Research Centres

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ArCHIAM

ArCHIAM, Centre for the Study of Architecture and Cultural Heritage of India, Arabia and the Maghreb provides an exciting opportunity for the study of both historical and contemporary phenomena with the aim to develop theoretical positions but also practice-based research.
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Acoustics Research Unit

The Acoustics Research Unit (ARU) specialises in research, supervision of postgraduate research study (PhD and MPhil), training, knowledge exchange and consultancy. Read more

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Architecture, Heritage and Urbanism in West Africa( AHUWA)

With a focus on Western Africa we write new histories and promote new voices exploring culture and heritage. Read More

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CAVA

CAVA is a dynamic, practice-based, multi-disciplinary research centre with a strong external funding track record in the intersection of architecture and creative digital arts. CAVA has a national/international reputation for providing multidisciplinary R&D and innovation in transmedia intersections between space, media and culture.