. or B.S. in any major

3 PhD Post Professional Graduate Programs III. ADMISSION GOALS PhD students will join a community of inquiring designers who are committed to solving multi-faceted problems and furthering knowledge by researching issues and processes that give form to the environment. We seek candidates with keen interests, career goals, and a clear capacity for research who are interested in topics that may include: net-zero buildings and eco-districts design design for climate change and adaptation energy-efficient, adaptive re-use of existing buildings resource forecasting and simulation of place performance high-performance envelopes and green technologies sustainable cities and livable communities design and policy cultural, social and economic sustainability indoor environmental quality and occupants health life cycle analysis design and modeling Eligible applicants to the PhD program must have earned an M.Arch. degree, post-professional degree in architecture, or professional degree in architecture and a master s degree in a related field. IV. ADMISSION CRITERIA Academic and Research Capability - It is expected that all applicants have excelled in their previous academic work and creative accomplishment. The three areas weighed specifically by the reviewers are: (1) promise of productive scholarship; (2) strength of academic record; and (3) breadth of general knowledge. Writing skills, organization, research methodology, and critical thinking are essential attributes of an Option I student. Creative Capability - Applicants must demonstrate capability with systematic analysis, value-based decision making, and ability to conduct research. They must exhibit substantial skill with the creative process, visual language tools, and the design of buildings and proximate environments. Potential Program Contribution - The department seeks individuals whose interests and capabilities will provide a significant contribution to the education of others. These contributions may be evidenced by previous experience, involvements and commitments and accomplishments. Value is placed on a student body that is culturally and geographically diverse. The University of Oregon is an equal opportunity/affirmative action institution. Department of Architecture - University of Oregon V. APPLICATION PROCESS Applications are reviewed by the PhD Committee beginning January 15th. Finalists will be invited to a departmental interview during which the candidate will give a presentation and participate in studio reviews and classes. Notification is generally by April 15 with applicants being asked to confirm their intent to enroll by early May. STEP 1: UNIVERSITY GRADUATE APPLICATION There are two ways to submit the University of Oregon Graduate application via the Department website: Use the online method if possible, otherwise you may send hard copies. Online application method: apply using a Visa or Mastercard for the application fee ($50). Applicatons are automatically sent to the University of Oregon Admissions Office and the Graduate Admission in the Department of Architecture. Hardopy method: download and complete 2 copies of the PDF application. Send one copy of your completed application to the Department of Architecture and send the other to the University of Oregon Office of Admissions with the application fee ($50) at the following address: The Office of Admissions 1217 University of Oregon Eugene, OR USA STEP 2: DEPT. OF ARCHITECTURE APPLICATION Complete the Department of Architecture Online Graduate Application via the Department website: Submit the PhD application page included in this packet with all supporting materials outlined in Section VI, Submission Requirements, to: Graduate Architecture PhD Admissions Department of Architecture 1206 University of Oregon Eugene, OR VI. SUBMISSION REQUIREMENTS Applicants are responsible for the following submissions: 1. STATEMENT OF PURPOSE (1,000 words, maximum) The statement of purpose should include the following: Part I: Goals. A statement describing your general academic and career goals, the field(s) in which you would like to study, and why you wish to attend the University of Oregon. You may want to refer to specific classes, faculty, or research projects that interest you. Your ideas should be clear, specific, and persuasive.

