Dr. Sam Joyce

Associate Professor

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Biography

Sam Conrad Joyce is an Associate Professor and PhD Programme Coordinator at the Singapore University of Technology and Design. He leads the Meta Design Lab, focusing on the intersection of design, computation, and architecture. His research explores how generative design, artificial intelligence, and big data analytics can enhance human design processes and decision-making in architecture. Joyce has held significant positions in notable architectural firms like Foster + Partners and Buro Happold, contributing to major projects such as the Mexico City New Airport and the Apple Campus. His educational background includes a Doctorate in Systems Engineering from the University of Bath and a Master of Engineering in Civil Architectural Engineering. Joyce has taught various courses internationally and has been involved in workshops and collaborations at prestigious institutions. His work has been recognized through multiple research projects and he has published extensively in the field.

Research Interests

Experience

Associate Professor

— Present

Singapore University of Technology and Design • Singapore

Lead research and coordinate PhD programmes, focusing on design computation and architecture.

Design Systems Analyst

— Present

Buro Happold • Bath & London, UK

Worked on geometrical and structural master-planning projects.

Associate

— Present

Foster + Partners • London, UK

Contributed to major architectural projects and led a research group.

Requirements for Singapore University of Technology and Design

Doctorate Program
Requirements
TOEFL
Total
Required:90
IELTS
Overall
Required:6.5
GRE General
Prerequisites
At least a Bachelor's degree or above
Application Checklist
  • Original Undergraduate/Master's degree certificate and transcripts
  • Statement of Objectives (3,000 words)
  • Three Recommendation Letters (Referees)
  • Identity Card or Passport
  • TOEFL/IELTS score report
  • GRE score report (Highly recommended, optional for EPD/ISTD)
  • CV/Resume
  • Portfolio (if applicable)
Specialization Notes

This applies to PhD programs in Architecture and Sustainable Design (ASD), Engineering Product Development (EPD), Engineering Systems and Design (ESD), Information Systems Technology and Design (ISTD), Science, Mathematics and Technology (SMT), and Humanities, Arts and Social Sciences (HASS).