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Study Details: Two years full-time, three years part-time
On this Master of Architecture, you'll engage with internationally acclaimed research, industry professionals and live projects to gain experience to apply to your architectural practice. Develop design innovation skills sought after by employers to progress your architecture career.
Why study a Master of Architecture?
On our holistic, future-facing Master of Architecture, you'll study a diverse set of subjects focused on the future of the built and natural environments. The course will equip you to tackle pressing global issues in architecture, transforming cities, places, and spaces for the benefit of people and the planet.
Gain a deep understanding of contemporary professional practice, while challenging traditional boundaries in architectural design. You'll also explore the crucial role of fire and life safety and sustainability, learning to create safe, sustainable buildings that protect both occupants and the public.
We normally require an architecture honours degree of 2.2 or above from a UK university or an overseas qualification of an equivalent standard.
If you don't meet the above criteria, we'll assess your application and you may be required to attend an interview or provide a sample of work. If this applies to you, please upload your portfolio and details of your practice experience with your application.
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For fees and funding options, please visit website to find out more
Don’t let money stand in the way of your ambition. On top of the student loans available to UK postgraduate students, we offer a range of generous scholarships and bursaries to help you invest in your potential – please visit website for details.
Our MArch will give you a broad foundational knowledge in architectural practice, which you'll build on by specialising and conducting research in an area of your choice. By engaging with research centres, industry professionals and live projects, you'll gain experience to apply to your architectural practice, enabling you to progress your architecture career.
Develop your design innovation skills, giving you the ability to create sustainable, functional and modern spaces that balance aesthetic appeal with practical use. You'll use the latest technology in design and project management, enabling you to adapt to new industry tools and trends.
Through your projects, you'll learn to think globally but act locally. You'll demonstrate global-local awareness and cultural competence by designing solutions that incorporate diverse cultural perspectives and are relevant and adaptable to specific communities.
Year one
You'll study:
Pathway Studio (30 credits)
Exploratory Design Studio (30 credits)
Zero Carbon Design and Innovation (30 credits)
Architectural Ethics and Agency (15 credits)
Critical Architectural Practices (15 credits).
Year two
You'll study:
Design Thesis (60 credits)
Future Practice in Architecture (15 credits)
Critical Manifesto (15 credits)
Ecological and Regenerative Approaches (30 credits).
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