4 PhD Post Professional Graduate Programs Part II: Research Proposal. Describe your area of specialization with a specific research proposal for your dissertation. It is expected that your ideas will evolve when you are here, but the committee will use this proposal to assess your ability to conceptualize a research plan. Your proposal should succinctly describe a research question, articulate why it is important to the field of architecture, demonstrate an understanding of the relevant literature and gaps in current knowledge, and identify several research methods that can be applied to the problem. You should also identify a prospective major advisor from the Department of Architecture and/or other faculty with whom you would like to work. We strongly recommended that applicants contact the faculty member(s) with whom they are most interested in working with well in advance of submitting their application, since the department must establish prior to admission, a sufficient goodness-of-fit between the scholarly goals and aspirations of a student and the interests and availability of at least one faculty member who will serve as the applicant s provisional major advisor. 2. PORTFOLIO OF CREATIVE AND SCHOLARLY WORK (25 pages, maximum) Creative work should show design projects and cite your contribution in collaborative work. Your portfolio should include representative examples of your professional work completed since obtaining your professional degree and describe the major issues explored in the projects and design criteria developed in response to these issues. At least one writing example should clearly demonstrate critical thinking, research, and writing abilities. The portfolio should be clearly organized, easy to understand, and representative of the applicant s care with visual materials. The portfolio must be spiral bound in a single protective binder or cover and must not exceed 9 1/2 x 12 x 3 The first page of the portfolio must include the applicant s name, mailing address, contact information, and instructions for returning the portfolio; followed by your Statment of Purpose, Vitae, Writing Sample, and Graduate Fellowship Application Do not send slides, disks or CDs, any unbound work, or drawings in tubes Portfolios will be returned only if specifically requested and provided with a suitably sized, self-addressed stamped envelope. Postage must be U.S. postage in the form of stamps, only (no metered or foreign postage). For foreign address return, a money order covering the estimated cost may be used. Postage rate increases often occur during the admission months, so include extra postage over and above the current rate to cover this potential additional charge. 3. THREE LETTERS OF RECOMMENDATION Provide a copy of the enclosed Letter of Recommendation form to each recommender after you have filled in the applicant information on the form. Two of the three recommendation letters are required from academic referees. Ask your recommenders to seal and sign over the seal, then mail the letters directly to the Architecture Department by the deadline. Department of Architecture - University of Oregon 4. OFFICIAL TRANSCRIPTS Two copies of official transcripts for all post secondary high school educational institutions attended (whether or not a degree was earned). One set should be sent to the Office of Admissions and one to the department. (See Section V for addresses.) Transcripts must show degrees earned. Applicants must have earned an M.Arch. degree, post-professional master s in design, or a first professional degree in architecture and a master s in a related field, prior to entry in the Ph.D. program. If you have not earned an M.Arch., but expect to receive the degree prior to Fall term, you must submit a statement written by your current major advisor, or other program official, verifying your expected graduation date. 5. GRE - GRADUATE RECORD EXAM All applicants must submit GRE scores. Request the reporting of the test scores to be sent to: Graduate Admissions PhD Program, Department of Architecture, 1206 University of Oregon, Eugene, OR , using the Institution Code #4846 and the Department Code #4401. The department does not have minimum score requirements, but recent members of our graduate programs have average scores well above the mean on all three sections for architecture bound students. 6. TOEFL - TEST OF ENGLISH AS A FOREIGN LANGUAGE Applicants from non-english speaking countries must submit TOEFL scores. Minimum scores for admission to all programs of the department are a composite score of 575 (paper based), or 90 (Internet based). Applicants may submit scores for the International English Language Testing System (IELTS) exam for which the minimum score is 7 on a 9 point scale. Students are not admitted in architecture courses until they have achieved the minimum competency in English. 7. VITAE Prepare a Vitae (or Resume) that documents your education, professional work, teaching experience, work history, awards, scholarship, publications, relevant volunteer/public service activities. Clear attributions are required for all collaborative activities. It should be included in the portfolio (see below). 8. GRADUATE FELLOWSHIPS All PhD candidates must complete a Graduate Fellowship application as part of the admissions process regardless of the candidate s financial resources. The application is included with this packet. Note about interviews: Finalists for admission will be invited to a departmental interview during which the candidate will give a public presentation, participate in studio reviews and classes, and meet with the PhD Committee and Department administration.

