PhD Scholarship in Architecture: Regenerative Design and Development for Urban Industry

The University of Auckland is offering an exciting doctoral scholarship opportunity in Architecture, supervised by Professor Paola Boarin, Founding Director of the Future Cities Research Centre. This position is part of the MBIE Endeavour Research Programme focused on Future Urban Industry. The successful candidate will engage in research applying regenerative design and regenerative development principles to an industrial zone in Auckland, New Zealand. Key research themes include holistic and systems thinking, place-based and ecosystem-centric design, circular economy, resource flows, and achieving net positive impact. The project is highly transdisciplinary, involving collaboration with a diverse research team. The scholarship is intended for a highly motivated new full-time PhD student commencing around April 2026. The application deadline is 31 December 2025, with interviews scheduled for the end of January 2026. For more information, applicants are encouraged to contact Professor Paola Boarin at [email protected] or visit the provided links. This opportunity is ideal for candidates passionate about sustainable urban development, regenerative practices, and innovative approaches to architecture and urban planning.