‘Advanced Nordic Articulation via Architecture’ [naava]

Summary

‘naava’ is a project that presents a new way of researching building and space produced in the North East Atlantic corridor and Nordic countries. Departing somewhat from architecture’s modernism’s focus on the look and style of buildings, ‘naava’ proposes an expansive field of inquiry in which architects and non-architects participate. It suggests other ways and means of looking at and doing architecture. The project writes another, second history of architecture straying away from established interpretative genealogies that dictated Twentieth Century discursive practice. ‘naava’ works with a collaborative, multidisciplinary approach to spatiality, buildings, historicity and visual practice consequential to Nordic architecture.

Climate inheritance, adaptive reuse and a revaluing of historiography frames the approach to an essentialist search for cultural meaning and identity spearheaded in part by Norwegian historian Christian Norberg-Schultz and the predilections of UK architects James Stirling, Cedric Price and historian Reyner Banham.

While the project has roots in Fine Art and architectural methodologies, it is embedded in cultural and conservation themes. The collaborative method is unique in that it is a cross – Faculty, working together with RIBA accredited conservation specialists. Such cross – pollenisation will bring dynamic visual and arresting discussion to the cultural relevance of the image and building and brings Nordic architecture into climate inheritance Conservation-thinking.

Essential criteria

Applicants should hold, or expect to obtain, a First or Upper Second Class Honours Degree in a subject relevant to the proposed area of study.

We may also consider applications from those who hold equivalent qualifications, for example, a Lower Second Class Honours Degree plus a Master’s Degree with Distinction.

In exceptional circumstances, the University may consider a portfolio of evidence from applicants who have appropriate professional experience which is equivalent to the learning outcomes of an Honours degree in lieu of academic qualifications.

• Research proposal of 2000 words detailing aims, objectives, milestones and methodology of the project

Equal Opportunities

The University is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applicants from all sections of the community, particularly from those with disabilities.

Appointment will be made on merit.

Funding and eligibility

This project is funded by:

• Department for the Economy (DfE)
• Vice Chancellor's Research Scholarship (VCRS)

Our fully funded PhD scholarships will cover tuition fees and provide a maintenance allowance of £19,237 (tbc) per annum for three years* (subject to satisfactory academic performance).  A Research Training Support Grant (RTSG) of £900 per annum is also available.

These scholarships, funded via the Department for the Economy (DfE) and the Vice Chancellor’s Research Scholarships (VCRS), are open to applicants worldwide, regardless of residency or domicile.

Applicants who already hold a doctoral degree or who have been registered on a programme of research leading to the award of a doctoral degree on a full-time basis for more than one year (or part-time equivalent) are NOT eligible to apply for an award.

*Part time PhD scholarships may be available, based on 0.5 of the full time rate, and will require a six year registration period (individual project advertisements will note where part time options apply).

Due consideration should be given to financing your studies.