5 PhD Post Professional Graduate Programs VII. FUNDING Incoming doctoral students will receive up to four years of tuition and fee waivers, a stipend and health insurance through Graduate Teaching and Research Fellowships contingent upon successful progress and performance in the program. These appointments, which include a tuition waiver and monthly stipend for 0.2 to.49 FTE employment, are provided through the department, university and individual faculty members, typically from research grants and contracts. The result of this strategy has several benefits: it provides valuable skills in teaching and research as part of the student s program of study; it introduces students to the expected norm for faculty loads at research universities; collaboration with faculty will assist the department in curricular innovation and research development. Typical Graduate Fellowship assignments will include: teaching one term in a lower division studio, teaching one term of specialized instruction in a large lecture or seminar related to the program of study, and one term for research, working with a faculty member. Department of Architecture - University of Oregon VIII. UNIVERSITY CATALOG The University of Oregon Catalog provides complete information about all academic programs including degrees, majors, courses, and descriptions and the faculty. The University of Oregon Catalog is now available online at uoregon.edu. IX. TYPICAL COURSE OF STUDY The chart below shows the expected time lines and sequence for fulfilling the minimum course of study requirements. Students may take additional courses or credits as desired, or as needed to meet fulltime status requirements. The exact sequence of courses taken will depend on the program of study of each student and course availability. The minimum residency requirement is two years. Candidates are encouraged to seek financial opportunities through the PhD Committee, the Department of Architecture, the University of Oregon Graduate School, and the University of Oregon Financial Aid Office. Students are strongly encouraged to seek extramural funding from external agencies in the topical area of their study, particularly for programs of study beyond the four years of support. The number of Graduate Fellow appoint-ments available is subject to budgetary constraints on the department and the university. Fall Quarter Winter Quarter Spring Quarter Y1 Arch 620 Research Methods (4) Arch 633 History and Theory of Sustainable Design (4) Arch 601 Research (4) Y2 Statistical Methods (4) Electives (8) PROSPECTUS ABSTRACT Arch 678 Advanced Research Methods in Sustainable Design (4) Arch 617 Design and Planning Theory (4) Arch 601 Research (4) Electives (8) Arch 602 (4) PROSPECTUS DUE Arch 695 Research Proposal Development (4) Electives (8) Arch 605 Comprehensive Exams (5) Arch 607 Colloquium (1) ADVANCEMENT TO CANDIDACY Y3 Arch 603 Dissertation as required Arch 603 Dissertation as required Arch 603 Dissertation as required Y4 Arch 603 Dissertation as required Arch 603 Dissertation as required Arch 603 Dissertation as required Y5 Arch 603 Dissertation as required Arch 603 Dissertation as required Arch 603 Dissertation as required

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7 POST-PROFESSIONAL GRADUATE PROGRAMS APPLICATION, PHD GRADUATE ARCHITECTURE PHD ADMISSIONS Department of Architecture 1206 University of Oregon Eugene, OR Application Deadline: application review begins January 15 Eligible applicants to the PhD program must have earned an M.Arch. degree, post-professional degree in architecture, or professional degree in architecture and a master s degree in a related field. APPLICANT Name Last Name (print clearly) First Name Middle SOCIAL SECURITY If you do not have a U.S. Social Security NUMBER - - number, check here: o CURRENT MAILING ADDRESS Phone: ( ) PERMANENT MAILING ADDRESS Phone: ( ) FAMILIARITY WITH PROGRAMS STATEMENT OF PROPOSED STUDY PhD students are admitted only upon clear evidence that the student s intent is matched and supported by departmental resources. In the space below, summarize in one or two sentences your statement of intent. This should speak directly to issues important to your proposed area of research. AFFIRMATIVE ACTION INFORMATION In compliance with a commitment to the U.S. Department of Education, the University of Oregon must seek to identify the ethinc background of applicants for admission. You are urged to supply this information but may decline without prejudicing your application. PERSONAL Birth date: Gender: o female month - day - year o male o If there are circumstances relating to a disability you would like us to know about and explain on a separate sheet. o United States citizen? What is your geographic origin? (i.e. your hometown) ETHNIC BACKGROUND o Black, Non-Hispanic o Hispanic o Asian or Pacific Islander o American Indian / Alaska Native o White, Non-Hispanic o Decline to supply o Other: city state or country (continued on next page)

