The ability of the doctoral student of an independent scientific work on the selected topic, familiarity with scientific work methodology, especially the problem analysis and synthesis of the findings and its creative application in the proposed solution.

The graduate is ready for an independent scientific and research work in the field of architecture and urban design theory, is able to solve practical problems in the field of architecture and urban design independently and at a scientific level, publishes outcomes of both practical and theoretical activities, also in any of the world languages, is able to teach at a higher-education institution.

Scientific and research workplaces targeted at the issues related to architecture and urban design.
Higher education institutions providing studies in the branch of architecture and urban design,pment, etc.).
State administration (departments of all-level development, departments of urban design development, etc.), specialized organizations and public offices (e.g.historical sites preservation) etc..

The master degree qualification in the branch of architecture or similar achieved at a higher-education institution in the Czech Republic or a school of architecture abroad.
Passing successfully the admission examination during which the applicant proves his/her interest and expert knowledge for a research work.

doc. Ing. arch. Josef Hrabec, CSc.

1. Adapting re-use of abandoned bulding and redesigning urban space in works of world´s architectes.

   Project look into different ways of adapting re-use of abandonned buildings and redesigning urban space. After a long overlooking period, industrial heritage is nowadays institutonally recognised and begining actual work of famous architect.

   Tutor: Zemánková Helena, prof. Ing. arch., CSc.

2. Aquaparks - typology

   Typology, history and reasons of this hitherto uncharted type of sports buildings, built in the last two decades abundantly in the world and in the Czech Republic. Their significance and specifics.

   Tutor: Novák Antonín, doc. Ing. arch.

3. Artistic elements of contemporary architecture

   In the last aears, there have been many more diverse ways in the proces of architectural design compared to as it has been so far. But the goal remains the same. New architectural forms and elemensts emerge with the introduction of modern technologies, as well.

   Tutor: Hrubý Jan, doc. Ing. arch., CSc.

4. Graphic design in the architecture

   The issue of the perception of current building trends from the perspective of coexistence of graphic design and its importance in architecture. Analysis of the historical development of this interaction influencing contemporary architecture, but overall our life and the world around us.

   Tutor: Novák Antonín, doc. Ing. arch.

5. John Hejduk - work

   John Hejduk - the work of one of the most influential architects of the 20th century, whose origin and works closely related with Czecholowakia republic. Longtime Dean Cooper Union, which enriched the history of architecture to its poetic language, which linked the poetry, drawing and architecture.

   Tutor: Novák Antonín, doc. Ing. arch.

6. Limits of energy sustainable architecture

   Today the energy saving building is more particularly defined and characterized. This characteristic loses the elementary principles of rational efficient concept and neglects the role of the architectural concept as well as the role of embodied energy.

   Tutor: Meixner Miloslav, doc. Ing., CSc.

7. Rail - its alternative options for architecture

   Analysis of the existing rail system and the possibilities offered by alternative features in their system and peripheral positions. Finding new applications for existing rail system functions work, housing, etc.

   Tutor: Novák Antonín, doc. Ing. arch.

8. Standards of housing in the era of functionalism and today

   Housing typology carries typical and unique features of both available and the building structure. Their shape and form undergoes transformations in the context of time and the demands and requirements of users. Based on comparison of requirements for housing buildings from the period of functionalism and contemporary standards will work to formulate a methodology of maintenance, restoration and protection of residential buildings from that era.

   Tutor: Poslušná Iva, doc. Ing. arch., Ph.D.

9. The Aspects of Construction Systems in Context of Architectural Design

   The study will deals with possible shapes of structural and architectural belonging, which can be filled up various forms and determine by level of cognition.

   Tutor: Petříčková Monika, doc. Ing., Ph.D.

10. The comparative analysis of architectural schools

    Criteria for evaluation of Czech universities are based mainly on quantitative analysis. There is not an exception in architectural schools too. Does this approach take into account all the specifics of architectural education? Thesis aimed at using the methods of educational research to analyze and compare the quality of high schools of architecture in our country and abroad.

    Tutor: Novák Antonín, doc. Ing. arch.

11. Transformation of housing

    Radical development of technology nad changes in social life during last century caused changes of typology and forms in individual as will as communal housing. This phenomenon should by analyzed in case studies or by complex wiew.

    Tutor: Šlapeta Vladimír, prof. Ing. arch., DrSc.