Dong Zhao LEED®AP
Director, Planning, Design and Construction Doctorate Program
dz@msu.edu
The Planning, Design and Construction doctorate program concentration in Environmental Design is intended for individuals who wish to obtain advanced knowledge and skills in research, which can make a scholarly contribution to the body of knowledge in the discipline of environment and design.Graduates of this program will possess the knowledge and skills necessary to understand the effects of plans, regulations, design, materials, project management techniques and construction systems on the economic, environmental and social concerns of stakeholders and society.
Preferred backgrounds: Bachelor’s and master’s degrees in allied design areas, such as:
The PhD Curriculum culminates in a dissertation that represents state-of-the-art analysis combined with practical applications. This is a 45-credit program that can start in fall or spring semesters.
Degree Requirements and PhD Student Handbook
Download the degree requirements and the PhD Graduate Student Handbook.
This document outlines the details for admission to our PhD programs.
Contact the PhD Program Director, for academic, research and program-related inquiries.
Director, Planning, Design and Construction Doctorate Program
dz@msu.edu
For application, admission and administrative inquiries.
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