8 Department of Architecture - University of Oregon POST-PROFESSIONAL GRADUATE PROGRAM APPLICATION, PHD page 2 PRIOR EDUCATION: List below all institutions attended, degrees received, your major, and dates of attendance. Add additional pages, as necessary. LAST: Date awarded: Degree/Major: Attended from: to PREVIOUS: Date awarded: Degree/Major: Attended from: to PREVIOUS: Date awarded: Degree/Major: Attended from: to RELATED EXPERIENCE Please check the appropriate boxes in response to questions below (add additional pages, as neces 1. What state(s)/countries are you licensed to practice architecture? 2. How many years/months of work experience to you have in a professional office? (express in fulltime equivalent months) 3. What teaching experience in an architecture or a related fields have you had? Indicate institution, subjects, dates and role (i.e. instructor, teaching assistant, etc). 4. If you have conducted or been a participant in funded research in architecture or related fields, or conducted independent research and/or study activities, indicate the project(s), funding source, and your role. 5. Describe unique travel experiences that have influenced your ideas about architecture. REFERENCES Please list below the names and affiliations of persons you have asked to write letters of recommendation. Three are required. Two must be from academic references. SIGNATURE All of the information presented in this application is, to the best of my knowledge, accurate. All of the creative work submitted as part of this application has been completed by myself, except where otherwise noted. signature of applicant date

9 LETTER OF RECOMMENDATION PhD in Architecture GRADUATE ARCHITECTURE PHD ADMISSIONS Department of Architecture 1206 University of Oregon Eugene, OR Application Deadline: application review begins January 15 To Be Completed by Applicant (prior to submitting form to evaluator) APPLICANT ADDRESS Last Name (print clearly) First Name Middle Street City State Country Postal Code PHONE RECOMMENDER Name of person requested to provide recommendation Under federal law, students have the right to inspect and review the letter(s) of recommendation contained in their educational records. However, the applicant may waive the right of access. The letter(s) will then remain confidential between the University of Oregon Department of Architecture and the recommender(s). Applicants are not required to waive their right of access as condition for admission to the University of Oregon Department of Architecture Program. All letters of recommendation, whether written confidentially or not, will be given careful consideration in the admission decision. Applicants alone must decide whether to waive their right of access. Applicant s Waiver Declaration: I have read the statements above and I understand that I am not required to waive the right of access under the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act of 1974 ( FERPA ) and any/or all other laws, regulations or policies as a condition for admission to the University of Oregon Department of Architecture Program. I hereby waive my right of access to this recommendation Signature date To Be Completed by Recommender 1. How long have you known the applicant and in what connection? 2. Please assess the applicant in terms of potential for hgh achievement in a professional degree program. Mark the appropriate box. unable to judge poor below average average above average excelletnt truly exceptional Intellectual Capability Analytical Ability Ability to Express Self Orally Ability to Express Self in Writing Ability with Visual or Graphic Expression Organizational Ability Ability to Work with Others Ability to Follow Through/Perseverance Emotional Maturity Imagination and Creative Potential Breadth of General Knowledge Promise of Productive Scholarship

10 3. RECOMMENDATION: Please comment on the applicant s preparation for research, scholarship, and teaching; be as specific as possible in your evaluation (use a separate sheet if necessary). page 2 4. RECOMMENDER: NAME POSITION INSTITUTION ADDRESS SIGNATURE DATE DO NOT RETURN TO APPLICANT. Please sign and mail directly to: GRADUATE ARCHITECTURE PHD ADMISSIONS Department of Architecture 1206 University of Oregon Eugene, OR

