Dr. Hamid Khalili

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Hamid Khalili is a Senior Lecturer at the Manchester School of Architecture. His teaching and research focus on the intersection of architectural theory and digital narrative practices, including cinema, animation, and immersive environments. Khalili has taught and developed courses at several institutions, including the University of Edinburgh, University of Liverpool, and University of Melbourne. He has delivered guest lectures and workshops worldwide, exploring topics related to architecture and film. Khalili’s research interests include design filmmaking, architectural representation, and the impact of video games on spatial storytelling. He has supervised various PhD students and has been involved in multiple funded projects and research centers, including the CPU lab and the Manchester Game Centre. Additionally, he has published articles and conference papers on architectural cinema and the role of narrative in architecture. Khalili is an active contributor to discussions on design pedagogy and immersive storytelling in contemporary videography.

Research Interests

Experience

Senior Lecturer

2023-01-01 — Present

Manchester School of Architecture, Manchester Metropolitan University • Manchester, England

Teaching and researching in architecture with a focus on digital narrative practices.

Senior Lecturer

2022-01-01 — 2023-01-01

Edinburgh School of Architecture and Landscape Architecture, University of Edinburgh • Edinburgh, Scotland

Lecturing on architectural practices and research.

Senior Lecturer

2020-01-01 — 2022-01-01

Liverpool School of Architecture, University of Liverpool • Liverpool, England

Focus on architecture and teaching methodologies.

Senior Lecturer

2016-01-01 — 2020-01-01

Melbourne School of Design, University of Melbourne • Melbourne, Australia

Delivering courses in architecture and narrative practices.

Requirements for Manchester Metropolitan University

Bachelor Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.6
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6.5
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6.5
Prerequisites
A-level AAA with a mixture of science/maths and humanities/arts preferred GCSE Grade 4/C in English Language and Mathematics
Application Checklist
  • UCAS Application
  • Digital Portfolio (10-12 images)
  • Written Statement (450 words)
  • Academic Transcripts
Specialization Notes

Part of the Manchester School of Architecture (MSA), a collaboration between Manchester Met and University of Manchester.