11 GRADUATE FELLOWSHIP APPLICATION PhD in Architecture GRADUATE ARCHITECTURE PHD ADMISSIONS Department of Architecture 1206 University of Oregon Eugene, OR Submit with Admissions Application: application review begins January 15 APPLICATION INFORMATION: This application collects information for selection of Graduate Teaching Fellowships (GTF) and Graduate Research Fellowships (GRF) in the Department of Architecture at the University of Oregon. Incoming doctoral students will receive up to four years of tuition and fee waivers, stipend and health insurance through Graduate Fellowships contingent upon successful progress and performance in the program. These appointments are provided through the department, university, and individual faculty members, typically from research grants and contracts. Each academic year, a typical Graduate Fellowship program for PhD students will include teaching one term in a lower-division studio; teaching one term of specialized instruction in a large-lecture or seminar related to the program of study; and working for one term on research with a faculty member. GRADUATE FELLOWSHIP POSITIONS: Position announcements describing each of the position s duties and responsibilities, FTE and workload, and appointment qualifications are posted on the Department of Architecture website, with the Graduate Teaching Fellows Federation (GTFF) office, and with the Graduate School. Graduate students must apply each year for Fellowship positions. GTF- Design Studio Instructor for ARCH 283/4 or 383/4 (0.35 FTE, 153 hours per term) In-class contact hours, preparation, teaching team meetings, course material preparation, office hours and crits outside the classroom, student performance evaluations, administer and participate in final reviews, laboratory or discussion sections. GTF- Laboratory or Discussion Section Instructor in a large enrollment course taught by a faculty member (0.2 or 0.33 FTE, 88 to 144 hours per term) In-class contact hours, preparation for laboratory, discussion or review sessions, course planning meetings, office hours and review outside of class, student performance evaluations, administrative support (e.g. communications, Blackboard site maintenance), reviewer in final review assigned by the department. GTF - Assistant to a faculty member teaching a course (0.2 FTE to 0.33 FTE, 88 to 144 hours per term) The distribution of hours by activity type varies significantly by course and the specific needs of the individual faculty member. Supervising faculty and GTFs are expected to document the expected range/distribution of hours and workload expectations at the start of each term. GRF - Research Assistant to faculty member (0.2 to 0.49 FTE, 88 to 215 hours per term) The distribution of hours for research assignments varies significantly depending on the nature of the research project. Supervising faculty and GRFs are expected to document the expected range/ distribution of hours and workload expectations at the start of each term. Work may include assisting faculty with research proposals, report preparation, laboratory experiments, construction of mock-ups, testing of physical models, conducting surveys, digital modeling of environmental systems, literature, materials and image searches, field surveys, and testing new research equipment or methods. APPOINTMENT PROCESS: Appointments will be made by the Department of Architecture GTF Selection Committee in consultation with the PhD Committee, based on evaluation of each candidate s qualifications with respect to academic promise, criteria related to specific Graduate Fellowship assignments, ability to perform competently and independently, previous experience, quality of the applicant s statements, interview reports (if applicable), and recommendations. Reappointments are not automatic or guaranteed. The Collective Bargaining Agreement between the University and the GTFF governs graduate Fellowship positions. Copies of the General Duties and Responsibilities Statement (GDRS) document and its amendments will are available to faculty and students through the Department of Architecture, the GTFF, and the Graduate School website:

12 GRADUATE FELLOWSHIP APPLICATION PhD in Architecture GRADUATE ARCHITECTURE PHD ADMISSIONS Department of Architecture 1206 University of Oregon Eugene, OR Submit with Admissions Application: application review begins January 15 NAME ADDRESS UO ID (if applicable) FIRST DEGREE (degree, institution, field, date) SECOND DEGREE (degree, institution, field, date) WRITTEN STATEMENT (500 words maximum): Please attach a written statement that describes your skills, commitment, interests, ability to perform collaboratively and independently, academic and specific experiences that you bring to potential Fellowship positions in a) design studios, b) subject area courses, and c) research areas. VITAE or RESUME: Please include employment, teaching positions, registrations, academic awards, grants, honors, publications, and professional/community service. COMPUTER SOFTWARE: Please list software programs with which you are familiar. State how this knowledge might support your application: REFERENCES: List three faculty members whom the department can contact as references. References should be able to speak to the qualifications for the specific position(s). By listing faculty names, you have received written acknowledgement from the faculty member to be listed as a reference. Letters of recommendation are not required from faculty. References for new applicants will be taken from your admissions file unless otherwise instructed name telephone name telephone name telephone